A Trial for Developing Moodle-based E-portfolio for Post Graduate Medical Education in Japan
based on a Nationwide E-portfolio System for Clinical Training
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.52731/lir.v005.472Keywords:
E-portfolio, Formative Assessment, Moodle, Postgraduate Medical EducationAbstract
This study aimed to develop and trial an e-portfolio system for postgraduate medical education in Japan using Moodle. Building on the national clinical training e-portfolio framework, the system was designed to flexibly manage clinical experiences by integrating multiple Moodle modules: (1) Database module for case recording, (2) Questionnaire module for self-assessment, (3) Quiz module for skill tracking, and (4) Configurable Reports plugin for data aggregation. The system demonstrated strengths in supporting both formative and summative assessments, although operational challenges such as the need for technical expertise and UI improvements were noted. These findings suggest that Moodle offers a scalable and adaptable foundation for e-portfolio development in postgraduate medical education.
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