Using STML as a theoretical model for a qualitative case study.

Area of Science:

• Educational Technology
• Qualitative Research Methods

Background:

• Selecting and applying appropriate theoretical models is crucial for effective research.
• Theoretical models provide structure for research design and data interpretation.

Purpose of the Study:

• To describe the application of the simplified teaching-meaningful learning (STML) model.
• To guide a qualitative case study on student meaningful learning with diverse backgrounds.
• To explore meaningful learning during a training workshop for new software.

Main Methods:

• Qualitative case study approach.
• Utilized the simplified teaching-meaningful learning (STML) model.
• Data collection and analysis guided by the STML model.

Main Results:

• The STML model effectively guided the research question formulation.
• The model provided direction for data collection and analysis methods.
• The STML model facilitated the interpretation and discussion of findings.

Conclusions:

• An appropriate theoretical model, like STML, aids in designing and conducting qualitative case studies.
• This approach generates scientific evidence to understand meaningful learning of new technologies.
• The STML model's four steps can benefit researchers in nursing and other disciplines for qualitative research.