Attitude and Satisfaction of Undergraduate Nursing Students in Cairo University Toward Usage of Blackboard Learning Management System

Document Type : Original Article

Authors

Lecturer, Community Health Department, Faculty of Nursing, Cairo University, Cairo, Egypt

Abstract

Background: Blackboard learning management systems enables higher educational institutions to promote blended learning, give resources for distance learners, and incorporate technology into traditional lecture-based courses. The Aim: of present study was to assess attitude and satisfaction of undergraduate nursing students in Cairo University toward usage of blackboard learning management system. Subject and Method: An exploratory cross-sectional research design was utilized to fulfil the aim of this study. The study was conducted at faculty of Nursing, Cairo University, Egypt. A stratified random sample of 1000 undergraduate nursing students were included in the study. Data were collected using one tool includes three parts. Results: The study revealed a positive attitude and neutral satisfaction among undergraduate nursing students toward blackboard learning management system. Conclusion: The study concluded that, students’ attitude and satisfaction have a significant impact in the results of teaching and learning. Recommendations: It is recommended to perform more training programs to improve usability of Blackboard among students, also this study should be replicated with a larger sample size and in different settings for generalization of results.

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Volume 10, Issue 28. - Serial Number 2
2nd international Upper Egypt Nursing Colleges Conference 4th international Conference Nursing College Assiut University
February 2022
Pages 102-110