Effectiveness of Google Classroom as an online Tool in Teaching and Learning: B.Sc. (Nursing) Student’s Perception

Abstract

Introduction: The global Covid-19 pandemic led to the need for educators to explore online platforms in delivering
lessons to students. It has impacted the way things are done in walks of life including nursing education in both
developing and developed countries.
Methods: A descriptive correlational study was conducted to determine the effectiveness of Google Classroom
(GCR) as an online Tool in Teaching and Learning: B.Sc (Nursing) Student’s Perceptions using survey approach
among 20,000 undergraduate nursing students studying 1st year to final year in more than 208 nursing institutions.
The students were selected using purposive sampling technique. After obtaining permission and informed
consent from the participants, data was collected using pretested and validated tools such as background variables
proforma of nursing students and rating scale on effectiveness of Google classroom in improving the learning
outcomes of the students using Google forms through WhatsApp and e-mails. The collected data was analyzed
using descriptive and inferential statistics.
Results: Most of the students had positive perception with overall mean and standard deviation showing
effectiveness of GCR as an online tool m=81.64, SD=10.41.
Conclusion: Implementation of online learning in Nursing education has been perceived favorably by majority of
the students.It is important for instructors and institutions to consider the needs and preferences of their students
when designing and delivering courses, and also to provide adequate support and resources to ensure that
students are able to have an innovative learning experience.