The purpose of this study was to determine the nurse educators’ experiences in implementing the evidence-based practice (EBP) in teaching and learning, and to describe the importance and benefits of EBP teaching and learning to the nursing profession, especially for nurse educators and student nurses. A qualitative research design and methods were followed in conducting the study. A non-probability purposive sampling technique was used to access the sample of twelve nurse educators from two nursing campuses under KwaZulu-Natal College of Nursing within Umgungundlovu Health District. Data were collected using semi-structured interviews, the interview guide, and the digital voice recorder. Data were analysed manually, following a content thematic data analysis approach. Two themes emerged as follows:
Challenges experienced by nurse educators with the implementation of EBP in teaching and learning.
Benefits/value of EBP in teaching and learning.
Findings revealed that, although most of the nurse educators are supportive and displayed a positive attitude towards implementing EBP in teaching and learning, the level of knowledge and skills was questionable. This was coupled with a lack of motivation and commitment towards research. Therefore, recommendations for nursing education, nursing practice, and future research were suggested, for successful implementation of EBP in teaching and learning. / Health Studies / M.A. (Health Studies)
| Identifer | oai:union.ndltd.org:netd.ac.za/oai:union.ndltd.org:unisa/oai:uir.unisa.ac.za:10500/24763 |
| Date | 01 1900 |
| Creators | Mthiyane, Gloria Nozipho |
| Contributors | Habedi, Debbie Kgomotso |
| Source Sets | South African National ETD Portal |
| Language | English |
| Detected Language | English |
| Type | Dissertation |
| Format | 1 online resource (x, 127 leaves) |
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