Self-Regulated Learning in a Mobile Health Initiative for Diabetic Patients

Diabetes self-management education (DSME) is the process of facilitating the knowledge, skill, and ability necessary for diabetes self-management. It takes into account the needs, goals, and history of the person living with diabetes and is guided by evidence-based standards and an established curriculum. This paper presents the patients perceptions on a new mobile initiative intended to promote better self-care practices using self-regulated learning. Results of a focus group show there is a need for this type of learning environment in the target community and the majority of patients surveyed are willing to use the mobile phone as a delivery platform.