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E-portfolio functional requirements for the final semester baccalaureate practicum course: A qualitative research study

Chang, C.-P., Lee, T.-T., Mills, M. E., & Hsieh, Y.-P. (2019). E-portfolio functional requirements for the final semester baccalaureate practicum course: A qualitative research study. Journal of Professional Nursing, 35(5), 405–411. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.profnurs.2019.04.004

Abstract: Background

The purpose of the nursing practicum course is to enable students to integrate cognitive, psychomotor, and affective skills into professional competencies prior to clinical work. With advances in information technology, e-portfolio focusing on individualized learning, reflection, and self-management has received positive consideration. The nursing profession has since adopted it as part of nursing education.
Purpose

This study explored the needs and perceptions of students in a baccalaureate nursing program regarding the use of e-portfolio in the final semester practicum course.
Method

This study used semi-structured focus group interviews and applied the principles of content analysis to interview content.
Results

Four key research themes were revealed: (1) anticipated functions achieved, (2) ease of uploading data and showcasing learning results (3) functionality extensions to enhance mobile learning, and (4) policy guidelines for mandatory use and plagiarism prevention.
Conclusion

E-portfolio assists in integrating knowledge, practical skills, and achievement recognition into the learning process. The use of e-portfolio with upgrades can enable learning of clinical competencies by students in preparation for clinical nursing practice.