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Ana Graziela Alvarez1, Grace T M Dal Sasso1, Sriram Iyengar2
1Clinical Research Group, Technology and Health Informatics and Nursing, Federal University of Santa Catarina, SC, Brazil.
Studies in Health Technology and Informatics
|June 23, 2016
Summary
Mobile learning objects can effectively teach nursing students about pain management. This study found the virtual m-OVADor tool to be high-quality, with low mental workload, and resulted in significant learning outcomes.
Area of Science:
- Educational Technology
- Nursing Education
- Health Informatics
Background:
- Mobile devices are persuasive technologies that can influence attitudes and behaviors.
- Mobile learning offers unique opportunities for skill development and knowledge acquisition.
- Assessing the quality and impact of mobile learning interventions is crucial.
Purpose of the Study:
- To measure the educational quality of a virtual mobile learning object.
- To assess the mental workload associated with a mobile learning intervention.
- To evaluate the learning outcomes of nursing students using mobile technology.
Main Methods:
- A technological production study employing a mixed-method, quasi-experimental design.
- Development of m-OVADor, a virtual mobile learning object with three simulated clinical scenarios for acute pain evaluation.
- Utilized interactive tools within the mobile application for simulated patient assessment.
Main Results:
- The m-OVADor technology met established quality criteria for educational software.
- The educational intervention using the mobile learning object resulted in a low mental workload for students.
- A significant improvement in learning outcomes related to pain assessment was observed among nursing students.
Conclusions:
- Virtual mobile learning objects, like m-OVADor, are effective tools for nursing education.
- The use of persuasive technology in mobile learning can enhance the learning process for healthcare students.
- This study demonstrates a viable strategy for improving pain management education through technology.
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