More Nurses Learning Online
Nov 29th, 2008
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According to recent studies, a growing number of nurses are completing continuing education classes online.
The Independent reports:
"Given the difficulties around accessing time to train, many CPD providers offer a flexible approach to learning. "These professionals are busy, so it's important they can take the learning at their own pace," says Dr Warren Turner, assistant dean of the University of Derby. "We've also tried to offer as many modules as we can in e-learning or distance learning format, and the third thing we stress is the importance of work-based learning. So if a nurse is doing a piece of work anyway with specific learning outcomes, we'll negotiate an individual learning contract with them, which may contribute to a module."
Online learning gives nurses a way to complete their coursework without interrupting their often hectic work schedules. Nurses don't always have the time to commit to a traditional class. But, with online learning, they're able to improve their skills any time there's a spare minute.
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