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Technology-based nursing education: overview and call for further dialogue
1University of North Dakota Statewide Psychiatric Nursing Education Program, Jamestown, USA.
The Journal of Nursing Education
|October 8, 1999
Summary
Nurse educators must critically evaluate technology integration in nursing education. Further dialogue is needed to address the impact of technological advancements on curricula and pedagogical approaches.
Area of Science:
- Nursing Education
- Health Science Technology Integration
Background:
- Technology adoption in health sciences is rapidly increasing.
- Nursing education is increasingly reliant on technology, often without a clear pedagogical framework.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review the evolution of technology in nursing education.
- To identify key areas for further discussion among nurse educators regarding technology's role.
Main Methods:
- Literature review of technology integration in nursing education.
- Analysis of the need for critical dialogue among nurse educators.
Main Results:
- Growing reliance on technology in nursing courses is evident.
- Nurse educators must analyze values, communication, and social processes related to technology use.
Conclusions:
- A critical dialogue is essential for nurse educators to navigate technological changes.
- Reflecting on technology's impact is crucial for the nursing discipline's future.