Progress Test in nursing: perspectives for undergraduate education

Area of Science:

• Nursing Education
• Health Professions Education

Background:

• The need for effective assessment strategies in nursing education is critical.
• Existing assessment methods may not fully capture the breadth of student learning.

Purpose of the Study:

• To reflect on the potential of adopting the Progress Test in undergraduate nursing education.
• To explore the benefits and applications of the Progress Test for various stakeholders.

Main Methods:

• A reflective study approach was employed.
• Analysis was informed by authors' critical thinking and a review of national and international literature.

Main Results:

• The Progress Test is identified as a valuable teaching-learning strategy.
• Potential benefits for students, professors, and academic management were highlighted.

Conclusions:

• Systematic assessment in nursing education yields valuable data for stakeholders.
• The Progress Test is a replicable strategy for undergraduate nursing programs, adaptable for individual institutions or collaborative efforts.