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Digital Storytelling: A Qualitative Study Exploring the Benefits, Challenges, and Solutions.
Melissa Schwartz Beck1, Janice A Neil
1Author Affiliation: East Carolina University College of Nursing, Greenville, North Carolina.
Computers, Informatics, Nursing : CIN
|August 1, 2020
Summary
Digital stories enhance nursing education by increasing student engagement and empathy. This innovative pedagogy offers benefits like deeper discussions but presents challenges in content selection and assessment.
Area of Science:
- Nursing Education
- Educational Technology
- Digital Pedagogy
Background:
- The National League for Nursing has long advocated for research-supported innovative pedagogies in nursing education.
- Digital stories represent a novel pedagogical tool leveraging digital storytelling.
- This study explores the integration of digital stories into nursing curricula.
Purpose of the Study:
- To report the benefits, challenges, and solutions associated with using digital stories in nursing education.
- To understand how digital stories impact student engagement, reflection, and empathy.
- To identify practical strategies for implementing digital stories effectively.
Main Methods:
- A descriptive qualitative study design was employed.
- Twelve nurse educators from Europe and the US with experience in using digital stories were recruited.
- Semi-structured interviews were conducted to gather data on their experiences.
Main Results:
- Key benefits included deeper discussions, enhanced student engagement, and promotion of reflection and empathy.
- Development of critical thinking and information technology skills were also noted.
- Challenges involved finding suitable digital stories, legal considerations, and assessing learning outcomes.
Conclusions:
- Digital stories serve as an engaging pedagogical tool in nursing education.
- Addressing challenges related to content, legalities, and assessment is crucial for successful implementation.
- This approach fosters a more interactive and reflective learning environment for nursing students.
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