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Hyun Jin Cho1, Elaine Hannigan, Jan E Davis
1About the Authors: Hyun Jin Cho, PhD, is a postdoctoral research associate, Purdue University Center for Instructional Excellence, West Lafayette, Indiana. Elaine Hannigan, MSN, RN, CNE, was a clinical assistant professor, Purdue University School of Nursing, West Lafayette, Indiana. Jan E. Davis, MSN, CNM, RN, was a clinical assistant professor, Purdue University School of Nursing. Chantal Levesque-Bristol, PhD, is a professor and executive director, Purdue University Center for Instructional Excellence. The contents of this research were developed under Grant #P116F140459 from the US Department of Education (First in the World grant project). For more information, contact Dr. Cho at cho193@purdue.edu.
Aim:
The purpose of the study was to investigate whether course transformation teaching strategies using repetitive quizzing and peer-tutor supplemental instruction help enhance students' learning experiences and learning outcomes based on self-determination theory.
Background:
Undergraduate baccalaureate pharmacology and pathophysiology courses were redesigned as part of a campus-wide course transformation program to promote students' perceptions of learning and academic achievement.
Method:
Students in the nursing pathopharmacology course participated in the two-time online perception survey (pretest and posttest) and knowledge-based exams.
Results:
Results revealed that the course transformation implemented to support students' basic psychological needs was significantly associated with both learning outcomes and students' feelings of competence while also decreasing attrition rates.
Conclusion:
Considering the depth and breadth of pathopharmacology content, the teaching intervention using repetitive quizzing and peer-tutor supplemental instruction may contribute to improving students' understanding of the course content while promoting their competence.
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