🛠️ Choosing AI Platforms
Attribution
Original work: "Educators' guide to multimodal learning and Generative AI" — Tünde Varga-Atkins, Samuel Saunders, et al. (2024/25) — CC BY-NC 4.0
Adapted for UK Nursing Education by: Lincoln Gombedza, RN (LD)
Last Updated: December 2025
Selecting the right AI platform is a critical decision for nursing educators. The landscape is rapidly evolving, so we categorise tools into three main buckets to help you decide.
🌍 The AI Tool Landscape
🧭 Navigate this Section
Select a guide to dive deeper:
📊 Tool Comparison
A detailed head-to-head of ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini, and Perplexity.
✅ Selection Criteria
A checklist of educational, technical, and ethical requirements.
🏛️ Institutional Considerations
Guidance on procurement, data security (GDPR), and change management.
🔑 Key Considerations for Nursing
When choosing a platform, nursing educators must prioritize:
- 🩺 Clinical Accuracy: Does the model produce reliable medical information?
- 🛡️ Ethical Safety: Does it protect patient and student data?
- 📜 NMC Alignment: Does it support the development of required nursing proficiencies?
- ♿ Accessibility: Is it usable for all students, regardless of technical skill or financial means?