Making a difference? Measuring the impact of an information literacy programme for pre-registration nursing students in the UK

Craig, A and Corrall, S (2007) Making a difference? Measuring the impact of an information literacy programme for pre-registration nursing students in the UK. Health Information and Libraries Journal, 24 (2). 118 - 127. ISSN 1471-1834

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Abstract

Objectives: To investigate whether an information literacy programme for pre-registration nursing students at a UK higher education institution is effective in developing their skills and confidence: examines students' skill levels, factors affecting their confidence, and relationships between skills, confidence and demographic characteristics. Methods: Quantitative and qualitative techniques were used: pre- and post-tests to measure changes in students' skills and self-assessed confidence levels after two key sessions in their first semester (n = 29); semi-structured interviews to explore factors affecting confidence (n = 5). Results: Findings demonstrated positive impacts on skills and confidence. Key areas of skill development included: identifying journal articles, selecting search terms and evaluating website quality. Factors affecting confidence included: successful 'mastery' experiences in searching for information and the programme itself, especially small-group sessions, handouts and staff support. Evidence on links between skills, confidence and demographic factors was inconclusive. Conclusions: The study demonstrated the programme's effectiveness and identified areas for development, including the need to help students understand the relative merits of search engines and other sources. Evidence has contributed to a change in departmental policy, making attendance at sessions mandatory. Further studies have been recommended. © 2007 The authorsJournal compilation © 2007 Health Libraries Group.

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Item Type:	Article
Status:	Published
Creators/Authors:	Creators Email Pitt Username ORCID Craig, A Corrall, S scorrall@pitt.edu SCORRALL
Date:	1 June 2007
Date Type:	Publication
Access Restriction:	No restriction; Release the ETD for access worldwide immediately.
Journal or Publication Title:	Health Information and Libraries Journal
Volume:	24
Number:	2
Page Range:	118 - 127
DOI or Unique Handle:	10.1111/j.1471-1842.2007.00688.x
Institution:	University of Pittsburgh
Schools and Programs:	School of Information Sciences > Library and Information Science
Refereed:	Yes
ISSN:	1471-1834
Date Deposited:	04 May 2015 20:45
Last Modified:	04 Feb 2019 20:55
URI:	http://d-scholarship.pitt.edu/id/eprint/25120

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