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Susanne Forsgren1, Tanja Christensen1, Azar Hedemalm1
1Department of Nursing, Health and Culture, University West, SE-461 86 Trollhättan, Sweden.
Nurse Education in Practice
|September 18, 2013
Summary
Case-based learning (CBL) enhances nursing education by integrating theory with practice. This approach supports students
Area of Science:
- Nursing Education
- Pedagogy
- Healthcare Professions Training
Background:
- Case-based learning (CBL) is a pedagogical strategy.
- It presents students with real-world challenges to foster engagement and critical thinking.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore nursing students' experiences with CBL as an educational tool.
- To determine if CBL effectively supports nursing students' learning and professional development.
Main Methods:
- Qualitative content analysis was employed.
- Data were gathered from nursing students' course evaluations.
Main Results:
- Students perceived CBL as a valuable method for integrating theory with practice.
- CBL provided a holistic understanding of patient care and health problems.
- Case seminars enhanced students' perspectives, cooperation, and knowledge retention.
Conclusions:
- CBL enhances nursing students' judgment and critical thinking skills.
- The application of theory in practice through CBL prepares students for professional roles.
- This method is expected to benefit future patient care through professionally adept graduates.
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