HOBOKEN,
N.J., May 17, 2024 /PRNewswire/ --
Pearson (FTSE: PSON.L), the world's leading learning company,
today announced the integration of AI study tools into its Nursing:
A Concept-Based Approach to Learning series, the only nursing
concepts curriculum built from the ground up as a comprehensive,
cohesive learning system.
Pearson augments nursing content with
generative AI study tools to improve nursing education and address
shortages
Pearson's AI study tools combine the power of generative
AI technology with trusted Pearson content to provide scaffolded,
guided help when students are stuck on homework problems, and
personalized explanations, summaries, and practice problems for
more efficient studying.
"Integrating AI study tools into our concept-based nursing
series enhances the learning experience, giving nursing students
and nurse educators the resources they need to efficiently study
and master course concepts," said Anne
Fahlgren, GM of Pearson's professional portfolio. "This
technology will help more nursing candidates prepare for and enter
the workforce, while also giving nurse educators the means to scale
their teaching further, addressing major challenges in nursing
education and society."
The AI study tools beta will be available both in Pearson+
eTextbook and the accompanying MyLab Nursing course in time for
Fall 2024. MyLab is an interactive teaching and learning platform,
backed by content from Pearson authors. The platform, with
integrated eTextbook, allows instructors to design their course,
assign homework and assessments, and monitor student progress in
real time.
The US is experiencing shortages of nurses and nurse educators.
The National Academy of Medicine's 2021 report on The Future of
Nursing: 2020-2030 notes that, in order to provide sufficient care
for an aging population over the next decade, a substantial
increase in the nursing workforce will be needed that can practice
"in community-based settings with diverse populations that face a
variety of lived experiences." The NAM's report also references
hundreds of nursing faculty position vacancies that have
contributed to tens of thousands of qualified applicants being
turned away from nursing school admission due to the inability to
adequately meet student demand.
Concept-based nursing curriculum is designed to focus on key
concepts emphasizing a holistic understanding of nursing principles
that can be applied across different patient populations,
healthcare settings, and situations. This approach strengthens
clinical reasoning skills in the course of patient care.
Incorporating generative AI tools into Pearson's concept-based
nursing content supports nurse educators in scaling their teaching
and students' ability to study more efficiently.
Dr. Michelle Aebersold,
University of Michigan School of
Nursing Clinical Professor and contributor to Nursing: A
Concept-Based Approach to Learning, said "Technological
advancements like generative AI are transforming the nursing
profession. The ability to adapt in a rapidly changing environment
is a critical healthcare skill, whether it's in the course of
patient care or in preparing our future nurses for the workforce.
The ability of the AI study tools to provide a more user-centered,
customized experience is a huge benefit for our students. I'm glad
they will have access to Pearson's AI tools that accommodate the
variety of ways students learn and provide personalized support in
the moment students need it most. This is the future of
individualized learning."
A Fall 2023 survey of students using Pearson's AI study tools
beta showed strong levels of engagement, with 75% of respondents
saying the tools were helpful or very helpful to their studies.
The inclusion of generative AI study tools further solidifies
Pearson's dedication to providing the most comprehensive and
effective learning and teaching resources for nursing students and
nurse educators across the US. Pearson's AI study tools are already
available in more than 30 Pearson Mastering titles and are set to
be integrated into more than 40 Pearson+ eTextbooks and MyLab and
Mastering titles across math, science, business, and nursing for
August of 2024.
Pearson is committed to investing in the responsible application
of AI to advance product innovation and enhance the learning
experience to educate, certify, and credential students and the
workforce.
Pearson product experts are available to demo the AI study tools
for members of the media. Please request demonstrations with the
media contact below.
About Pearson
At Pearson, our purpose is simple: to add life to a lifetime of
learning. We believe that every learning opportunity is a chance
for a personal breakthrough. That's why our c. 18,000 Pearson
employees are committed to creating vibrant and enriching learning
experiences designed for real-life impact. We are the world's
leading learning company, serving customers in nearly 200 countries
with digital content, assessments, qualifications, and data. For
us, learning isn't just what we do. It's who we are. Visit us at
pearsonplc.com.
Media contact
Dan.nelson@pearson.com
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