Creación y validacion de material educativo multimodal para la prevencion y control de la miopía infantil

Abstract

The increase in childhood myopia represents a global public health problem, associated with factors such as visual habits and reduced time spent outdoors. In this context, visual health education is positioned as a key tool for the prevention and control of this condition. The objective of this study was to design and validate multimodal educational material aimed at caregivers, family members, and educational agents involved in child development, focused on promoting the prevention, early detection, and control of childhood myopia, as a new strategy within the MIMI program (Comprehensive Management of Childhood Myopia). The methodology was developed in three phases: scientific information search in databases, selection and organization of content, development of educational materials (podcast, audiovisual material, and digital book), and technical and population validation. Validation was carried out through a structured questionnaire based on the criteria of attraction, comprehension, acceptance, identification, and induction to action. The results showed a high level of acceptance of the material, with percentages above 80% in most of the evaluated items, both in the population validation (n=13) and the technical validation (n=4). Participants highlighted the clarity, relevance, and usefulness of the content, although opportunities for improvement were identified in aspects related to design and language accuracy. In addition, the material helped strengthen access to reliable information about childhood myopia and encouraged the active participation of caregivers in prevention and control processes. It is concluded that the educational material developed constitutes an effective strategy for visual health education, promoting knowledge appropriation and the adoption of healthy visual habits within the population.