Experiences of Nursing Students Regarding Online Teaching and Learning During COVID-19 Pandemic

Keneilwe Bowane, Gofiwa Loeto, Bakang Bathoeng, Angelinah John, Tebogo Gorata Gaotlhobogwe, Olebile Clementine Bulang, Maripe-Perera Dorcas Basetsana, Kebope Mongie Kealeboga and Esther Seloilwe

Nursing Research and Practice, 2026, vol. 2026, 1-10

Abstract: BackgroundLockdowns during the COVID-19 pandemic compelled universities to implement online teaching and learning methods to comply with social distancing measures. The University of Botswana transitioned from classroom face-to-face teaching to remote learning in response to the pandemic. This study aimed to explore the experiences of nursing students at the University of Botswana with online teaching and learning during the COVID-19 outbreak. The results of the study have the potential to inform policies on how nursing education could respond to future pandemics and ensure continuity of learning.DesignThe study utilised an explorative descriptive qualitative design to explore the students’ experiences using online teaching and learning activities during the COVID-19 pandemic.MethodsSixteen (16) students consented to participate in the study. Data were collected from September to November 2023 using a semistructured interview guide and analysed using content analysis. Trustworthiness was accomplished through credibility, dependability, confirmability and transferability. Further, the study used COREQ to ensure quality.ResultsFive main themes and 14 subthemes were identified. The main themes are opportunities for online teaching and learning, students’ performances during the COVID-19 pandemic, challenges of online teaching and learning, the need to improve online teaching and learning, and nursing as a profession and online learning.ConclusionThe study offered insights into how the COVID-19 pandemic affected nursing students’ teaching and learning. Further research is recommended to guide nursing education and online learning policy.

Date: 2026
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