Creating a Global Community of Learners in Nursing and Beyond: Caring Science, Mindful Practice MOOC.

作者信息

Sitzman Kathleen L, Jensen Andrea, Chan Sang

机构信息

About the Authors Kathleen L. Sitzman, PhD, RN, CNE, ANEF, is a professor, East Carolina University College of Nursing, Greenville, North Carolina. Andrea Jensen, MS, is director of eLearning, Center for Instructional and Institutional Effectiveness, Weber State University, Ogden, Utah. Sang Chan, PhD, is instructional designer, Center for Instructional and Institutional Effectiveness, Weber State University, Ogden, Utah.

出版信息

Nurs Educ Perspect. 2016 Sep/Oct;37(5):269-274. doi: 10.1097/01.NEP.0000000000000062.

DOI:10.1097/01.NEP.0000000000000062

PMID:27740558

Abstract

AIM

The aim was to examine the usefulness of a massive open online course (MOOC) on caring and mindfulness to a broad international audience that included nurses, allied health professionals, and others.

BACKGROUND

MOOCs in higher education have been evident since 2008. Very few MOOCs on nursing topics have appeared since that time. Exploration was needed regarding how MOOCs could be employed to share nursing knowledge with national and international communities.

METHOD

Two "Caring Science, Mindful Practice" MOOC sessions were examined. Demographics, learner satisfaction, course flow, and perceived usefulness of content were analyzed.

RESULTS

Learners from varied backgrounds participated. Higher than expected course activity levels and completion rates suggested effective learner engagement. Excellent course ratings demonstrated that content and delivery methods were effective. Active learners communicated specific plans to apply new knowledge in the future.