Evaluation of the Current Challenges of Nursing Students about Online Nursing Education at Kurdistan Region in Iraq

Abstract

Background: During the COVID-19 Pandemic, the vast majority of educational organizations have been closed and faced different levels of challenges when online education is adopted as an alternative teaching approach, in this context an urgent nursing-specific E-Pedagogy method is required.

Aims of the study: Evaluate the current challenges of nursing students about online nursing education through web-based courses, programs, online examinations, and quizzes.

Methodology: A descriptive study, using an evaluation approach, conducted in 25 \ September \ 2020 to 11 \ April \ 2021. and carried out at two Colleges of Nursing in Kurdistan Region of Iraq, a sample of (80) undergraduate nursing students is recruited in the aforementioned colleges using the non-probability sampling approach to gather a convenient sample. A self-report questionnaire is developed of the literature, for the evaluation process.

Results: Indicate that the proportion of students who show difficulties is equal to two-fifths of the total sample while only some of the students demonstrate preparedness and interest in online education.

Conclusion: The majority of the participants show various degrees of challenges and difficulties about online nursing education, and these challenges vary of one college to another.

Recommendations: The faculty members should be well trained for the implementation of online nursing education for the benefit of students learning improvement