Student nurse perceptions of teaching excellence

Area of Science:

• Nursing Education
• Higher Education Pedagogy

Background:

• Continuous improvement in nursing program delivery requires student feedback on teaching.
• Student nurses' perspectives are vital for enhancing educational quality.

Purpose of the Study:

• To investigate final year pre-registration nursing students' perceptions of teaching excellence.
• To gather student insights into factors contributing to effective nursing education.

Main Methods:

• Qualitative survey methodology utilized.
• Anonymous feedback collected from a cohort of final year nursing students.
• Response rate of 25% (64 participants).

Main Results:

• Four key themes emerged: interactive learning, assessment, practice experiences, and student support.
• Teaching excellence linked to clinical skills, simulation, and practice-focused sessions.
• Varied interactive teaching methods and supportive learning environments are essential.

Conclusions:

• Teaching excellence is perceived differently among students.
• Student-centered approaches, including feeling valued, are critical for effective nursing education.
• Integration of clinical skills, varied teaching, and robust support systems enhance the student experience.