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Student's perceptions of the learning experience in a large class environment.

Therese Leufer¹

¹School of Nursing, Dublin City University, Ireland. therese.leufer@dcu.ie

Nursing Education Perspectives

|February 5, 2008

Summary

Large class sizes impact nursing students' learning experiences. Factors like teaching strategies and classroom management also significantly influence student participation and overall educational outcomes in nursing education.

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Improving Student Outcomes with an Adaptable Molecular Cloning Course-Based Undergraduate Research Experience

Improving Student Outcomes with an Adaptable Molecular Cloning Course-Based Undergraduate Research Experience

Published on: November 15, 2024

Area of Science:

Nursing Education
Higher Education Pedagogy

Background:

Large class sizes present unique challenges in nursing education.
Understanding student perceptions is crucial for effective teaching strategies.

Purpose of the Study:

To investigate nursing students' learning experiences in large classes.
To identify key factors influencing teaching and learning in these environments.

Main Methods:

A semi-structured questionnaire combining qualitative and quantitative approaches was used.
Data were collected from nursing students in the Republic of Ireland.

Main Results:

Students perceived class size as a factor affecting participation.
Teaching strategies, teacher behaviors, and classroom organization were also identified as influential.

Conclusions:

Class size is one of several factors impacting nursing students' learning.
Effective teaching and classroom management are vital for large nursing classes.