Nursing problem-based learning activity: song writing and singing.

Area of Science:

• Nursing Education
• Pedagogy
• Health Sciences

Background:

• Traditional teaching methods may not fully engage all students.
• Innovative approaches are needed to facilitate deeper learning and knowledge retention.
• Problem-based Learning (PBL) offers a student-centered framework for complex problem-solving.

Purpose of the Study:

• To investigate the effectiveness of using song writing and singing as a learning tool in a nursing Problem-based Learning (PBL) class.
• To assess how musical creation reflects students' academic understanding and perspectives within PBL scenarios.

Main Methods:

• A nursing PBL class of twenty students was divided into four groups.
• Each group composed and performed songs based on provided scenarios.
• Students participated in focus group interviews post-activity.

Main Results:

• The created songs demonstrated students' grasp of academic content.
• Songs also revealed students' viewpoints on the characters within the PBL scenarios.
• The approach provided insights into student comprehension and engagement.

Conclusions:

• Song writing and singing can be a valuable pedagogical strategy within PBL.
• This creative method enhances understanding and offers a unique lens into student learning.
• The findings suggest broader implications for innovative teaching and learning practices.