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applications of computer technology view it as a way to erase geo-
graphic boundaries for students, enhance the presentation of content,
improve learning outcomes, and even tailor instruction to individual
learning needs. When carefully matched with curricular objectives,
technology becomes an efficient and affordable avenue through
which nursing faculty may provide useful knowledge to their stu-
dents, thus facilitating the learning process (Hebda, Czar, & Mascara,
2005). Far beyond the simple applications of word processing soft-
ware or spreadsheets, technology applications have evolved greatly ...