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Julie Sanford1, Judith Townsend-Rocchiccioli, Donna Trimm

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WebQuests offer nurses an engaging, inquiry-based online learning method. This constructivist strategy enhances critical thinking for analyzing and synthesizing complex health information effectively.

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Area of Science:

  • Nursing Education
  • Online Learning
  • Educational Technology

Background:

  • Online educational opportunities in nursing are rapidly expanding.
  • Traditional learning methods may not fully leverage the potential of digital resources.
  • There is a need for innovative teaching strategies in nursing education.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To introduce the WebQuest as a valuable online teaching and learning strategy for nurses.
  • To highlight the benefits of inquiry-based learning in nursing education.
  • To provide an overview and examples of WebQuest implementation.

Main Methods:

  • The article describes the WebQuest as a constructivist, inquiry-oriented lesson format.
  • It emphasizes the use of web-based resources as the primary information source.
  • The strategy is designed to foster higher-order thinking skills.

Main Results:

  • WebQuests facilitate the analysis and synthesis of critical information for nurses.
  • This approach promotes deeper engagement and application of complex knowledge.
  • It represents an exciting advancement in online nursing education.

Conclusions:

  • WebQuests are an effective online pedagogical tool for nursing education.
  • The strategy supports the development of essential analytical and critical thinking skills.
  • Further exploration and adoption of WebQuests in nursing are encouraged.