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Anita Raymond1, Elisabeth Jacob2, Darren Jacob2
1School of Nursing Midwifery & Healthcare, Federation University, Gippsland Campus, Australia.
Nurse Education Today
|July 19, 2016
Summary
Nursing students had mixed opinions on peer online learning for pharmacology. While many appreciated the convenience, others faced challenges with technology and communication, highlighting the need for blended learning approaches.
Area of Science:
- Nursing Education
- Pharmacology Pedagogy
- Online Learning Strategies
Background:
- Flexible online programs are increasingly popular for accommodating diverse student lifestyles.
- Blended learning and peer learning enhance educational experiences and prepare healthcare students for professional collaboration.
- This study investigates the integration of peer and online learning for teaching pharmacology to nursing students.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore undergraduate nursing students' perspectives on participating in peer groups within online pharmacology learning sessions.
- To identify student opinions regarding the benefits and drawbacks of peer-based online learning in a nursing curriculum.
Main Methods:
- A qualitative study design was employed, utilizing self-reported questionnaires.
- Data were collected from second-year Bachelor of Nursing students at a rural Australian university campus.
- Content analysis was performed on open-ended survey responses to identify key themes.
Main Results:
- Out of 61 enrolled students, 35 (57%) completed the survey, reporting varied views on peer online learning.
- 66% of students favored peer online learning, citing convenience and ease of completion as primary advantages.
- Dislikes centered on Information Technology issues, communication barriers, and personal learning preferences, with 29% expressing negative views.
Conclusions:
- Peer online learning groups can serve as an additional method to enhance student learning experiences.
- Integrating peer online learning with traditional face-to-face instruction offers a richer variety of pedagogical approaches.
- Blended learning strategies, combining online and in-person methods, are crucial for optimizing nursing student education.
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