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A longitudinal analysis of the self-directed learning readiness level of nursing students enrolled in a problem-based curriculum.
MedLine Citation:
PMID:  19476035     Owner:  NLM     Status:  MEDLINE    
Abstract/OtherAbstract:
Self-directed learning is an important outcome of nursing education. Although problem-based learning is believed to facilitate self-directed learning, previous studies have reported conflicting results. This longitudinal survey explored the perceived changes in self-directed learning for 4 years in a baccalaureate nursing education program with an integrated problem-based learning curriculum. Fifty of 59 students (response rate, 85%) completed the Self-Directed Learning Readiness Scale at five different time points: at the beginning of each academic year and at program completion. Scores were significantly lower during the first academic year compared with other years, and fourth-year scores were significantly higher than in previous years. Scores on the three subscales (i.e., self-management, desire for learning, and self-control) increased significantly during the 4 years of the program. These findings support self-directed learning as a maturational process. Implications for nursing faculty and curriculum development are discussed.
Authors:
Gülseren Kocaman; Aklime Dicle; Aysen Ugur
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Publication Detail:
Type:  Journal Article    
Journal Detail:
Title:  The Journal of nursing education     Volume:  48     ISSN:  0148-4834     ISO Abbreviation:  J Nurs Educ     Publication Date:  2009 May 
Date Detail:
Created Date:  2009-05-29     Completed Date:  2009-08-05     Revised Date:  -    
Medline Journal Info:
Nlm Unique ID:  7705432     Medline TA:  J Nurs Educ     Country:  United States    
Other Details:
Languages:  eng     Pagination:  286-90     Citation Subset:  IM; N    
Affiliation:
Dokuz Eylül Universitesi School of Nursing, Isparta, Turkey. gulseren.kocaman@deu.edu.tr
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MeSH Terms
Descriptor/Qualifier:
Education, Nursing, Baccalaureate*
Humans
Learning*
Longitudinal Studies
Problem-Based Learning*
Program Evaluation
Self Efficacy*
Students, Nursing / psychology*
Turkey

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