Using Gaming as an Active Teaching Strategy in Nursing Education

• Published in: Teaching and learning in nursing Vol. 15; no. 1; pp. 61 - 65
• Main Authors: McEnroe-Petitte, Denise, Farris, Cindy
• Format: Journal Article
• Language: English
• Published: Elsevier Inc 01.01.2020
• Subjects: Active teaching strategies; Gaming; Nursing student; Gaming; Active teaching strategies; Nursing student
• ISSN: 1557-3087; 1557-2013
• DOI: 10.1016/j.teln.2019.09.002

Gaming can be an effective active teaching strategy for nursing students. Using gaming, research has shown that nursing students can develop deeper learning of the content. Stress levels are subdued, critical thinking is promoted, nursing students become motivated, and enjoy participation in a nonthreatening environment. Attitudes, values, cultural sensitivity, and caring are just a few areas where gaming can be seen to promote a positive aspect to teaching for the currently technological savvy nursing students. •This article discussed important ways to use gaming for active teaching and learning strategies for all forms of nursing curriculums.•It can be as simple as a bingo game to use of high levels of technology.•The nursing students love to be up and active to enjoy learning.•This article can benefit the nursing faculty as well as the nursing students to provide an active interest in nursing content. Nursing faculty need to give it a try!!