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Jyh-Chong Liang1, Mei-Chih Huang2, Shuenn-Jiun Yiin2
1Program of Learning Sciences, National Taiwan Normal University, Taipei City.
The Journal of Nursing Education
|February 19, 2026
Summary
Self-regulated learning (SRL) boosts academic self-efficacy (ASE) directly and via cognitive skills and nursing communication. However, applying these skills in clinical settings remains a challenge for nursing students.
Area of Science:
- Nursing Education
- Educational Psychology
Background:
- Academic self-efficacy (ASE) is crucial for student achievement.
- Nursing learning self-efficacy (NLSE) includes cognition, application, and nursing communication (NC).
- Self-regulated learning (SRL) is a key factor in academic success.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the mediating role of NLSE in the relationship between SRL and ASE among junior college nursing students.
- To explore the specific components of NLSE (cognition, application, NC) that mediate the SRL-ASE link.
- To understand the nuances of SRL's impact on nursing students' self-efficacy.
Main Methods:
- Quantitative survey of 914 nursing students (N=878).
- Validated measures using exploratory and confirmatory factor analyses.
- Structural equation modeling with bootstrapping and qualitative interviews for contextualization.
Main Results:
- SRL directly impacts ASE.
- SRL indirectly influences ASE through cognition and nursing communication.
- The application component of NLSE did not significantly mediate the SRL-ASE relationship.
- Qualitative data revealed SRL builds confidence but clinical skill transfer is impeded by anxiety and context.
Conclusions:
- SRL enhances nursing students' academic self-efficacy through cognitive and communication pathways.
- Interventions should integrate SRL strategy training with practical communication and simulation exercises.
- Addressing anxiety and providing authentic clinical contexts are vital for improving skill transfer and self-efficacy.
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