Transitioning a classroom-based RN-BSN program to the Web.
Many schools of nursing are transitioning traditional and broadcast registered nurse to bachelor of science in nursing programs to the Web. A variety of options exists when placing material on the Web for nursing programs. Some challenges include having adequate numbers of faculty to implement Web-based education; student access to adequate and available computer and broadband technology; faculty readiness and development; and resources needed for a smooth transition. The authors discuss these challenges and some options for making the transition to a Web-based delivery method.
Richard
Patricia L
PL
School of Nursing, University Of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston, TX, USA. plrichar@utmb.edu
Mercer
Zena B
ZB
Bray
Christell O
CO
D003199:Computer Systems; D020375:Education, Distance; D004508:Education, Nursing, Baccalaureate / Q000458:organization & administration*; D005181:Faculty, Nursing; D006801:Humans; D020407:Internet; D009936:Organizational Innovation; D013192:Staff Development; D013781:Texas