Technological Challenges and Solutions in Emergency Remote Teaching for Nursing: An International Cross-Sectional Survey
- Author:
Eunjoo JEON
1
;
Laura-Maria PELTONEN
;
Lorraine J. BLOCK
;
Charlene RONQUILLO
;
Jude L. TAYABEN
;
Raji NIBBER
;
Lisiane PRUINELLI
;
Erika Lozada PEREZMITRE
;
Janine SOMMER
;
Maxim TOPAZ
;
Gabrielle Jacklin ELER
;
Henrique Yoshikazu SHISHIDO
;
Shanti WARDANINGSIH
;
Sutantri SUTANTRI
;
Samira ALI
;
Dari ALHUWAIL
;
Alaa ABD-ALRAZAQ
;
Laila AKHU-ZAHEYA
;
Ying-Li LEE
;
Shao-Hui SHU
;
Jisan LEE
Author Information
- Publication Type:Original Article
- From:Healthcare Informatics Research 2024;30(1):49-59
- CountryRepublic of Korea
- Language:English
-
Abstract:
Objectives:With the sudden global shift to online learning modalities, this study aimed to understand the unique challenges and experiences of emergency remote teaching (ERT) in nursing education.
Methods:We conducted a comprehensive online international cross-sectional survey to capture the current state and firsthand experiences of ERT in the nursing discipline. Our analytical methods included a combination of traditional statistical analysis, advanced natural language processing techniques, latent Dirichlet allocation using Python, and a thorough qualitative assessment of feedback from open-ended questions.
Results:We received responses from 328 nursing educators from 18 different countries. The data revealed generally positive satisfaction levels, strong technological self-efficacy, and significant support from their institutions. Notably, the characteristics of professors, such as age (p = 0.02) and position (p = 0.03), influenced satisfaction levels. The ERT experience varied significantly by country, as evidenced by satisfaction (p = 0.05), delivery (p = 0.001), teacher-student interaction (p = 0.04), and willingness to use ERT in the future (p = 0.04). However, concerns were raised about the depth of content, the transition to online delivery, teacher-student interaction, and the technology gap.
Conclusions:Our findings can help advance nursing education. Nevertheless, collaborative efforts from all stakeholders are essential to address current challenges, achieve digital equity, and develop a standardized curriculum for nursing education.
