The Use of Scaffolding and Interactive Learning Strategies in Online Courses for Working Nurses: Implications for Adult and Online Education

摘要: This paper reviews the foundational litera- ture of contemporary e-learning, with a focus on scaffolding, instructional design, and engagement. These concepts are then considered in two limited case studies, each involving e-learning adult learners—in particular, nurse-learners. The first study describes use of  scaffolding model called Introduction, Connect, Apply, Reflect, Extend (ICARE) for nursing education. second is reflection engagement strategies purposes discourse learning different online context. Because educators were among early adopters they important mentors to others who adopting at this time. Additionally, crossroads publication: it reminds reader imperative review theory emerging evidence related bring key findings actual practice order benefit student. commitment will enable evolution all learners, including returning learners working professionals. Keywords: interaction, best practices, engage- ment, education, profes- sionals, e-learning.