Evaluating vSim for Nursing®: A multisite research collaboration in nursing education

Abstract

Virtual simulation is the next step in utilizing simulation as a teaching pedagogy. This multi-site, mixed-method, quasi-experimental study evaluated the effectiveness and student satisfaction of vSim for Nursing in an Adult Health Nursing course. Students indicated vSim was effective in understanding course concepts and provided a positive experiential learning experience.

Description

44th Biennial Convention 2017 Theme: Influence Through Action: Advancing Global Health, Nursing, and Midwifery.

Authors

Rebecca H. Newton
Renee R. Wright
Elizabeth A. Tinnon

Author Details

Rebecca H. Newton, DNP, MSN, BSN, Department of Collaborative Nursing Care, University of Southern Mississippi, College of Nursing, Hattiesburg, Mississippi, USA; Renee R. Wright, EdD, Nursing, York College, CUNY, Jamaica, New York, USA; Elizabeth A. Tinnon, PhD, MSN, BSN, Department of Collaborative Nursing Care, University of Southern Mississippi College of Nursing, Hattiesburg, Mississippi, USA

Sigma Membership

Gamma Lambda

Lead Author Affiliation

The University of Southern Mississippi, Hattiesburg, Mississippi, USA

Type

Poster

Format Type

Text-based Document

Study Design/Type

Quasi-Experimental Study, Other

Research Approach

Mixed/Multi Method Research

Keywords:

Digital Learners, Nursing Education, Virtual Simulation

Recommended Citation

Newton, Rebecca H.; Wright, Renee R.; and Tinnon, Elizabeth A., "Evaluating vSim for Nursing®: A multisite research collaboration in nursing education" (2017). Convention. 377.
https://www.sigmarepository.org/convention/2017/posters_2017/377

Conference Name

44th Biennial Convention

Conference Host

Sigma Theta Tau International

Conference Location

Indianapolis, Indiana, USA

Conference Year

2017

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Acquisition

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