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A multidimensional evaluation of a nursing information-literacy program

L M Fox1, J M Richter, N E White

  • 1James A. Michener Library, University of Northern Colorado, Greeley 80639, USA.

Bulletin of the Medical Library Association
|April 1, 1996
PubMed
Summary

Nursing students showed improved information literacy skills, including locating, evaluating, and applying information, after participating in a specialized program. A multidimensional evaluation approach confirmed these gains in cognitive and affective domains.

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Area of Science:

  • Nursing Education
  • Information Science
  • Curriculum Development

Background:

  • Information literacy is crucial for critical thinking and problem-solving in nursing.
  • Educational programs require rigorous evaluation to ensure effectiveness and demonstrate student benefits.
  • Integrating information literacy into nursing curricula is essential for developing these vital skills.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To describe a nursing information-literacy program, "Pathways to Information Literacy."
  • To detail a multidimensional evaluation process for assessing student growth in cognitive and affective domains.
  • To demonstrate the effectiveness of the program in enhancing student information literacy skills.

Main Methods:

  • Implemented the "Pathways to Information Literacy" program within the nursing curriculum.

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  • Employed a multidimensional evaluation process incorporating formal measurements and informal feedback.
  • Assessed student progress in locating, evaluating, and applying information.

    • Main Results:

    • Nursing students demonstrated significant improvement in information literacy skills.
    • The multidimensional evaluation provided a comprehensive view of student progress.
    • The program successfully enhanced students' ability to use information for critical thinking and problem-solving.

    Conclusions:

    • A multidimensional evaluation approach effectively measures the impact of educational programs.
    • The nursing information-literacy program positively influenced student cognitive and affective development.
    • Continuous evaluation is key to refining educational initiatives and ensuring student success.