An Innovative Nurse Practitioner Curricular Design Using an Adaptive Learning Platform, Adaptive Case Studies, and Telehealth Simulations: A Feasibility Study

Abstract

Introduction: This project explored the feasibility of implementing an innovative cross-curricular framework using an adaptive learning (AL) platform and telehealth simulations. Objective: To determine the feasibility of implementing an innovative cross-curricular framework using an AL platform and telehealth simulations. Methods: A mixed-method pilot study was conducted using novel AL modules, adaptive case studies, and telehealth simulation. Results: Quantitative data analysis demonstrated significant correlations within and across demographics using the Technology Acceptance Model (TAM) and Simulation Effectiveness Tool-Modified (SET-M). Specifically, significant correlations are evident between TAM ease of use items 1–6, 8, and 10 and TAM usefulness 1, 3, and 9, with SET-M items 3 and 5–15. Thematic analysis revealed that participants felt that the overall project was worthwhile and increased confidence in telehealth. Conclusion: Participants found the technology used in this study was easy and useful, and they indicated a positive experience with telehealth simulation. Overall, this study demonstrated that implementation of AL using our paradigm is feasible and supports further investigation into implementing a cross-curricular framework using an AL platform and telehealth simulations.