Innovations.docx C-359 Educational Innovation: Adaptive Learning Technology Department

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Innovations.docx C-359 Educational Innovation: Adaptive Learning Technology Department of Nursing, Western Governors University C359: Future Directions in Contemporary Learning and Education Intr... oduction Nursing is a field that is constantly changing due to new technologies and never-ending research focused on improving patient outcomes. Nursing educators are included in these changes. Nurse educators must prepare student nurses for the levels of technology and change currently present in the profession. By using newly available technology to assist in teaching, nurse educators can ensure that future nurses are well-prepared for future practice. A. Adaptive Learning Technologies Adaptive learning technology (ALT) can be defined as educational technologies that provide personalized feedback and support in real-time base on the students interactions with the technology [ CITATION EdS16 \l 1033 ]. While this definition provides a basis for evaluating a tool to discern whether or not it is considered a true adaptive technology, many different formats, platforms, and uses can be included in the term [ CITATION EdS16 \l 1033 ]. For higher education, some programs have utilized specific platforms to address specific needs. Two programs utilizing adaptive learning technologies will be discussed below. A1. Two Organizations Utilizing Adaptive Learning Technology The University of North Carolina at Wilmington (UNC-W) School of Nursing conducted a pilot of adaptive learning technology utili. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . .. .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . [Show More]

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