Use of a mobile device simulation as a preclass active learning exercise

Robert D. Keegan, M. Cecile Oliver, Teresa J. Stanfill, Kevin V. Stevens, Gary R. Brown, Michael Ebinger, John M. Gay

Research output: Contribution to journalArticlepeer-review

14 Scopus citations

Abstract

Background: Research shows that preclass activities introducing new material can increase student performance. In an effort to engage students in an active learning, preclass activity, the authors developed a mobile application. Method: Eighty-four nursing students were assigned a preclass reading exercise, whereas 32 students completed the preclass simulation scenario on their mobile device. All students completed the same electronic fetal monitoring (EFM) quiz 1 week following the lecture. The effects of reading or simulation on student quiz performance was evaluated with a student’s paired t test, using an alpha of.05. Results: Students completing the preclass simulation scored higher on the EFM quiz, compared with students assigned the preclass reading (85% versus 70% correct answers, p =.01). Student survey data indicated that the mobile device simulation was perceived as an engaging and desirable instructional tool. Conclusion: Nursing students completing the mobile device EFM preclass simulation outperformed the students who were given the traditional reading assignment.

Original languageEnglish (US)
Pages (from-to)56-59
Number of pages4
JournalJournal of Nursing Education
Volume55
Issue number1
DOIs
StatePublished - Jan 2016
Externally publishedYes

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • General Nursing
  • Education

Fingerprint

Dive into the research topics of 'Use of a mobile device simulation as a preclass active learning exercise'. Together they form a unique fingerprint.

Cite this