Abstract
DOI: https://doi.org/10.58984/smb2602119v
Introduction: Digital educational platforms have become an essential component of contemporary educational systems, providing teachers with accessible resources for promoting students’ health literacy and healthy lifestyles. However, evidence regarding the actual utilization of these resources remains limited, particularly in national educational platforms. Aim: The aim of this study was to evaluate the utilization of digital educational resources available within the Responsible Attitude towards Health section of the Serbian National Education Portal by analysing user engagement indicators, including page views, active users, engagement time, and interaction events during the period from July 2023 to April 2026. Methods: A retrospective descriptive study was conducted using anonymized web analytics collected from the National Education Portal (https://zuov.gov.rs). Indicators included page views, active users, average engagement time, and recorded user events. Results: During the observation period, the page generated 7,246 views from 4,443 active users and recorded 73,491 interaction events. The average engagement time reached 1 minute and 56 seconds. Distinct increases in user activity coincided with the publication of new educational resources, indicating continuous demand for updated materials. Conclusions: The findings demonstrate sustained utilization of digital health education resources among educational professionals and emphasize the importance of continuously updating evidence-based teaching materials. These findings may support future strategies for strengthening digital health education within national educational systems.
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