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Student nurses' perceptions of Facebook™ as an interactive learning platform in nursing education
1a Adult Health Nursing Department, Faculty of Nursing , AL AL-Bayt University , Mafraq , Jordan.
Contemporary Nurse
|October 10, 2018
Summary
Facebook can support nursing education by facilitating communication and access to materials. While most students found it effective, some noted concerns about distraction and privacy.
Area of Science:
- Nursing Education
- Educational Technology
- Social Media in Higher Education
Background:
- The application of social media platforms like Facebook in nursing education remains largely unexplored.
- Existing research has not sufficiently addressed the potential of Facebook as a pedagogical tool in nursing curricula.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate nursing students' perceptions regarding the utilization of Facebook as an educational resource.
- To assess the effectiveness of Facebook in supporting student learning and engagement in nursing courses.
Main Methods:
- A pretest-posttest study design was employed in a Jordanian nursing school.
- Facebook pages were established for two nursing courses, with students completing perception questionnaires before and after engagement.
Main Results:
- A significant majority of students (78.8%) viewed Facebook as an effective tool for nursing education.
- Key perceived benefits included enhanced communication, easier access to course materials, and increased student support.
- Minority concerns were raised regarding potential distractions, required technical skills, and privacy issues.
Conclusions:
- Facebook demonstrates potential as a valuable instructional tool to supplement nursing education.
- This preliminary study suggests that integrating social media platforms can positively impact the learning experience for nursing students.