Virtual Learning Environments (VLEs) are used more in the classroom as a learning tool for student nurses. Which should the instructor keep in mind when preparing to use the VLE with a new group of students?
A) Allowing learners to practice new skills without fear of harm to themselves or others
B) Difficulty navigating in a classroom setting
C) Difficulty creating measurable objectives for its use
D) Intimidating to contemporary student nurses
A) Allowing learners to practice new skills without fear of harm to themselves or others
Explanation: A) VLEs provide consistent instruction in a safe environment, thereby allowing learners to practice new skills without fear of harm to themselves or others.
B) VLEs are becoming more user-friendly with the benefits outweighing the time spent learning how to incorporate the simulation in a classroom setting.
C) Faculty can create measurable objectives for any learning activity.
D) Today's student nurses have been working with computers and simulations since preschool. The students are comfortable with this technology.
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