This introductory module familiarizes you with the central concept of the technology lifecycle. You will discover how health technologies evolve from innovation through implementation to replacement by newer methods. Using animated visualization, you will learn about the individual lifecycle phases and understand their relevance for systematic assessment processes. Practical exercises help you assign real technology examples to corresponding phases and develop an intuitive understanding of the temporal dynamics of innovations.
Duration: 15 minutes | Difficulty Level: Beginner
In this module, you will deepen your understanding of health as a multidimensional concept. You will analyze the WHO health definition and explore the Dahlgren-Whitehead model, which illustrates the diverse factors influencing health. Through interactive graphics, you will examine biological, social, and economic determinants and understand how these relate to technology assessments. A practice-oriented case study demonstrates how health determinants can influence the effectiveness and implementation of technologies.
Duration: 20 minutes | Difficulty Level: Beginner
This module teaches the fundamental principles of evidence-based medicine as the foundation for technology assessments. You will learn about the three pillars of EBM—scientific evidence, clinical expertise, and patient preferences—and understand their importance for rational decision-making. The interactive evidence pyramid enables you to classify different study types according to their scientific validity. An expert interview provides insights into the practical application of EBM principles and shows how evidence is translated into concrete recommendations for action.
Duration: 20 minutes | Difficulty Level: Foundation
The concluding module provides you with a systematic overview of various assessment approaches in healthcare. You will learn to distinguish between Health-in-All-Policies (HIAP), Health Needs Assessment (HNA), Early Awareness (EA), Health Impact Assessment (HIA), Health Technology Assessment (HTA), Health Technology Management (HTM), and Disinvestment (DIS), and apply them appropriately to different situations. An interactive decision tree supports you in identifying the suitable approach for various questions. Practice-oriented mini-scenarios enable you to apply your acquired knowledge in realistic contexts and make well-founded methodological decisions.
Duration: 25 minutes | Difficulty Level: Advanced-Beginner