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North S, Lafky R, Horgos B, Friedrich C. Collaboration in action: successful implementation of a learner-driven virtual interprofessional education curriculum in the clinical learning environment. J Interprof Care 2024; 38:936-941. [PMID: 38655857 DOI: 10.1080/13561820.2024.2343826] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/24/2023] [Revised: 11/06/2023] [Accepted: 04/09/2024] [Indexed: 04/26/2024]
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Though technological capabilities to provide high-quality, flexible interprofessional education (IPE) have continued to grow, this remains a largely undeveloped area in the clinical learning environment (CLE). To address this gap, the University of Minnesota launched the Collaboration in Action: Learner-Driven Curriculum (CIA-LDC) as an IPE model designed for sustainability in a post-pandemic world. Over the course of two academic years, the CIA-LDC framework evolved and expanded through an iterative, data-informed approach incorporating student feedback, academic programme co-creation, evolving literature, and lessons learned. Modifications to individual activities and the overall model are presented, as well as key lessons learned. The majority of CIA-LDC evaluation responses across 2 years agreed that the amount of time spent was reasonable, participation placed little to no burden on their preceptor or site, the experience supported target interprofessional competency development, and that IPE should be provided in the CLE. The CIA-LDC holds promise as a successful, quality model for IPE in the CLE, available to learners from any profession in any geographic location in any practice setting. Outcomes demonstrate a pedagogical design with buy-in and feasibility in a post-pandemic world, with tremendous potential for advanced educational research to prepare the next generation as a collaborative practice-ready workforce.
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- Sara North
- Center for Interprofessional Health, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, MN, USA
- Division of Physical Therapy, Medical School Department of Family Medicine and Community Health, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, MN, USA
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- Center for Interprofessional Health, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, MN, USA
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- Center for Interprofessional Health, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, MN, USA
- School of Social Work, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, MN, USA
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- Center for Interprofessional Health, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, MN, USA
- School of Nursing, Doctor of Nursing Practice Programs, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, MN, USA
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Wu C, Zhang Y, Wu J, Zhang L, Du J, Li L, Chen N, Zhu L, Zhao S, Lang H. Construction and application on the training course of information literacy for clinical nurses. BMC MEDICAL EDUCATION 2023; 23:614. [PMID: 37644432 PMCID: PMC10466842 DOI: 10.1186/s12909-023-04505-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/04/2023] [Accepted: 07/09/2023] [Indexed: 08/31/2023]
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DESIGN A two-round Delphi survey was conducted to seek opinions from experts about the index system for the evaluation of training courses of clinical nursing staff's information literacy. Besides, a non-randomized controlled experimental study was adopted to check the application effect of the training courses. AIMS This study intended to construct a training course of information literacy for clinical nurses, train nurses in order to improve their information literacy level and provide theoretical reference for the training of information literacy courses for clinical nurses. METHODS Two rounds of Delphi study were conducted for the study among 26 clinical medical and nursing experts as well as educational experts from 5 different provinces and cities in China. From July 2022 to October 2022, a total of 84 clinical nurses from two hospitals were selected by the convenience sampling method, of which the nurses in one hospital were the control group and the nurses in the other hospital were the observation group. 42 nurses in the observation group were trained by the constructed information literacy training course. Questionnaire evaluation was used to compare the differences in the level of information literacy of nurses and the training effect between the two groups. RESULTS The results of the Delphi consultation showed that the expert's judgment coefficient was 0.958, the expert's familiarity was 0.946, and the expert's authority coefficient was 0.952. Finally, a training course of information literacy for clinical nurses with 4 course categories and 45 specific course contents was formed. Among them, nursing information awareness included 7 courses, nursing information knowledge 15 courses, nursing information ability 19 courses, and nursing information ethics 4 courses. The results of the empirical study showed that the information literacy level of the nurses in the observation group after the training of the information literacy course was improved, and the scores in nursing information awareness, nursing information knowledge, nursing information ability, and information ethics were significantly higher than those in the control group after training (P < 0.05). CONCLUSIONS The constructed information literacy training courses for clinical nurses were clearly targeted and systematic. Empirical research showed that the course contents were scientific and reasonable, which could provide reference for the training of clinical nurses' information literacy.
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- Chao Wu
- Department of Nursing, Air Force Medical University, No.169 Changle West Road, Xi'an, 710032, Shaanxi, China
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- Department of Nursing, Air Force Medical University, No.169 Changle West Road, Xi'an, 710032, Shaanxi, China
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- Department of Nursing, Air Force Medical University, No.169 Changle West Road, Xi'an, 710032, Shaanxi, China
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- Department of Nursing, Air Force Medical University, No.169 Changle West Road, Xi'an, 710032, Shaanxi, China
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- Department of Nursing, Air Force Medical University, No.169 Changle West Road, Xi'an, 710032, Shaanxi, China
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- Department of Anesthesia Intensive Care Unit, The Second Affiliated Hospital, Air Force Military Medical University, Xi'an, Shaanxi, China
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- Department of Otolaryngology, Army Hospital of the Seventy- seventh Group, Jiajiang, Sichuan, China
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- Department of Foreign Languages, Quzhou NO. 2 School, Quzhou, Zhejiang, China.
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- Department of Political Teaching, Quzhou NO. 2 School, Quzhou, Zhejiang, China.
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- Department of Nursing, Air Force Medical University, No.169 Changle West Road, Xi'an, 710032, Shaanxi, China.
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Alfaleh R, East L, Smith Z, Wang SY. Nurses' perspectives, attitudes and experiences related to e-learning: A systematic review. NURSE EDUCATION TODAY 2023; 125:105800. [PMID: 37011506 DOI: 10.1016/j.nedt.2023.105800] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/19/2022] [Revised: 02/27/2023] [Accepted: 03/09/2023] [Indexed: 06/19/2023]
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OBJECTIVE To summarize the current evidence on registered nurses (RNs) perspectives, attitudes and experiences related to e-learning. DESIGN A systematic review of the literature. DATA SOURCES The CINAHL, PubMed, Embase, the Cochrane Library, Scopus and Web of Science databases were searched for studies published in English from 2000 to 2021. REVIEW METHODS The study followed the 2020 Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analysis (PRISMA) guidelines. Inclusion criteria comprised studies with cross-sectional, quasi-experimental, qualitative, and randomised control designs on the attitudes toward, perspectives and experiences of registered nursing about e-learning. Quality appraisal for each study, based on their designs, was assessed using the Joanna Briggs Institute (JBI) critical appraisal checklist. Data were synthesized using a narrative approach. RESULTS In the 15 included studies, 4 were high quality while 11 were moderate quality. Four themes were revealed in this review including e-learning approaches, facilitators of e-learning and barriers to e-learning barriers to e-learning among RNs and learning in practice barriers. CONCLUSIONS The systematic review uncovered that E-learning is an effective method for integrating knowledge with practice and promoting professional development among RNs in healthcare settings. However, RNs may lack motivation to engage with E-learning and face challenges associated with user-friendly platforms.
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- Reem Alfaleh
- School of Health, Faculty of Medicine and Health, University of New England, Armidale 2351, Australia; School of Nursing, Faculty of Applied Medical Sciences, Aljouf University, Sakaka Aljouf 42421, Saudi Arabia
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- The University of Southern Queensland, School of Nursing and Midwifery, Toowoomba, 4350, Australia
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- Adelaide Nursing School, Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences, The University of Adelaide, Adelaide 5005, Australia
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- School of Health, Faculty of Medicine and Health, University of New England, Armidale 2351, Australia.
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Ma H, Zhang S, Zhu X, Huang J, Cheng Z, Luo Y. Continuing professional education experiences and expectations of nurses in Chinese military hospitals: A quantitative and qualitative study. NURSE EDUCATION TODAY 2023; 120:105645. [PMID: 36435155 DOI: 10.1016/j.nedt.2022.105645] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/07/2022] [Revised: 10/29/2022] [Accepted: 11/09/2022] [Indexed: 06/16/2023]
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BACKGROUND Continuing professional education (CPE) is important for maintaining the competencies of nurses. The evaluation of training needs is necessary for well-organized CPE programs. OBJECTIVES To obtain a deeper understanding of the past experiences and future expectations of CPE among nurses in Chinese military hospitals in order to provide empirical support for planning effective CPE programs. DESIGN We implemented a two-phase procedure to investigate the experiences and expectations of CPE. SETTINGS Twenty one hospitals across China. PARTICIPANTS 382 nurses in quantitative study, and 20 nurses in qualitative study. METHODS Self-designed questionnaire was used to quantitatively measure past experiences, willingness to participate, and future expectations of CPE via a cross-sectional study. Semi-structured interviews were carried out to explore the characteristics of CPE activities among military nurses. RESULTS A total of 293 (76.7 %) participants had experience with CPE in the past, and 362 (94.8 %) were willing to take CPE in the future. The top five training items they wanted to learn about in the future were combat casualty care, emergency and critical care, military skills, trauma care in an austere environment, and specialist nursing. We identified the following 5 themes in the qualitative data: military missions, military training content, military medicine training content, training methods, and professional development paths. CONCLUSIONS Nursing administrators and educators should consider designing hierarchical, categorized CPE programs to meet the needs of self-development and professional growth among nurses.
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- Huijuan Ma
- School of Nursing, Third Military Medical University/Army Medical University, No. 30 Gaotanyan Street, Shapingba District, Chongqing 400038, PR China
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- School of Nursing, Third Military Medical University/Army Medical University, No. 30 Gaotanyan Street, Shapingba District, Chongqing 400038, PR China
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- School of Nursing, Third Military Medical University/Army Medical University, No. 30 Gaotanyan Street, Shapingba District, Chongqing 400038, PR China
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- Institute of Military Preventive Medicine, Third Military Medical University/Army Medical University, No. 30 Gaotanyan Street, Shapingba District, Chongqing 400038, PR China
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- School of Nursing, Third Military Medical University/Army Medical University, No. 30 Gaotanyan Street, Shapingba District, Chongqing 400038, PR China
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- School of Nursing, Third Military Medical University/Army Medical University, No. 30 Gaotanyan Street, Shapingba District, Chongqing 400038, PR China.
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Adjei CA, Adjorlolo S, Kyei J, Ohene LA, Dzansi G, Acheampong AK, Asante INA, Woolley P, Nyante F, Aziato L. Ghanaian nurses' and midwives' perspectives on technology adoption in nursing and midwifery education. Nurs Open 2022; 10:754-764. [PMID: 36039816 PMCID: PMC9834547 DOI: 10.1002/nop2.1342] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/05/2021] [Revised: 05/27/2022] [Accepted: 08/10/2022] [Indexed: 01/19/2023] Open
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AIM The purpose of this study was to explore the perceived benefits and challenges of online distance education and computer-based testing (CBT) among registered nurses and midwives in a sample of government-owned health facilities and health training institutions in Ghana. DESIGN Exploratory descriptive qualitative design. METHODS Individual semi-structured interviews were conducted with 45 participants (i.e. 25 nurses and 20 midwives). The data were manually processed and analysed using Braun and Clarke's thematic analysis approach (November 2019-February 2020). RESULTS Nurses and midwives prefer online distance education for three reasons: convenience, cost-effectiveness and learning centre proximity to the workplace. The course schedule's flexibility allowed participants to work and study simultaneously. Others acknowledged online distance education as a viable option for overcoming the challenges of obtaining study leave. However, the lack of recognition of certificates by some employers, poor Internet connectivity and perceived excessive course load were noted as deterrents. Regarding the CBT, many of the participants said that it was useful. Among the advantages of CBT are: (1) a decrease in examination malpractices, (2) a decrease in examination costs and (3) a rise in students' interest in information, communication and technology (ICT). This finding emphasizes the necessity of integrating ICT into nursing and midwifery education and examinations, as well as maximizing its benefits.
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- School of Nursing and MidwiferyUniversity of GhanaLegonGhana
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- School of Nursing and MidwiferyUniversity of GhanaLegonGhana
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- Nursing and Midwifery Council of GhanaAccraGhana
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- School of Nursing and MidwiferyUniversity of GhanaLegonGhana
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A Framework to Guide the Development of Health Care Professional Education and Training in Best Evidence Osteoarthritis Care. Clin Geriatr Med 2022; 38:361-384. [DOI: 10.1016/j.cger.2021.11.008] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/20/2022]
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Petty J, Whiting L, Fowler C, Green J, Mosenthal A. Exploring the knowledge of community-based nurses in supporting parents of preterm babies at home: A survey-based study. Nurs Open 2021; 9:1883-1894. [PMID: 34009710 PMCID: PMC8994940 DOI: 10.1002/nop2.937] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/30/2021] [Revised: 04/21/2021] [Accepted: 04/28/2021] [Indexed: 12/02/2022] Open
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Aim This study aimed to investigate the confidence levels, knowledge base and learning needs of community‐based nurses relating to the care of preterm babies and parents, to explore what education is required and in what format. Design An online survey methodology was used. Methods A 32‐item questionnaire was distributed via social media platforms to community‐based nurses in Australia. Results Descriptive analysis was undertaken relating to knowledge base, confidence levels, previous training, learning and resource needs and barriers to education. It was deemed vital to expand confidence and knowledge in this area. Gaps in learning resources were identified and a need for more training in topics such as developmental outcomes, feeding, expected milestones, weight gain, growth trajectories and supporting parents. Online resources were the preferred format to teach key knowledge to community‐based health professionals, tailored to the specific features of preterm babies and support needs of parents.
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- Julia Petty
- Children's Nursing, University of Hertfordshire, Hatfield, Hertfordshire, UK
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- Children's Nursing, University of Hertfordshire, Hatfield, Hertfordshire, UK
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- School of Nursing, College of Health and Medicine, University of Tasmania, Hobart, Australia
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- Children's Nursing, University of Hertfordshire, Hatfield, Hertfordshire, UK
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Zhou X, Chai CS, Jong MSY, Xiong XB. Does Relatedness Matter for Online Self-regulated Learning to Promote Perceived Learning Gains and Satisfaction? THE ASIA-PACIFIC EDUCATION RESEARCHER 2021; 30:205-215. [PMCID: PMC8111659 DOI: 10.1007/s40299-021-00579-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 04/03/2021] [Indexed: 06/15/2023]
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The COVID-19 pandemic has moved university teaching and learning activities that conventionally take place in physical classrooms to online platforms. There is an urgent need to investigate university students’ experience and perceptions of online learning during the pandemic so as to optimize online learning strategies in tertiary education during and after the pandemic. Based on self-determination theory and the social cognitive perspective, the present study investigated the relationship between perceived relatedness with instructors and classmates, online self-regulated learning (OSRL), perceived learning gains, and satisfaction of 572 Chinese undergraduate students. Through structural equation modeling (SEM) and bootstrapping, we found: (1) relatedness was positively associated with OSRL; (2) relatedness had no direct effect on either perceived learning gains or satisfaction; (3) OSRL has a full mediating effect on the relationship between relatedness and perceived learning gains; (4) there was a serial mediating effect of OSRL and perceived learning gains on the relationship between relatedness and satisfaction; and (5) task strategies and goal setting contributed most to OSRL’s mediating effects. Our work provides university instructors, online course designers, and online platform providers with new insights into the importance of supporting undergraduate students’ OSRL (particularly task strategies and goal setting) via developing social connections for improving their perceived learning gains and satisfaction in online learning environments.
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- Xiaohua Zhou
- Department of Curriculum and Instruction & Centre for Learning Sciences and Technologies, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong S.A.R., China
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- Department of Curriculum and Instruction & Centre for Learning Sciences and Technologies, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong S.A.R., China
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- Department of Curriculum and Instruction & Centre for Learning Sciences and Technologies, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong S.A.R., China
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- Faculty of Education, Guangxi Normal University, Guangxi, China
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Wu XV, Chi Y, Panneer Selvam U, Devi MK, Wang W, Chan YS, Wee FC, Zhao S, Sehgal V, Ang NKE. A Clinical Teaching Blended Learning Program to Enhance Registered Nurse Preceptors' Teaching Competencies: Pretest and Posttest Study. J Med Internet Res 2020; 22:e18604. [PMID: 32329743 PMCID: PMC7210493 DOI: 10.2196/18604] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/09/2020] [Revised: 03/26/2020] [Accepted: 03/26/2020] [Indexed: 11/13/2022] Open
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Background Clinical nursing education provides opportunities for students to learn in multiple patient care settings, receive appropriate guidance, and foster the development of clinical competence and professionalism. Nurse preceptors guide students to integrate theory into practice, teach clinical skills, assess clinical competencies, and enhance problem-solving and critical thinking skills. Previous research has indicated that the teaching competencies of nurse preceptors can be transferred to students’ clinical learning to enhance their clinical competencies. Objective This study aimed to develop a clinical teaching blended learning (CTBL) program with the aid of web-based clinical pedagogy (WCP) and case-based learning for nurse preceptors and to examine the effectiveness of the CTBL program on nurse preceptors’ clinical teaching competencies, self-efficacies, attitudes toward web-based learning, and blended learning outcomes. Methods A quasi-experimental single-group pretest and posttest design was adopted. A total of 150 nurse preceptors participated in the CTBL program, which was conducted from September 2019 to December 2019. A set of questionnaires, including the clinical teaching competence inventory, preceptor self-efficacy questionnaire, attitudes toward web-based continuing learning survey, and e-learning experience questionnaire, was used to assess the outcomes before and after the CTBL program. Results Compared with the baseline, the participants had significantly higher total mean scores and subdomain scores for clinical teaching competence (mean 129.95, SD 16.38; P<.001), self-efficacy (mean 70.40, SD 9.35; P<.001), attitudes toward web-based continuing learning (mean 84.68, SD 14.76; P<.001), and blended learning outcomes (mean 122.13, SD 14.86; P<.001) after the CTBL program. Conclusions The CTBL program provides a comprehensive coverage of clinical teaching pedagogy and assessment strategies. The combination of the WCP and case-based approach provides a variety of learning modes to fit into the diverse learning needs of the preceptors. The CTBL program allows the preceptors to receive direct feedback from the facilitators during face-to-face sessions. Preceptors also gave feedback that the web-based workload is manageable. This study provides evidence that the CTBL program increases the clinical teaching competencies and self-efficacies of the preceptors and promotes positive attitudes toward web-based learning and better blended learning outcomes. The health care organization can consider the integration of flexible learning and intellect platforms for preceptorship education.
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- Xi Vivien Wu
- Alice Lee Centre for Nursing Studies, Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, National University of Singapore, Singapore, Singapore
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- Alice Lee Centre for Nursing Studies, Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, National University of Singapore, Singapore, Singapore
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- Department of Education and Practice, Nursing Service, Tan Tock Seng Hospital, Singapore, Singapore
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- Alice Lee Centre for Nursing Studies, Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, National University of Singapore, Singapore, Singapore
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- Alice Lee Centre for Nursing Studies, Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, National University of Singapore, Singapore, Singapore
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- Alice Lee Centre for Nursing Studies, Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, National University of Singapore, Singapore, Singapore
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- Department of Education and Practice, Nursing Service, Tan Tock Seng Hospital, Singapore, Singapore
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- School of Computing, National University of Singapore, Singapore, Singapore
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- University of California Berkeley, Berkeley, CA, United States
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- Alice Lee Centre for Nursing Studies, Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, National University of Singapore, Singapore, Singapore
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