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Meagan White1, Teresa Shellenbarger
1Author Affiliations: Senior Program Analyst (Ms White), American Nurses Credentialing Center, Silver Spring, Maryland; and Professor (Dr Shellenbarger), Department of Nursing and Allied Health Professions, Indiana University of Pennsylvania.
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|August 18, 2017
Summary
Digital badges gamify nursing education for tech-savvy students. This article guides faculty on using digital badges effectively, highlighting benefits and potential challenges in nursing pedagogy.
Area of Science:
- Educational Technology
- Nursing Education
Background:
- Digital badges (DBs) offer an innovative gamification strategy for nursing education.
- They leverage online platforms for visible indicators of student accomplishment and skills.
Purpose of the Study:
- To describe key considerations for nursing faculty integrating game-based pedagogies, specifically DBs.
- To identify potential pitfalls associated with DB implementation in nursing education.
Main Methods:
- This article provides a descriptive overview of digital badge integration in nursing education.
- It focuses on pedagogical considerations and potential challenges for faculty.
Main Results:
- Digital badges can enhance student engagement through gamification.
- Faculty need to carefully consider implementation strategies and potential drawbacks.
Conclusions:
- Digital badges present a promising tool for modernizing nursing education.
- Careful planning is essential to maximize benefits and mitigate risks associated with DBs.
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