Nursing Students' Perceived Stress and Perceptions of Online Learning during the COVID-19 Pandemic: A Cross-Sectional Study

This study evaluates the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on nursing students' perceived stress and perception of online learning. A descriptive, cross-sectional study via self-reported online questionnaires surveyed nursing students in Singapore. Students were invited to complete an online survey on online learning and the Perceived Stress Scale (PSS); 799 did so. The findings show that having a conducive learning environment and good computer skills predict positive perceptions of online learning. Recommendations will help educators and administrators improve students' perception of online learning and reduce their stress.