Document Type : مقاله کوتاه
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1 Department of Health Education and Promotion, Nutrition and Food Security Research Center, Isfahan University of Medical Sciences, Isfahan, Iran
2 2. Department of Children, School of Medicine, Isfahan University of Medical Sciences, Isfahan, Iran, Isfahan University of Medical Sciences, Isfahan, Iran. farzaneh_fr@yahoo.com
Abstract
Background: Modern technologies provide new opportunities for premarital education and counseling. This study was conducted with the aim of developing a user-centered mobile educational application and preliminarily evaluating user satisfaction with it.
Methods: This product-oriented study was carried out based on the ADDIE model (Analysis, Design, Development, Implementation, and Evaluation). In the analysis phase, a qualitative needs assessment was performed through semi-structured interviews with 15 counseling specialists and young couples. Data were collected using standardized questionnaires and analyzed with SPSS version 26.
Results: The mean (SD) age of participants was 24.11 (4.1) years. All participants (100%) believed that the application created value for users by saving time and money, improving knowledge, and enhancing healthcare. Additionally, 68.1% stated that the application effectively helped them accomplish premarital education tasks and achieve their goals, and 100% would recommend the application to others who might benefit from it.
Conclusion: The developed educational application demonstrated high usability and user satisfaction. It can be used as a supplementary, user-centered tool in premarital counseling centers.
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