Journal Club Article: Breytenbach, C., ten Ham-Baloyi, W., & Jordan, P. J. (2017). An Integrative Literature Review of Evidence-Based Teaching Strategies for Nurse Educators. Nursing Education Perspectives, 38(4), 193-197. [abstract]
Keywords: Evidence-Based Teaching; integrative review; teaching; nurse educator.
Background
Evidence-based teaching strategies in nursing education are fundamental to promote an in-depth understanding of information. The teaching strategies of nurse educators should be based on sound evidence or best practice.
Method
Integrative literature review of sixteen studies.
Findings
Eight teaching strategies were identified:
- E-learning
- Concept mapping
- Internet-based learning (IBL)
- Web-based learning
- Gaming
- Problem-based learning (PBL)
- Case studies
- Evidence-based learning (EBL)
The following three strategies of concept mapping, IBL and EBL provided the highest level increase in knowledge.
Conclusion
All teaching strategies enhanced the learning experience, but more research is needed. A multi-modal approach to teaching and delivering content is required to suit the content, situation and learner.
Reference
Breytenbach, C., ten Ham-Baloyi, W., & Jordan, P. J. (2017). An Integrative Literature Review of Evidence-Based Teaching Strategies for Nurse Educators. Nursing Education Perspectives, 38(4), 193-197. [abstract]