Knowledge, Attitude and Practice Between E-Learning and Traditional Learning Among Third Year Nursing Students During Covid-19 Pandemic

Abstract

The purpose of this study is to evaluate the effect between e-learning and traditional learning among third year nursing students at PICOMS International University College, during Covid-19 pandemic. Objectives: To assess the level of knowledge, attitude and practice (KAP) towards e-learning among 3rd year student nurses at PICOMS during Covid-19 pandemic; to determine level of KAP towards traditional learning among 3rd year student nurses at PICOMS during Covid-19 pandemic and to compare the KAP between e- learning and traditional learning among the 3rd year student nurses at PICOMS during Covid-19 pandemic. Setting: Faculty of Nursing, PICOMS, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Findings: There were statistically significant difference in students’ KAP between e-learning and traditional learning, p=0.00 (p > 0.05) for both methods. Conclusion: Institutional support, preparedness and strategies play a crucial role in ensuring students ability to receive benefits during the pandemic periods of uncertainty. On the other hand, students must be prepared to face any challenges arising from the rapidly changing global landscape to ensure that they are within the loop of technological advancements. With this sense of preparedness students will fare better in their professional trials and tribulations.