title: Incorporating electronic-based and computer-based strategies: graduate nursing courses in administration.
abstract: The use of electronic technology allows faculty to improve their course offerings. Four graduate courses in nursing administration were contemporized to incorporate fundamental computer-based skills that would be expected of graduates in the work setting. Principles of adult learning offered a philosophical foundation that guided course development and revision. Course delivery strategies included computer-assisted instructional modules, e-mail interactive discussion groups, and use of the electronic classroom. Classroom seminar discussions and two-way interactive video conferencing focused on group resolution of problems derived from employment settings and assigned readings. Using these electronic technologies, a variety of courses can be revised to accommodate the learners' needs.
authors.affiliation: Department of Acute Nursing Care, University of Texas Health Science Center San Antonio, 78284, USA.
authors.forename: E
authors.initials: E
authors.lastname: Graveley
authors.forename: J T
authors.initials: JT
authors.lastname: Fullerton
mesh_terms: D003197:Computer Literacy; D003479:Curriculum; D004511:Education, Nursing, Graduate / Q000458:organization & administration*; D006801:Humans; D014481:United States