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Use of theory to guide integration of virtual reality technology in nursing education: A scoping study
Karen Bauce1, Mary Beth Kaylor1, Geoffrey Staysniak1
1Dr. Susan L. Davis, RN, & Richard J. Henley College of Nursing, Sacred Heart University, United States.
Background:
There is growing interest among academic nurse educators in using virtual reality (VR) environments as a pedagogical tool to enhance student learning.
Purpose:
The aim of this scoping study was to identify the theories or conceptual models that informed the application of virtual reality technology in nursing education programs.
Methods:
A scoping study using the Arksey and O'Malley (2005) framework was conducted. A search strategy recommended and executed by a research librarian yielded 18 final articles for review.
Findings:
There is limited use of theory or a conceptual model, particularly of nursing origin, to guide the integration of VR technology for student learning.
Discussion:
More research is needed to define best practices for application of VR technology for specific curricular needs, and for theory development based on specific concepts and disciplinary perspectives of learning.
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