Analyze and discuss Educational Technology Comparison

Compare the features, benefits, and capabilities of two versions of a similar technology that can be used for teaching, learning, or assessment in nursing education, using the Technology Comparison Template provided. Then, determine which teaching and learning situations the technology is best suited for and how it can be incorporated into a specific nursing education program. To prepare for the assessment, you are encouraged to identify two similar educational technologies for comparison and the teaching and learning situations this type technology is best suited for. In addition, you may wish to review the assessment requirements and scoring guide to ensure you understand the work you will be asked to complete.

The following resources are required to complete the assessment.

Templates

Use this template for your technology comparison:

• Comparing Technologies Template [DOCX].

Requirements

Compare two versions of a similar technology that can be used for teaching, learning, or assessment in nursing education. Then, determine which teaching and learning situations the technology is best suited for and how it can be incorporated into a specific nursing education program.

For example:

• E-learning technologies, such as Storyline, Articulate, and Captivate.

• Learning management systems (LMSs) for managing coursework, e-learning, and tracking learner progress, such as Brightspace, Taleo, and PeopleSoft Enterprise Learning Management, Health Stream, Net Learning.

• Online courserooms, such as Blackboard, Canvas, and Moodle.

• Technologies for assessing learning outcomes, such as e-portfolios, testing software, and surveys.

• Technologies to enhance learner interactivity, such as gamification and virtual reality technologies.

• Presentation technologies, such as PowerPoint and Prezi.

• High-, medium-, and low-fidelity simulation equipment or software, such as simulation manikins and body-part models.