The e-Examination Ecosystem in Healthcare Education: Information and Process Models

Abstract. High stake assessments are an important component in all stages of healthcare education that validate learners’ clinical performance but may also inform and promote the learning process. The aim of this study is therefore to investigate the main aspects of the examination process that may become more effective and efficient with the application of informatics. A deductive approach based on four case studies was adopted and conceptual modelling was used to visualize the e-examination ecosystem. The components of the e-examinations ecosystem are presented in the form of information and process models. Finally variability in the ecosystem based on the type of e-examinations is highlighted.