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Midwifery education models. A contemporary review
Journal of Nurse-Midwifery
|November 6, 1998
Summary
Midwifery education programs are adopting diverse teaching methods, integrating traditional and distance learning with new technologies. Program decisions on technology adoption are influenced by institutional values, resources, and student needs.
Area of Science:
- Medical Education
- Nursing Education
- Health Professions Education
Background:
- Midwifery education historically blends innovation with proven methods.
- Innovations include asynchronous modular systems, distance learning, and telecommunications technologies.
- Exploring current trends in midwifery education is crucial for professional development.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate current trends in midwifery education approaches.
- To assess the integration of traditional and distance education modalities.
- To understand the factors influencing the adoption of new educational technologies in midwifery programs.
Main Methods:
- Survey and interviews were conducted with midwifery program directors.
- Assessed instructional synchrony, use of distance modalities, and curriculum presentation methods.
- Explored the range of educational approaches in traditional and distance programs.
Main Results:
- Midwifery programs utilize a variety of educational approaches.
- Both traditional and distance education methods are employed.
- New educational technologies are being integrated into curricula.
Conclusions:
- Midwifery education is evolving with diverse pedagogical strategies.
- Technology integration decisions are multifactorial.
- Adaptation of educational methods ensures relevance and effectiveness in training midwives.