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The Relationship Between Self-Assessment and Peer Assessment of Clinical Judgment in Simulation
Melody D Reibel1, Jana Wheeler1, Gary Brooks2
1Department of Nursing, University of South Carolina Beaufort, Bluffton.
The Journal of Nursing Education
|August 5, 2026
Summary
Self and peer assessment in nursing education show modest alignment in clinical judgment. Uncertainty can be a barrier, but ongoing practice improves metacognition, accountability, and communication for readiness.
Area of Science:
- Nursing Education
- Medical Simulation
- Clinical Judgment Assessment
Background:
- Self-assessment and peer assessment are crucial for developing metacognition, clinical judgment, and communication in nursing students.
- Limited research exists on the direct relationship between self-assessment and peer assessment of clinical judgment.
Purpose of the Study:
- To examine the relationship between self-assessment and peer assessment of clinical judgment in senior nursing students.
- To identify factors influencing the consistency of these assessments using a mixed-methods approach.
Main Methods:
- An explanatory sequential mixed-methods design was employed with 32 senior undergraduate nursing students.
- Quantitative analysis included Pearson correlation and linear regression to assess score consistency.
- Qualitative thematic analysis explored factors influencing the quantitative findings.
Main Results:
- A small, nonsignificant positive correlation was observed between self-assessment and peer assessment scores.
- Three key themes emerged: uncertainty, accountability, and communication.
- Uncertainty was identified as a significant barrier affecting assessment alignment.
Conclusions:
- There is a modest alignment between self- and peer-assessment of clinical judgment in nursing students.
- Consistent use of these assessment strategies enhances familiarity, metacognition, accountability, and communication.
- Integrating self- and peer-assessment into nursing curricula is vital for promoting practice readiness.
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