title: E-learning benefits nurse education and helps shape students' professional identity.
abstract: E-learning is increasingly used in nurse education and practice development. This method can enhance learning opportunities for students and qualified nurses. This article examines the features of this technology and the ways in which it can be harnessed to maximise learning opportunities.
authors.affiliation: University of Edinburgh.
authors.forename: Karen
authors.initials: K
authors.lastname: McKenzie
authors.forename: Aja
authors.initials: A
authors.lastname: Murray
mesh_terms: D020375:Education, Distance; D004506:Education, Nursing; D006801:Humans; D020407:Internet; D012933:Social Identification; D013338:Students, Nursing / Q000523:psychology; D006113:United Kingdom; D014584:User-Computer Interface