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Students' perceptions of group projects.
Peggy Ward-Smith1, Jane Peterson, Carol Schmer
1University of Missouri-Kansas City, School of Nursing, Kansas City, MO 64108, USA. wardsmithp@umkc.edu
Nurse Educator
|February 23, 2010
Summary
Student perceptions of group projects in nursing education are under-researched. This study explored student views on group work, offering insights for curriculum development in nursing courses.
Area of Science:
- Nursing Education
- Pedagogy
- Higher Education
Background:
- Group projects are common in higher education to enhance student learning.
- Limited research exists on student perceptions of group projects, particularly in nursing programs.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate student perceptions of group projects within the context of required nursing courses.
- To gather student feedback for informing the development or revision of nursing curricula.
Main Methods:
- Qualitative or quantitative methods were employed to gather student feedback.
- Data collection likely involved surveys, interviews, or focus groups with nursing students.
Main Results:
- Findings highlight specific student views on the benefits and challenges of group projects in nursing education.
- Student feedback provides actionable insights into the effectiveness of collaborative learning strategies.
Conclusions:
- Understanding student perceptions is crucial for optimizing the design and implementation of group projects in nursing courses.
- The study contributes to the literature on pedagogical approaches in nursing education, emphasizing student-centered learning.
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