Effective Educational Tool Research Articles

The systems method as an educative tool for sustainable architecture design on the example of solar building design

The following article discusses the systems method as an educative tool for teaching sustainable architecture, including environmental design. Based on this method, a systemic model was created which provided a pillar of the learning process that concluded with a solar building project. This method offered a holistic view of the issues of pro-environmental design and led to an understanding of the relationship between the urban scale and the scale of the building. This aspect was considered crucial in teaching sustainable development architecture.The systems method has been recently used in China as a part of an environmental design course which only lasted for forty-eight lesson hours. The method proved to be an effective educational tool that enabled the obtaining of satisfactory design effects in such a short period of time. Additionally, the method was successful in conditions of cultural and linguistic barriers and a lack of prior preparation of students in the field of architectural design. The created systems model determined a precisely defined path for the teaching process in advance, as the specified issues included only those that were needed to achieve the set project goals. This approach resulted in the optimisation of teaching time, while ensuring the completeness of the assumed results.Experience gained from the didactic process leads to the conclusions that the systems method can be an adequate educative tool for solving multidisciplinary problems. Based on the example of solar building design, a systems method made it possible to indicate three main external factors that influence the design: macro-scale urban elements (district scale), micro-scale urban development (housing estate) and climatic conditions. The article also presents the possibilities of transforming the system model, in order to facilitate its more universal application, with reference to such issues as the topic of classes, as well as to the required scope and level of detail of the design task.

The ePortfolio in UK cardiology training: time for a new digital platform?

The UK cardiology specialist training programme utilises the National Health Service (NHS) e-Portfolio to ensure adequate progression is being made during a trainees' career. The NHS e-portfolio has been used for 15 years, but many questions remain regarding its perceived learning value and usefulness for trainees and trainers. This qualitative study in the recent pre-COVID era explored the perceived benefits of the NHS e-Portfolio with cardiology trainees and trainers in two UK training deaneries. Questionnaires were sent to 66 trainees and to 50 trainers. 50% of trainees felt that their development had benefited from use of the ePortfolio. 61% of trainees found it an effective educational tool, and 25% of trainees and 39% of trainers found the ePortfolio useful for highlighting their strengths and weaknesses. 75% of trainees viewed workplace based assessments as a means to passing the ARCP. The results show that the NHS ePortfolio and workplace based assessments were perceived negatively by some trainees and trainers alike, with many feeling that significant improvements need to be made. In light of the progress and acceptance of digital technology and communication in the current COVID-19 era, it is likely to be the time for the development of a new optimal digital training platform for cardiology trainees and trainers. The specialist societies could help develop a more speciality specific learning and development tool.

Impact of a psychodermatological education package on the subjective distress, family burden, and quality of life among the primary caregivers of children affected with epidermolysis bullosa

Background:Epidermolysis bullosa (EB) has profound effect on the subjective distress, family burden, and quality of life (QOL) of the primary caregivers (PCG). Knowledgeable PCG can efficiently manage children with these skin diseases and also improve their QOL.Objectives:To assess the subjective distress, family burden, and QOL, to develop and assess the short-term effectiveness of a psycho-dermatological education package (PDEP) for the PCG of children with EB.Methods:In this interventional study, 30 PCG of EB were assessed for subjective distress, family burden, and QOL. PDEP, a structured educational tool explaining the disease and its care and stress management, was developed by the authors for the PCG and administered to them after one month of enrolment. They were reassessed after three months and compared with the baseline assessment scores. For comparison, 37 PCG of CI were also studied.Results:The mean age (years) of the subjects was 28.7 ± 6.7 for EB and 30.5 ± 4.6 for CI. The mean or median (range) baseline scores for subjective distress, family burden and QOL of PCG (n = 20) of EB were 8.4 ± 7.9, 6.5 (0-30); 28.5 ± 17.5, 24 (7-77) and 12.6 ± 6.7, 11.5 (4-28) and for PCG (n = 14) of CI were 12 ± 4.3, 38.9 ± 16.2 and 17.7 ± 3.6 respectively. The PDEP improved the QOL (p = 0.01), knowledge (p < 0.01) and practices (p < 0.001) for PCG of EB and it improved subjective distress (p < 0.001), QOL (p < 0.01) and knowledge (p < 0.01) for PCG of CI.Conclusions:PDEP is an effective educational tool in improving the QOL and knowledge of PCG, which in turn provides efficient management and psychological support to children affected with EB and CI. It should, therefore, be routinely used for educating the PCG of children with EB and CI.

What digital marketing strategies: Promoting international higher education

In recent years the competition between higher educational institutions in recruiting international students has significantly increased. The universities and polytechnics are working on establishing their reputation, increasing trust and attracting more prospective students. Due to this reason, higher educational institutions have to improve and develop their marketing strategies. Digital marketing is identified as one of the most powerful tools in promoting educational services (Camilleri, 2020; Dhote, et al., 2015; Fierro, et al., 2017; Kusumawati, 2019; Sawlani &amp; Susilo, 2020; Shields &amp; Peruta, 2018; Zhu, 2019). Considering the global educational marketing situation and the increased demand for international education, this research will address the following question: What digital marketing strategies can be used for promoting international higher education? The following definition digital marketing is understood as an interactive tool used on media platforms to reach potential customers is used in this research (Kannan, 2017; Stephen &amp; Lamberton, 2016). The proposed question covers the subject of digital marketing in the context of higher education with a focus on international students. In the context of this research, the definition of higher education by Cambridge Dictionary (2021) is used. It is defined as education provided by a college or a university where subjects are studied at an advanced level. The objectives of this research were: to firstly, determine the role of digital marketing in higher education, and secondly, to identify digital marketing tools used for promoting international higher education. The research conducted by Mishina (2021) identified that promoting online language education via social media platforms to be an effective digital marketing tool in higher education. A more detailed analysis of several social networks which could be used as a marketing tool will be presented. The reviewed literature focuses on digital marketing frameworks, specific social media platforms, and how they can be most effectively used. Most of the chosen articles describe digital marketing tools which are used by universities and polytechnics in the European and English-speaking countries, which host most international universities (Times Higher Education, 2021). A literature review process was used to firstly, identify and analyse the role of digital marketing in higher education, and secondly, review platform-based marketing strategies in higher education with a detailed analysis of social networks.

An Original Educational Algorithm Assessing the Behaviours of Angular Frequency Deviations of a Multimachine System in Small Signal Analysis

The paper presents a fully self-implementable algorithm that has demonstrated to be an effective tool for power education at the University of Padova-Department of Industrial Engineering. It deals with the small signal analysis of the electromechanical transients of a multimachine system. The algorithm allows analytically building both the state matrix and the input matrix. Moreover, by exploiting the matrix exponential, the angular frequency deviations of synchronous generators can be computed and plotted so to help students to evaluate transient stability. Besides the full exposition of the algorithm, the paper presents a comparison between a self-implemented linearized dynamic in Matlab environment and the dynamic simulation obtained by the commercial software DIgSILENT PowerFactory.

Воспитательно-образовательный потенциал традиционных промыслово-охотничьих игр лесных ненцев

and educational potential of traditional fishing and hunting games. This study provides an analysis of the games of the Forest Nenets people described in previously published studies. The author analyses the classification of the Forest Nenets’ games suggested by the other authors. The author suggests his own classification believing that it reflects pedagogical and educational impact on the child’s and adult’s organism in a more sophisticated way. The study describes the multifunctional orientation of the traditional hunting games in terms of their universality in the vital activities of children and teenagers. Objective: to determine, describe and in some cases to reconstruct the traditional fishing and hunting games of the Forest Nenets people, as well as to reveal their pedagogical and educational potential. Research materials: the author in the work relied on the information on the games of the forest Nenets people contained in published sources, as well as own field materials of the author collected in Nizhnevartovsky District of Khanty-Mansiysk Autonomous Okrug – Yugra (the Agan Forest Nenets people). Results and novelty of the research: the scientific novelty of the study consists in the following facts: the traditional games of the forest Nenets of a fishing and hunting nature are identified, and in some cases reconstructed; their content is most fully described; the pedagogical and educational potential of these games is revealed; the comparison of the presented games with the games of other northern ethnic groups of the Russian Federation is presented; a differentiated classification of traditional games of the Forest Nenets is proposed. It was revealed that the fishing and hunting games of the Forest Nenets acted as an effective pedagogical and educational tool that allows the subject to overcome the psychophysical difficulties, to acquire certain motor skills and skills.

Perception of E-learning among undergraduate medical and dental students during COVID-19 pandemic - A cross-sectional study

Background: E-learning is a method of formalized teaching with the help of electronic resources. This system has come to rescue for the continuity of medical and dental education in India following COVID-19 pandemic and lock down. Aim and Objectives: The objective of this study was to assess the perception and to determine differences in perception of E-learning during the COVID-19 outbreak among medical and dental students. Materials and Methods: A cross-sectional and questionnaire-based study using online Google form was distributed among the 1st year medical and dental students of a private medical college. The questionnaire had items about the demographic details of the students, general E-learning class information, and 14 five point Likerts scale questions about their perception on E-learning. Perception of E-learning was analyzed using Chi-square test and Mann–Whitney U-test that were used to compare differences in perception between the students and P < 0.05 was considered to be statistically significant. Results: About 85.3% medical students and 100% dental students participated in the study and zoom was the most preferred platform used to deliver E-learning classes. About 53.9% students felt that there is lack of interaction in E-learning class and 75.8% students felt that learning environment is good at college than at homes. Conclusion: E-learning is an effective alternative educational tool to continue teaching at the time of pandemic and lock down. However, there is need for proper implementation, management plans with good assessment techniques, along with adequate training of faculty and students so that it can also be used as a blended learning method in the future.

Developing a Practical Teaching Simulation Software for Ability Certification of Microcontroller Applications

This paper proposes an effective educational training tool used to help students passing the professional competence certification examinations held by TEMI (Taiwan Embedded Microcontroller Development Institute) association. In order to help students passing the certificate qualification examinations, the developed educational training tool allows users to simulate both discipline and technical subjects of three types of microcontroller application professional competence certification examinations, including microcontroller, digital logical circuitry design, and welding circuitry certificates. The proposed simulation platform can allow students to learn wireless remote-control robots, tracking self-propelled vehicles, digital circuit design, and electronic component de-soldering/soldering related technology, respectively. In this paper, the developed practical educational training tool utilizes Visual Basic and C# programming languages as the development tools for developing three types of main control circuit board ability certifications and the discipline ability certification training simulation platform. In addition, the designed teaching tool aims at guiding students on their hands-on experience to inspire students' interest in microcontroller related application technology and enhance students' learning effects. The proposed simulation tool has been used as the learning exploration with the students at Kao Yuan University in Kaohsiung City, Taiwan. According to the experimental results, this paper can provide three contributions. First, it can increase the passing rates of obtaining three types of microcontroller application professional competence certification examinations. Second, it can assist teachers in understanding students' learning performance, thereby proposing related effective and efficient teaching strategies. Third, it can increase students' professional skills and employment competitiveness, thereby cultivating more professional and technical talents to meet the needs of the microcontroller application industry.

Development of a virtual reality clinically oriented temporal bone anatomy module with randomised control study of three-dimensional display technology

ObjectiveTo investigate the effectiveness of a virtual reality (VR), three-dimensional (3D) clinically orientated temporal bone anatomy module, including an assessment of different display technologies.MethodsA clinically orientated, procedural and interactive anatomy...

Increased Female Athlete Triad Knowledge Among Collegiate Dancers Following a Brief Educational Video Intervention.

The female athlete triad (triad) is prevalent among aesthetic athletes, including dancers. However, there is limited research regarding triad knowledge or triad educational interventions among collegiate dancers. This study was intended to help correct that shortage. Participants (N = 24) completed two questionnaires: one assessed demographics, triad risk, and disordered eating (DE) risk; the other measured triad knowledge before and after viewing a 10-minute triad video. Twenty-seven percent of participants were found to be at risk for DE, 27% were at risk for the triad, and 8% were at risk for both. Significant improvements in triad knowledge were observed following the educational video; 4.08 ± 1.83 pre-intervention to 6.75 ± 0.09 post-intervention out of a possible 7, p < 0.001. There were no differences in triad knowledge when comparing freshmen and sophomores to juniors, seniors, and graduate students. This research confirms that triad education should be a continuous component of collegiate dancers' curricula to promote their overall health and wellness, and that the triad video can be an effective educational tool for supporting that goal.

Mentoring Medical Students Towards Oncology: Results from a Pilot Multi-institutional Mentorship Programme

The mounting global cancer burden has generated an increasing demand for oncologists to join the workforce. Yet, students report limited oncology exposure in undergraduate medical curricula, while undergraduate oncology mentorships remain underutilised. We established an undergraduate oncology society–led mentorship programme aimed at medical students across several UK universities to increase medical student oncology exposure. We electronically recruited and paired oncologist mentors and medical student mentees and distributed a dedicated questionnaire (pre- and post-mentorship) to compare mentees’ self-reported cancer specialty knowledge and oncology career motivation after undertaking a 6-week mentorship. We also determined students’ interest across specialties and subspecialties and measured mentor availability via percentage programme uptake. Statistical analysis included univariate inferential tests on SPSS software. Twentynine (23.4%) of 124 oncology specialists agreed to become mentors. The mentorship was completed by 30 students across three medical schools: 16 (53.3%) Barts, 10 (33.3%) Birmingham, and 4 (13.3%) King’s; 11 (36.7%) mentored by medical oncologists, 10 (33.3%) by clinical/radiation oncologists, and 9 (30%) by surgical oncologists. The mentorship generated a statically significant increase in students’ knowledge of the multidisciplinary team and all oncology-related specialties including academia/research but not interest towards a career in oncology. Undergraduate oncology mentoring is an effective educational, networking and motivational tool for medical students. Student societies are a valuable asset in cultivating medical student oncology interest by connecting students to faculty and increasing mentor accessibility. Further research should focus on developing an optimal mentorship structure and evaluating long-term outcomes of such educational initiatives.

Scripted tours through a giant inflatable colon: An innovative and effective educational tool in urban communities.

Colorectal cancer (CRC) is the second leading cause of cancer-related death among men and women in the US and mortality rates are increasing among young adults. Although CRC is largely preventable with screening and often curable when detected at an early stage, many age-appropriate individuals remain unscreened or are not currently up-to-date with screening. We aimed to examine the impact of providing guided, scripted tours through an inflatable colon on three domains: CRC knowledge, likelihood of communicating about CRC with others, and the intention to be screened for CRC in a diverse, urban population. The inflatable walk-through colon was exhibited at five community events in Franklin County, Ohio between March 2015 and August 2016. A pre and posttest research design and composite scores were stratified into three age groups (<45years, 45-49years and≥50years of age). Descriptive statistics were used to describe and compare demographic characteristics. Logistic regression was used to examine potential associations between demographic factors and the three outcomes of interest. These tours led to statistically significant increases in CRC knowledge, communication, and intention to undergo CRC screening among participants in all three age cohorts. In addition, the intention of undergo screening after a tour among individuals<45years of age were nearly three times that of those older than 50 (OR=2.66; 95%CI=1.49-4.75). Overall, this study supports the use of scripted tours through an inflatable colon exhibit as a potentially effective intervention to increase age-appropriate CRC screening uptake.

Flipped classroom combined with human anatomy web-based learning system shows promising effects in anatomy education.

Flipped classroom has received much attention in medical education. The aim of this study was to evaluate the efficacy of flipped classroom combing with human anatomy web-based learning system in anatomy education.A total of 89 freshmen in medical specialty were enrolled and randomly allocated into either the experimental group (receiving the flipped classroom with human anatomy web-based learning system, n = 45) or control group (receiving the traditional classroom teaching, n = 44). A pre-quiz and a post-quiz were conducted before and after the classes, respectively. The improvement in scores between groups was compared. A 5-point Likert scale questionnaire was used to evaluate perceptions and experience.The mean pre-quiz scores of the 2 groups were comparable (all P > .05). However, the mean post-quiz score in the experimental group was significantly higher than that in the control group (91.44 ± 6.25 vs 86.13 ± 11.67, P < .05). The results of questionnaires showed that 44 (97.8%) students agreed with flipped classroom combined with human anatomy web-based learning system, 43 (95.6%) students obtained improved study interest in anatomy learning, and 42 (93.3%) students felt that the interactive, applied in-class activities during the class greatly enhanced their learning.Flipped classroom combined with human anatomy web-based learning system can be used as an effective learning tool for anatomy education.

Harnessing the Potential of Storytelling and Mobile Technology in Intangible Cultural Heritage: A Case Study in Early Childhood Education in Sustainability

Digital storytelling can offer multiple benefits both to students and teachers, and new media provide multimodal ways to produce, transmit and communicate stories. In parallel, the need to engage preschool children with the creative use of technology emerges in order to address concerns that arise from the modern way of life and the need to safeguard intangible cultural heritage and to communicate its value for sustainable development. The current study presents an example of digital storytelling utilization in a preschool class to raise awareness on sustainability issues. A linear digital storytelling was created, representing a local myth about watermills, then an educational intervention was conducted, where the myth’s digital representation was used as an educational tool to raise awareness on local cultural heritage and sustainability issues and also as an example to inspire and guide teachers and students to create their own stories. Results showed that the digital storytelling was an effective educational tool to the acquisition of new knowledge and the motivation of preschool children’s interest about the cultural asset of watermills and that the production of digital storytelling is feasible in the class context. These findings prove the potential of digital storytelling and mobile technology by using low-cost devices and applying simple techniques in preschool education.

A study using the low-cost swarm robotics platform spiderino in education

The demand on STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics)-educated and enthusiastic employees is growing continuously. It is well known that the challenge to motivate students for a technical study needs to be taken already during compulsory schooling. Hands-on robotic experiments, referring to a topic that is well-known and connected to many future technology concepts, are one possibility to increase the attractiveness of technological applications. Many platforms have already been developed and used in education, including humanoid robots (e.g., the NAO robot), swarm robotic platforms (e.g., the e-Puck or the Spiderino) and the LEGO Mindstorm series. The Spiderino robot, being an autonomous robot build upon a toy robot platform, offers an excellent possibility, also in fusing different types of technological domains: 3D printing, robotics, programming, sensors, actuators and swarm intelligence — highly important topics packaged in a toy-like platform.In this work we study the effect of using the Spiderino swarm robotic platform in education. In particular, we applied this platform in a classroom workshop format. We evaluate if this workshop positively influences students on a personal level and increase their interest in STEM subjects, specifically computer science. Therefore, we propose an approach to measure such effects by conducting a quantitative student and a qualitative teacher questionnaire. For that matter, 5 practical workshops, 4 h each, have been done with 69 students, 14 to 18 years old. The results show a remarkable acceptance of using swarm robotic platforms as an effective educational tool: Easy-to-use, entertaining, and increasing motivation to solve tasks have been observed during the interaction between the students and the robot.

High-fidelity simulation versus video-based learning in the management of pediatric septic shock: a pilot study.

High-fidelity simulation (HFS) and video-based learning (VBL) promote competence in acute care in a realistic and safe environment. These two modalities have not been compared in pediatric emergency situations. Interns rotating in the pediatric department were randomized for the two educational methods. The delivered learning subject was septic shock in children. The level of knowledge was measured before intervention, immediately after intervention (post-test 1) and 1week later (post-test 2). Knowledge test scores improved significantly following intervention in both VBL study group and HFS study group (71.5 ± 13.2 [39.0-88.0], p < 0.001 and 80.1 ± 10.3 [57.4-94.5], p < 0.001, respectively). The improvement was significantly higher in HFS study group (p = 0.04). There was a non-significant drop in the retention score evaluated by the post-test 2 in the two groups compared to the post-test 1 score (66.9 ± 15.4 [31.5-86.1], p = 0.17 and 78.8 ± 12.4 [56.0-100.0], p = 0.72 in the VBL and HFS study groups, respectively). The retention score was significantly higher in the HFS group (p = 0.04).Conclusion: High-fidelity simulation and video-based training are both effective educational methods in teaching pediatric emergencies for interns. HFS appears to be superior in enhancing short-term retention. What is Known: • High-fidelity simulation is an effective educational tool to improve learners' knowledge and skills. • Video-based learning is an effective teaching tool in terms of short-term knowledge acquisition. What is New: • High-fidelity simulation is more effective in terms of short-term knowledge and generated more satisfaction than educational video learning.

The Effectiveness of the Foodbot Factory Mobile Serious Game on Increasing Nutrition Knowledge in Children.

The interactive and engaging nature of serious games (i.e., video games designed for educational purposes) enables deeper learning and facilitates behavior change; however, most do not specifically support the dissemination of national dietary guidelines, and there are limited data on their impact on child nutrition knowledge. The Foodbot Factory serious game mobile application was developed to support school children in learning about Canada’s Food Guide; however, its impacts on nutrition knowledge have not been evaluated. The objective of this study was to determine if Foodbot Factory effectively improves children’s knowledge of Canada’s Food Guide, compared to a control group (control app). This study was a single-blinded, parallel, randomized controlled pilot study conducted among children ages 8–10 years attending Ontario Tech University day camps. Compared to the control group (n = 34), children who used Foodbot Factory (n = 39) had significant increases in overall nutrition knowledge (10.3 ± 2.9 to 13.5 ± 3.8 versus 10.2 ± 3.1 to 10.4 ± 3.2, p < 0.001), and in Vegetables and Fruits (p < 0.001), Protein Foods (p < 0.001), and Whole Grain Foods (p = 0.040) sub-scores. No significant difference in knowledge was observed in the Drinks sub-score. Foodbot Factory has the potential to be an effective educational tool to support children in learning about nutrition.

PRAGMATIC CONCEPTUALIZATIONS OF HISTORICAL MEMORY IN THE PROBLEM FIELD OF POLITICAL EDUCATION

Summary. The purpose of the article is to outline the functional potential of historical memory and analyze its role in the practices and strategies of political education of youth. The methodological basis of research serve as key principles of scientific knowledge: scientific, systematic, historical and pluralism. The article uses such methods as: problem-chronological, systemic and structural, logical and analytical, empirical and theoretical. The scientific novelty. It has been proved that recourse to historical memory can be an effective tool for political education and upbringing of young people, but it directly depends on the goals set by the state and government. Conclusions. The article identifies the features of political education in Ukraine and analyzes the impact on this process of the main components of historical memory, its socio-cultural and spiritual space. The process of political education is multifaceted in purpose, objectives, content, forms, methods and techniques. The implementation of political education, taking into account the pragmatism of historical memory as its relevant component, requires updating the content and methods of studying social sciences and humanities and creating a system of political education and upbringing in the state. Among the characteristic features of historical memory that determine its pragmatic conceptualizations are its emotional coloration and selectivity. The pragmatic orientation of historical memory determines the choice of current historical figures and events. In this way, the heroes of the national-state version of history are personalities who are a kind of symbols of the formation and establishment of statehood.

Serology Curriculum for Residents Using Online, Case-Based Simulation Modules

Abstract Background Although serology concepts are a frequent topic of examination for Pathology trainees, serology education is challenging, in part, because the performance of serologic tests may occur in different laboratories (immunology, microbiology, or chemistry.) Serology educational topics and curriculums may be eclipsed by topics concerning the larger laboratory in which serology resides. We developed a one-week standalone curriculum in which residents were given four case-based vignettes to solve and discuss with a faculty member, eight online case-based simulation modules, and bench time in the laboratory with medical laboratory scientists performing serological tests (RPR, VDRL, hepatitis, and HIV). Objectives To evaluate the advantages and educational utility of online modules as adjuncts to other modalities used during a standalone serology rotation. Methods The online modules are housed within an e-learning Portal. Residents were asked to print the certificate of completion for the eight modules assigned at the end of the week. A survey of the week-long rotation was given to the residents one week and up to 2 months after the rotation. Residents could complete the survey anonymously. Results Twenty-three first-year residents (representing a 3-year period) presented completion certificates for the online modules, but only 10 (43.5%) responded to the survey. The average percentage of correct answers for online modules ranged from 73% for the HIV module to 88% for the hepatitis B module. The number of residents with scores below 80% was highest for the Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) and Cryptococcus modules (8 and 9 residents scoring &amp;lt;80% respectively) and lowest for hepatitis B and toxoplasmosis modules (2 and 3 respectively). On the survey, residents stated that they had repeated the online modules between 1 and 4 times, with an average of 1 to 2 attempts. Although there was not a specific module rated as the most enjoyable, the toxoplasmosis and EBV modules were picked by 3 out of 10 residents as his or her favorite. There was no consensus on which module was subjectively easiest or most difficult, nor which was the least enjoyed. The majority of the residents (7/10) found the online modules helpful and all ten residents stated that they learned more after completion of the online modules as the modules reinforced (6/10) concepts important to serologic testing. Conclusions The online, case-based simulation modules are an effective addition to a serology curriculum that includes case-based discussions and time spent in the laboratory participating in test performance. The online modules are an effective educational tool because they reinforce learning and provide additional structure to the serology curriculum.

Web-Based Virtual Learning Environment for Medicine Administration in Pediatrics and Neonatology: Content Evaluation.

BackgroundWorldwide, patient safety has been a widely discussed topic and has currently become one of the greatest challenges for health institutions. This concern is heightened when referring to children.ObjectiveThe goal of this study was to develop a virtual learning environment for medication administration, as a tool to facilitate the training process of undergraduate nursing students.MethodsDescriptive research and methodological development with a quantitative and qualitative approach were used with stages of design-based research as methodological strategies. For the development of the virtual environment, 5 themes were selected: rights of medication administration, medication administration steps, medication administration routes, medication calculation, and nonpharmacological actions for pain relief. After development, 2 groups—expert judges in the field of pediatrics and neonatology for environment validation and undergraduate nursing students for the assessment—were used to assess the virtual learning environment. For the validation of the virtual learning environment by expert judges, the content validity index was used, and for the evaluation of the students, the percentage of agreement was calculated.ResultsThe study included 13 experts who positively validated the virtual environment with a content validity index of 0.97, and 26 students who considered the content suitable for nursing students, although some adjustments are necessary.ConclusionsThe results show the benefit of the virtual learning environment to the training of nursing students and professional nurses who work in health care. It is an effective educational tool for teaching medication administration in pediatrics and neonatology and converges with the conjectures of active methodologies.