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1Faculty of Health and Social Care, University of the West of England, Glenside Campus, Blackberry Hill, Stapleton, BS16 1DD, Bristol, UK. pam.moule@uwe.ac.uk
Nurse Education Today
|September 10, 2003
Summary
Undergraduate nurses experienced initial intimidation with information and communication technology (ICT), highlighting the need for motivation, computer ownership, and clinical access. Support and curriculum changes are recommended for effective ICT integration in nursing education.
Area of Science:
- Nursing Education
- Health Informatics
- Educational Technology
Background:
- Higher education institutions are increasingly adopting technology for teaching and learning.
- Integrating Information and Communication Technology (ICT) into nursing programs presents unique challenges and opportunities.
- A social justice perspective is crucial for equitable access and development of knowledge through technology.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore undergraduate nursing students' experiences with ICT integration in their program.
- To identify barriers and facilitators to ICT adoption from a student perspective.
- To inform recommendations for enhancing ICT use in nursing education.
Main Methods:
- An interpretive paradigm was employed to understand student experiences.
- Qualitative data were collected through open-ended interviews with six undergraduate nursing students.
- Data reduction and thematic analysis were used to identify key themes.
Main Results:
- Students initially felt intimidated by computer use for learning.
- Lack of time, motivation, and inclination to experiment hindered ICT skill development.
- Computer ownership was vital for overcoming university system issues and developing ICT skills.
- Limited access to computers in clinical settings was noted, despite student enthusiasm for clinical applications.
Conclusions:
- Student support for ICT skill development is essential throughout the nursing undergraduate program.
- Curriculum development and a cultural shift are necessary for successful ICT integration.
- Improving the flexibility and reliability of computer provision is recommended.
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