Digital educational resources and the flipped classroom in epidemiology teaching for undergraduate nursing

Abstract

Objective: To describe the teaching and learning process of the discipline of epidemiology for nursing, using the "flipped classroom" method and digital educational resources, in a higher education institution. Methods: This is a descriptive study, with a qualitative approach, experience report type, carried out during the first and second semesters of 2022, in two classes, with a total of 41 students. The flipped classroom was applied with the technological mediation of Google Classroom™ as a virtual learning environment. Bibliographic and audiovisual materials were used for the study of the contents, which also included the practical resolution of exercises, the presentation of seminars and the realization of research projects. Results: It was observed that this active methodology enabled the stimulation of critical thinking, the integration between theory and practice, the development of research skills, active engagement, a better use of time and a greater appropriation of the contents by the students, with the teacher monitoring and monitoring being a differential aspect in the process.  Final considerations: The flipped classroom enhanced learning and enriched students' training as an innovative way that can reflect positively on the challenges of their professional practices.

DOI:https://doi.org/10.56238/sevened2024.009-026