H5P Utilization to Engage 1st Semester DNP Students
Project Overview
It was observed that first semester doctor of nursing practice students had a varying degree of knowledge on research methodology. To review this important foundational content and reiterate information, an interactive method of presenting material was needed. This interactive method is important because the doctor of nursing practice program is strictly an online forum which can be repetitive and dry. The Research Methodology Module was meant to be a part of the new revised nursing curriculum and included as an increase of supplemental resources to enhance student success.
Planning Process
The main factor that was considered in selecting H5P for this module was to continuously engage the adult student and review information as the module progressed. Program objectives were included in the development of the module which included providing students with foundational knowledge of nursing science.
H5P is a program that has innumerous tools embedded in the program. At its simplest, the program allows for links to be embedded in the presentation for additional information. One of the main reasons I selected this program is for the ability to add in presentation questions that test the student’s knowledge after content is delivered. The program keeps track of attempts and allows multiple attempts to answer the questions. At first, I found the program intimidating but after using it to create the module, I am finding that it is somewhat user friendly, has helpful tutorials and likely way more capacity than I know at present.
Implementation
Implementation will occur when the next cohort of students begin in Fall 2023. The hope is that the module will be included as the intervention in an experiential study conducted on the knowledge of research methodology in first semester DNP students. If approved, the study would include multiple cohorts over a period of time.
Assessment
There will be a formal assessment via surveys.
Reflections and Next Steps
I initially had what I now believe to be high and unrealistic expectations of what I wanted this module to be. This was true not only with technological capabilities but also with needed information for our students. I had originally looked into Yuja as an application to use but did not want my face to be on the presentation. Given that the students work asynchronously, I wanted them to be able to review information as long as they needed to or go back if necessary. I did not know if Yuja had the question capability but found that H5P did; and different varieties at that that would keep the student engaged. The module will be finished with an audio piece for additional information as well as direction for each slide. H5P also states that it is easily used by students for assignments; a part of the program which I have not yet looked into.