Enhancing clinical practice through the use of electronic resources

Area of Science:

• Nursing Education
• Digital Learning Resources

Background:

• Problem-based learning (PBL) requires effective student support.
• Online resources can enhance learning experiences for nursing students.

Purpose of the Study:

• To describe the development of the Students Online in Nursing Integrated Curricula (SONIC) website.
• To highlight SONIC as a web-based resource for supporting student learning.

Main Methods:

• Development of a web-based platform.
• Evaluation and implementation in diverse educational settings.

Main Results:

• The SONIC website has been successfully developed.
• The resource has been evaluated and utilized in various contexts.

Conclusions:

• The SONIC website provides an accessible, open-access platform for nursing education.
• It supports learning for students, mentors, practice educators, and lecturers in multiple settings.