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Comparing the Effects of Regular Lecture and Branching Path Simulation on Nursing Students' Academic Performance
1Author Affiliation: Assistant Professor, Adult Health Nursing, Faculty of Nursing, Jordan University of Science and Technology, Irbid.
Nurse Educator
|June 13, 2020
Summary
Branching Path Simulation (BPS) significantly improved nursing students' academic performance compared to regular lectures. This innovative method empowers students to self-assess learning needs, crucial in high-ratio educational settings.
Area of Science:
- Nursing Education
- Educational Technology
- Health Sciences
Background:
- Traditional nursing education in Jordan relies on regular lectures (RLs), which are insufficient for developing student self-assessment skills.
- Branching Path Simulation (BPS) offers an innovative pedagogical approach, guiding students through logical decision-making processes.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the impact of Branching Path Simulation (BPS) on the academic performance of nursing students.
Main Methods:
- An experimental research design was employed, utilizing a control group for comparison.
- The study compared the academic outcomes of students exposed to BPS versus those receiving traditional RLs.
Main Results:
- Students utilizing BPS demonstrated a statistically significant improvement in their academic performance.
- This improvement was evidenced by higher mean scores in the Advanced Adult Health Nursing examination compared to the control group.
Conclusions:
- Branching Path Simulation (BPS) presents a valuable, innovative teaching methodology for nursing curricula.
- BPS facilitates student self-assessment of learning needs, addressing challenges like high student-educator ratios prevalent in Middle Eastern countries.
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