Exploring practical nursing skills acquisition through gamified computerized learning: A phenomenological study.

Area of Science:

• Nursing Education
• Digital Learning Technologies
• Pedagogical Innovations

Background:

• Post-pandemic necessity for innovative computerized nursing education approaches.
• Limited research guiding the development of digital clinical skill acquisition tools.
• Growing need for effective methods to teach clinical care skills.

Purpose of the Study:

• To explore undergraduate nursing students' experiences with gamified computerized learning.
• To understand perceptions of gamified computerized learning for care skills acquisition.
• To investigate the effectiveness of digital tools in nursing education.

Main Methods:

• Descriptive phenomenological approach utilizing individual interviews.
• Analysis of 12 student interviews using Colaizzi's seven-step method.
• Rigorous evaluation of study findings based on Guba and Lincoln's criteria.

Main Results:

• Synthesis of four sub-themes into a 'Synergistic Learning Approach'.
• Identification of key elements: learning support, visualization, goal orientation, and outcomes.
• Emphasis on robust support structures, resources, and feedback for effective learning.

Conclusions:

• Gamified computerized learning is an effective adjunct for developing nursing care skills.
• This method facilitates review of theoretical knowledge and practical skills.
• It offers a safe, accessible, and engaging platform for trial-and-error learning.