Mock webpage: an innovative assignment for second-degree nursing students

Area of Science:

• Nursing Education
• Educational Technology

Background:

• Accelerated second-degree nursing programs require engaging academic assignments.
• Students in these programs are motivated, self-directed learners.
• There is a preference for technology-integrated teaching methods.

Purpose of the Study:

• To address the need for challenging and meaningful assignments for accelerated second-degree nursing students.
• To develop a technology-based assignment that aligns with student learning preferences.
• To describe the creation of a mock webpage assignment.

Main Methods:

• Development of a mock webpage assignment.
• Focus on student management of technology for information delivery.
• Tailoring the assignment to the learning needs of accelerated second-degree nursing students.

Main Results:

• A mock webpage assignment was successfully developed.
• The assignment aims to enhance student engagement through technology integration.
• It addresses the specific learning styles of accelerated second-degree nursing students.

Conclusions:

• The mock webpage assignment is a viable tool for engaging accelerated second-degree nursing students.
• Technology-centric assignments can cater to the preferences of these learners.
• This approach supports meaningful academic development in nursing education.