Effectiveness of Intensive Tutoring vs. Flexible Self-Learning on Digital Health Literacy and Sel… (NCT07515495) | Clinical Trial Compass
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Effectiveness of Intensive Tutoring vs. Flexible Self-Learning on Digital Health Literacy and Self-Efficacy for "My Health Bank" App Use Among Adults Over 50
Taiwan235 participantsStarted 2026-04-02
Plain-language summary
The purpose of this study is to evaluate the effectiveness of two different educational models in improving the use of the "My Health Bank" App (a Personal Health Record system in Taiwan) among adults aged 50 and older. As Taiwan's population ages, digital health management has become essential, yet older adults often face a "digital divide." Participants will be randomly assigned to either a "Intensive Guided Learning group" (receiving one-on-one human instruction) or a "Flexible Self-study group" (using self-learning materials co-created with Generative AI). The study aims to compare the outcomes of these two groups in terms of enhancing digital health literacy, self-efficacy, and actual App usage behavior to identify more effective and scalable digital health education strategies.
Who can participate
Age range
50 Years
Sex
ALL
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Inclusion Criteria:
* Participants aged 50 years and older.
* Possession of a smartphone with basic operational skills (e.g., unlocking the phone, making calls, and using LINE).
* Self-reported lack of familiarity with the "My Health Bank" App (used less than 3 times or never used in the past year).
* Proficiency in listening, speaking, reading, and understanding Mandarin Chinese.
Exclusion Criteria:
* Regular users of the "My Health Bank" App (used 3 times or more in the past year).
* Severe cognitive impairment identified through brief cognitive screening, the participant unable to follow instructions or complete questionnaires.
* Smartphone operating system is too outdated to support the installation of the "NHI App" (National Health Insurance App).
* Inability to complete the App download and installation process independently or with family assistance (e.g., lost App Store/Google Play password, insufficient storage space).
Questions worth asking your doctor
Bring these to your next appointment. They're a starting point for a shared conversation — not a sign you qualify or a recommendation to enrol.
1Based on my diagnosis and history, is this trial worth exploring for me — or is there a standard treatment we should try first?
2What does this trial's phase tell us about how much is already known about its safety and benefit?
3What would taking part actually involve for me — visits, tests, time, and travel?
4What are the known and possible risks or side effects I should weigh, and how would they be monitored?
5If this trial isn't the right fit, what other options or trials would you suggest I look into?
Generated to help you prepare — always confirm anything about your own eligibility and care with the study team and your doctor.
Questions for the trial coordinator
The trial coordinator is the person who runs the study day to day. These cover the practical side — logistics, costs, and what taking part would actually mean for your life. The study team confirms whether you meet the criteria; these are questions to ask, not a sign you qualify.
1What does taking part actually involve week to week — how many visits, where, and how long does each one take?
2What costs are covered by the study, and what might I have to pay for myself, including travel, parking, or time off work?
3What happens during screening, and what happens if the study team confirms I don't meet the criteria after those tests?
4Who pays for the scans, blood work, and other tests the trial requires — the study, my insurance, or me?
5How will being in the trial affect my regular care, and will my own doctor stay informed and involved?
6Can I leave the trial at any point if I change my mind, and what would happen to my care if I do?
A starting point for the conversation — always confirm anything about your own eligibility, costs, and care with the study team and your doctor.
What they're measuring
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Change in eHealth Literacy Scale (eHEALS) Score
Timeframe: Baseline (T0), 1-week post-intervention (T1), and 4-weeks post-intervention (T2)