Development of an instructional model using computer-supported collaborative learning and case-based learning based on experiential learning principle to enhance communication ability in nursing practice for nurse students
Abstract:
The research entitled Development of an Instructional Model of Using Computer-Supported Collaborative Learning and Case-Based Learning Based on Experiential Learning Principle to Enhance Communication Ability in Nursing Practice for Nurse Students purposes developing an Instructional Model to enhance communication ability in nursing practice for nurse students. The samples were nine professional nurses, five nurse educators, eleven nurse instructors, eight experts, and 60 first-year students in the third semester, the academic year 2019. The research approaches used the lesson plans based on the Instructional Model, situational case study, learning management system (myCourseVille), CSCL tools (google document, Coggle, Flipgrids, LINE), interview questionnaire, the communication ability in nursing practice knowledge and skills appraisal. Data analysis procedures were content analysis, priority needs index (modified), percentages, means, standard deviations, paired t-test for dependent samples, and development scores. The results were as follows: 1. The communication ability problems in nursing practice of nurse students were in-confidence. They did not dare to communicate, unfamiliar with the principle and techniques of appropriate communication, due to lack of knowledge, experience, and a few opportunities to develop and practice good communication skills. Promoting communication ability in nursing practice is essential and necessary because effective communication will bridge the gap between health care workers and reduce errors or harms of ineffective communication. 2. The Instructional Model of Using Computer-Supported Collaborative Learning and Case-Based Learning Based on Experiential Learning Principle to Enhance Communication Ability in Nursing Practice for Nurse Students consisted of 5 elements: 1) Learning Process and Appraisal Activities, 2) Learning Management System: LMS, 3) Learning Environment and Resources, 4) Case Study, 5) Student and Instructor. 3. The instructional model results showed that, after the experiment, the average score of nursing students, knowledge and communication skills of nursing practice was higher than the average score before the experiment, at the statistically significant level of .05. The results indicated the level of both overall and in terms of which consists of Relationship building skills, listening skills, clear information skills, skills in receiving information without prejudice, and open communication skills. 4. The experts approved the instructional model with an average score = 4.90 (M=4.90, SD=0.14) and the instructional model was considered appropriate.