Bachelor nursing students’ perceptions of a blended-learning unit on leg ulcers during the COVID-19 pandemic

Abstract

To face teaching challenges during COVID-19, a new three-step blended learning pedagogical scenario for leg ulcers was developed combining e-learning, theoretical seminars and workshops. The aim of this survey is to explore students' perceptions of the three-step learning unit presented during the COVID-19 pandemic. MethodAn online anonymous survey comprising five Likert scale questions and two open-ended questions was sent to the 151 participating nursing students. Quantitative data were analysed with descriptive statistics, and qualitative data were addressed using thematic analysis. ResultsA total of 68 students participated in this survey. The students reported that the newly developed threestep unit promoted their learning. The allocated time for the e-learning was, for 20 (29%) students, insufficient. The qualitative data demonstrated the benefits of studying in small groups and using e-learning as well as following a structured learning program. Workshops led by clinical nurse specialists and the use of adapted wound care materials were reported as essential. ConclusionStudents appreciate this three-step blended-learning unit. Small groups led by clinical specialists promote a positive learning environment. Further research is needed to evaluate the effectiveness of this approach.All authors were responsible and accountable for all parts of this project and participated in the data analyses. More specifically, PB started the development of this project. PB and CMT developed and designed the e-learning. LuC, CG and PB developed the workshops. LaCa and SP provided feedback and significant input on the project and workshops.