Breast Health to Blind Woman: Validation of Accessible Online Course

Abstract

This study aimed to build an accessible online course about breast cancer, focusing on early detection. It is a methodological development study based on the construction of the Health Breast Online Course, accessible for blind women. Content assessment with three health professionals was carried out, in a public university of Ceará, in September 2012. Three blind people educators evaluated pedagogical aspects at a specialized school in Fortaleza, Ceará, in October 2012. The content was modified according to the experts' suggestions to simple language, logical sequence and emphasis on breast self-exam. After three stages of evaluation, it was considered fully adequate. Appearance was evaluated as fully adequate, able to arouse interest and to promote inclusive education. Stages of content and pedagogical aspects assessment have been addressed satisfactorily. There are new steps that must be performed for the validation. This study expands horizons for researches in this subject and generates reflection on accessible online health education.

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“…It is important to report that nurses constantly carry out research involving PwD and, thus, they enhance the knowledge about the characteristics and needs of this population, including the blind. Corroborates this statement a study which involved the construction of AT to be used in educational activities with the blind, entitled Online Course on Breast Health (13) . The results of this study showed that the educational material developed contributes to improve the knowledge of the blind person on the subject addressed, becoming important strategy used by health professionals, especially nurses, for health promotion of the blind.…”

“…In that way the blind population participates in educational activities with success. However, we cannot forget that to obtain a satisfactory result, that is, the largest number of people with and without disabilities, we must respect the principles of universal design during the construction of digital educational materials (13) .…”

“…The Forum tool has function of interactivity, a means for exchange of information and experiences between participants, strengthening learning. The course in online mode for blind women composed of five teaching units employed asynchronous forums in three classes, which encourages discussions among participants on issues relating to breast health (13) .…”

“…The construction and evaluation of hypermedia occurred from May to November 2014. To collect data from blind participants, we used semi-structured scripts, adapted from previous study (13) , containing instructions for accessing the course. The script underwent modifications to enable users to explore the course.…”

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