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Terri Downer1, Florin Oprescu, Helen Forbes
1About the Authors Terri Downer, MadP, PGC (clinical teaching), RN, RM, is PhD candidate and lecturer in nursing and midwifery, School of Nursing and Midwifery, University of the Sunshine Coast, Sippy Downs, Queensland, Australia. Florin Oprescu, MD, PhD, MPH, MBA, is senior lecturer in public health, School of Health and Sports Science, University of the Sunshine Coast, Sippy Downs, Queensland, Australia. Helen Forbes, PhD, MEdSt, is associate professor, Deakin University, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia. Nikki Phillips, PhD, GDip AdvNurs(Ed), RN, is associate professor, Deakin University, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia. Lauren McTier, PhD, Grad Dip Ed, BN (Hons), is senior lecturer in nursing, Deakin University, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia. Bill Lord, PhD, Med, is associate professor in paramedic science, University of the Sunshine Coast, Sippy Downs, Queensland, Australia. Nigel Barr, GDip AdClinNur, DipHSC (Ambulance Officer), is lecturer in paramedic science, University of the Sunshine Coast, Sippy Downs, Queensland, Australia. Peter Bright, BSc, is online curriculum coordinator, Deakin University, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia. Vilma Simbag, MSc, MEd, is project manager, University of the Sunshine Coast, Sippy Downs, Queensland, Australia. Formore information, write to tdowner@usc.edu.au.
Quick response (QR) codes are a new technology embraced in nursing education. This innovation enhances teaching and learning for academics and students at a regional university.
Area of Science:
- Educational Technology
- Nursing Education
- Health Sciences
Background:
- The integration of new technologies in education is rapidly evolving.
- Quick response (QR) codes represent a novel technological tool for information access.
- Nursing and midwifery education seek innovative strategies to engage students.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore the integration of QR codes as a teaching and learning strategy.
- To assess the adoption of QR code technology by academics and students.
- To evaluate the impact of QR codes on nursing and midwifery education.
Main Methods:
- Implementation of QR code technology in educational settings.
- Qualitative and quantitative data collection from academics and students.
- Analysis of user adoption and perceived effectiveness.
Main Results:
- Academics and students have embraced QR code technology.
- Positive reception of QR codes as a supplementary learning tool.
- Identified benefits include enhanced access to information and engagement.
Conclusions:
- QR codes are a viable and accepted innovation in nursing and midwifery education.
- This technology holds potential for improving teaching and learning experiences.
- Further research can explore broader applications and long-term impacts.
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