Comparing the teaching-learning process with and without the use of computerized technological resources

Area of Science:

• Nursing Education
• Health Informatics
• Educational Technology

Background:

• Computerized resources are vital for task-oriented education.
• Nursing staff scheduling is a critical skill for nursing students.
• The integration of technology in healthcare education requires evaluation.

Purpose of the Study:

• To compare the learning outcomes of undergraduate nursing students in staff scheduling.
• To assess the impact of a dedicated website versus traditional methods on student development.
• To evaluate student motivation, knowledge acquisition, and performance in nursing staff scheduling.

Main Methods:

• Development of a website focused on nursing staff scheduling.
• Comparison of a case group (using website) and a control group (not using website).
• Data collection from undergraduate nursing students at a Brazilian public university between 2003-2005.

Main Results:

• No significant differences were observed in student motivation or knowledge acquisition between the groups.
• Student performance on the nursing staff scheduling exercise was comparable across both groups.
• Students acknowledged the importance of staff scheduling for their professional development, with easy website access being a positive factor.

Conclusions:

• The use of a specific website for nursing staff scheduling did not yield statistically significant improvements in learning outcomes compared to traditional methods.
• Further research may explore optimal integration strategies for educational technology in nursing curricula.
• The perceived importance of the topic and accessibility of resources are key considerations for educational tool adoption.