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Concept mapping: an effective, active teaching-learning method.

Laura H Clayton1

  • 1Shepherd University, Shepherdstown, West Virginia, USA. lclayton@shepherd.edu

Nursing Education Perspectives
|August 23, 2006
PubMed
Summary

Concept mapping is an active learning strategy that helps nurse educators develop critical thinking skills in graduates for complex healthcare settings. Further research is needed to evaluate its impact on NCLEX performance and clinical skills.

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Area of Science:

  • Nursing Education
  • Pedagogy
  • Healthcare Training

Background:

  • Nursing education faces pressure to develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills in graduates.
  • Traditional teaching methods often lead to rote memorization, which is insufficient for complex clinical practice.
  • Active teaching strategies are essential for promoting meaningful learning in nursing students.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the current scientific literature on concept mapping as a teaching-learning strategy in nursing education.
  • To assess the potential of concept mapping in enhancing critical thinking skills among nursing graduates.
  • To identify areas for future research regarding concept mapping's effectiveness.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of existing studies on concept mapping in nursing education.

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  • Analysis of the role of concept mapping in fostering critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
  • Identification of gaps in current research.

    • Main Results:

    • Concept mapping is a valuable teaching-learning method that aids nurse educators in preparing graduates for critical thinking in healthcare.
    • The reviewed literature supports the use of concept mapping to enhance cognitive skills relevant to nursing practice.
    • Evidence regarding its direct impact on specific outcomes like NCLEX performance is limited.

    Conclusions:

    • Concept mapping shows promise as an effective strategy for developing critical thinking in nursing students.
    • Further research is necessary to quantify the impact of concept mapping on NCLEX examination results.
    • Investigating the influence of concept mapping on clinical prioritization and critical thinking skills is crucial for evidence-based practice.