The Effect of Computer-Assisted Instruction on Students’ Knowledge about Health Impacts of Cigarette Smoke in Pregnant Women and Newborns

Abstract

Background: Computer-assisted instruction (CAI) is effective to enhance students’ learning outcome. It can be adopted as alternative or additional teaching method to promote active learning. Purpose: This study aimed to examine the effect of CAI on students’ knowledge about health impacts of cigarette smoke in pregnant women and newborns. Methodology: Quasi-experimental research design was employed. One hundred and eighty-four undergraduate nursing students were recruited as the study sample. Data was collected using pretest and posttest true or false questions. Results: After studying with CAI, students showed significantly higher mean score of knowledge and confidence on the assessment of smoke impacts in pregnant women and newborns. Conclusion: This finding suggests that CAI is helpful instructional tool to improve students’ learning outcome.