Presents a conceptual model of discrepancy analysis evaluation for planning, evaluating, and assessing the impact of continuing medical education (CME). Describes the model in terms of its value as a means of diagnosing errors in the development and implementation of CME. (JOW)

Presents essential elements and reviews the concept of client-centered planning as an approach to program development for continuing education in public health. Client-centered planning is aimed at the identification of individual practitioner needs and the development of educational interventions tailored to improve competency in selected areas.…

Describes the overall principles for designing continuing education courses for adult learners. Three delivery approaches for continuing nursing education in the state of Washington are discussed. These delivery approaches included: a teacher "live" class, a teleconference class, and independent study packages for individuals or groups.…