The early benefits of a problem-based approach to teaching social inclusion using an online virtual town.

Full Abstract

This article describes the delivery of a core pre-registration nursing and midwifery module centred on social inclusion. The module was previously delivered using a classroom-based problem-based learning approach. Difficulties with this approach led to changes to the module and its delivery. Logistic issues encouraged the module team to implement a blended learning approach using a virtual town to facilitate online learning and discussion activities. The paper describes and discusses the use of online learning technology to support student nurses and midwives. It highlights the benefits of this approach and outlines some of the experiences of the students including their evaluation of the virtual town. There is also an examination of some of the practical and theoretical issues related to both problem-based learning, online working and using a virtual town to support learning. This article outlines the approach taken and its implications.

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Author information

Author/s: Beadle, Mary (M); Santy, Julie (J);

Affiliation: Faculty of Health and Social Care, The University of Hull, Cottingham Road, HULL HU6 7RX, United Kingdom. M.L.Beadle@hull.ac.uk

Journal and publication information

Publication Type: Journal Article

Journal: Nurse education in practice (Nurse Educ Pract), published in England. (Language: eng)

Reference: 2008-May; vol 8 (issue 3) : pp 190-6

Dates: Created 2008/04/15; Completed 2008/04/29;

PMID: 17855168, status: MEDLINE (last retrieval date: 11/6/2008)

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MeSH headings (categories)

This article was linked to the MESH Headings shown below.

Computer Simulation
Computer-Assisted Instruction - methods
Curriculum - standards
Environment Design
Great Britain
Humans
Interpersonal Relations
Midwifery - education

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