Journal article
Innovative digital tools in EBP and information literacy education for undergraduate nursing students
Journal of Information Literacy, Vol.14(2), pp.128-140
01/12/2020
Abstract
Background: Information literacy (IL) skills are essential for the translation of current knowledge into evidence-based practice (EBP) in healthcare, which in turn improves patient outcomes. However, students enter pre-registration nursing programs with variable IL skills, which can present challenges when preparing research-literate nursing graduates.
Objectives: To develop an online module for nursing students to learn the IL skills they require to effectively implement EBP.
Project design: A self-paced, interactive online module was developed for final year pre-registration nursing students at an Australian university and launched in late January 2019. Four different digital tools, including screen-capture videos, split-screen tutorials, e-portfolio/learning journey platforms, and digital badges, were integrated to create an interactive module on database searching and systematic reviews. A student feedback survey was added to collect information on the students’ learning experience.
Results: Students reported the online module was challenging but engaging and that its self-paced interactive nature assisted their learning. Digital badges were reported as a motivating factor by students, and their attitudes toward EBP were positive. Students were able to complete the module on their own, but a handful required face-to-face assistance.
Conclusion: This project successfully integrated screen-capture videos, split-screen tutorials, e-portfolios and micro-credentialing into one online learning module to assist nursing students with developing the IL skills required for effective EBP.
Details
- Title
- Innovative digital tools in EBP and information literacy education for undergraduate nursing students
- Authors/Creators
- B. Chan (Author/Creator)Li Wei (Author/Creator)C. Fetherston (Author/Creator)
- Publication Details
- Journal of Information Literacy, Vol.14(2), pp.128-140
- Publisher
- CILIP Information Literacy Group
- Identifiers
- 991005541561707891
- Copyright
- CC BY SA
- Murdoch Affiliation
- School of Nursing; Murdoch University Library
- Language
- English
- Resource Type
- Journal article
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