Faculty and student experiences with Web-based discussion groups in a large lecture setting.
The exchange of ideas in a discussion format is a more effective way of developing critical thinking in students than a traditional lecture format. Although research has shown that discussion groups are more effective for developing skills in application, analysis, and synthesis of content, it is difficult to implement in a large lecture setting. The author discusses how computer discussion groups were incorporated into a class of 117 nursing students.
Harden
Janet Kula
JK
Wayne State University, Detroit, Mich 48202, USA. jharden@wayne.edu
D001291:Attitude of Health Personnel; D003142:Communication; D003194:Computer-Assisted Instruction / Q000379:methods*; D004508:Education, Nursing, Baccalaureate / Q000379:methods*; D034742:Electronic Mail / Q000458:organization & administration*; D005181:Faculty, Nursing; D006801:Humans; D007400:Interprofessional Relations; D015402:Nursing Education Research; D015397:Program Evaluation; D013338:Students, Nursing / Q000523:psychology*