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Technology and the nurse educator: are you ELITE?
Kimberly Talcott1, John M O'Donnell, Helen K Burns
1University of Pittsburgh School of Nursing, 3500 Victoria Street, 360A Victoria Building, Pittsburgh, PA 15206, USA. kit9@pitt.edu
Nurse Educator
|April 24, 2013
Summary
Nurse faculty training programs enhance educational technology adoption. This initiative equipped educators with essential tools and strategies for effective implementation, improving student learning experiences.
Area of Science:
- Nursing Education
- Educational Technology
- Health Professions Education
Background:
- Nurse faculty and students recognize the benefits of educational technology but face challenges in its practical application.
- A diverse technological landscape presents difficulties for integrating digital tools in nursing curricula.
- Effective use of technology in nursing education is crucial for preparing competent healthcare professionals.
Purpose of the Study:
- To describe an innovative program designed to support nurse faculty in the effective implementation of educational technology.
- To provide a model for other nursing schools seeking to enhance technology integration in their programs.
- To outline the strategies and outcomes associated with faculty development in educational technology.
Main Methods:
- Development of a comprehensive faculty training program focused on educational technology tools and pedagogical strategies.
- Implementation of the program within a school of nursing, involving workshops, resources, and ongoing support.
- Evaluation of program content, delivery methods, and faculty engagement.
Main Results:
- Faculty reported increased confidence and competence in using educational technology after program participation.
- The program facilitated the adoption of new technologies and innovative teaching methods in nursing courses.
- Qualitative feedback indicated a positive impact on faculty's ability to leverage technology for enhanced student learning.
Conclusions:
- Targeted faculty development programs are effective in overcoming barriers to educational technology adoption in nursing education.
- Investing in faculty training is essential for successful technology integration and modernizing nursing curricula.
- This initiative offers a scalable model for improving educational technology proficiency among nurse educators.
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