Distance learning in nursing.
OBJECTIVE
To inform oncology nurses about distance-learning technologies and to offer suggestions for how nurses can locate, appropriately select, and use distance learning to their benefit.


METHODS
Published articles, research studies, and review articles pertaining to distance education and learning in nursing.


CONCLUSIONS
Distance learning offers new opportunities for nurses who are seeking basic or advanced degrees, certificates, or lifelong learning for professional development.


CONCLUSIONS
Oncology nursing practice is a dynamic specialty and requires the nurse to be a lifelong learner. Distance learning facilitates this requirement.
Indiana University School of Nursing, Center for Teaching and Lifelong Learning, 1111 Middle Dr, Indianapolis, IN 46202, USA.
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Billings
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Ward
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D002568:Certification; D003194:Computer-Assisted Instruction / Q000379:methods*; D020375:Education, Distance / Q000458:organization & administration*; D004509:Education, Nursing, Continuing / Q000458:organization & administration; D004511:Education, Nursing, Graduate / Q000458:organization & administration; D006801:Humans; D020407:Internet / Q000458:organization & administration*; D009859:Oncology Nursing / Q000193:education*; D013685:Telecommunications / Q000458:organization & administration*