Health Promotion International · 5 authors, 9 centres
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This qualitative case study used 35 interviews to explore community perspectives on a digital health education platform accessed via InfoSpots in rural Tanzania. It found that while the animations were perceived as an effective learning tool, platform use was hindered by lack of awareness among non-users and by the digital divide based on education level.
This case study employed a qualitative approach with 35 semi-structured interviews to explore the perspectives and experiences of users and non-users of community InfoSpots providing a digital health education platform in two rural Tanzanian villages. Content analysis of the interviews revealed that the majority of participants, both users and non-users, had a positive view of the health animations, finding them easy to understand and effective for learning. However, use patterns varied significantly: individuals with more education, including healthcare workers and students, used the platform for personal health education, teaching others, and internet access, while those with less education often needed guidance. A key limitation noted was that many non-users were simply unaware the InfoSpots existed. The study concludes that while the community creatively adapted the platform, its reach could be improved with better promotion and that animations are an appropriate health education tool for diverse literacy levels.
