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Enhancing Exam Performance to Increase Retention Among Students in an Associate Degree Nursing Program
Donna Ingram1, Kendra Russell, Kassi Hill
1Chair (Dr Ingram), Associate Professor (Dr Hill), and Assistant Professor (Ms Daly), Department of Nursing, and Director of Program Innovation and Evaluation (Dr Russell), Middle Georgia State University, Macon.
Nurse Educator
|March 24, 2022
Summary
The Exam Analysis (TEA) procedure improved nursing student retention and exam performance. This strategy positively impacted first-semester associate degree nursing students, boosting completion rates.
Area of Science:
- Nursing Education
- Student Retention Strategies
Background:
- High attrition rates in nursing programs impact graduation expectations and workforce supply.
- Declining program completion rates pose a significant challenge for nursing education.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the effectiveness of The Exam Analysis (TEA) procedure for enhancing student retention.
- To address declining completion rates in an associate of science in nursing program.
Main Methods:
- A descriptive pilot study involving 50 first-semester nursing students.
- Utilized the TEA Worksheet and surveys for data collection.
- Examined student retention, academic performance, and overall experiences.
Main Results:
- Achieved a 90% retention rate among participating first-semester students.
- Observed a positive correlation between average exam scores and final exam performance.
- The TEA procedure demonstrated benefits for student learning and progression.
Conclusions:
- The TEA procedure supports improved retention for associate degree nursing students.
- Findings indicate enhanced exam performance and positive student experiences with the TEA procedure.
- This method offers a valuable tool for nursing program success.
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