Lebanese nursing students' perceptions regarding use of concept mapping

Innovative teaching/learning methodologies in nursing education are needed to prepare professional and skilled nurses. Concept mapping (CM) has been implemented in nursing programs to facilitate learning. The aim of this study was to explore the perceptions of nursing students regarding the use of CM in the study site nursing program. The study adopted an exploratory qualitative research design. The sample comprised of 20 nursing students who participated in the research voluntarily. Data was collected by one-on-one semi structured interviews. Four themes emerged upon thematic analysis including; "Improved Learning and Establishing Knowledge," "Promote Self-directed Learning," "Improving Cognitive Skills," and "Fostering Comprehensive Care." Understanding student perceptions of CM as a teaching/learning technique facilitates design of learner centered curricula to promote excellence in education and practice. (C) 2020 Organization for Associate Degree Nursing. Published by Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.

Journal

TEACHING AND LEARNING IN NURSING

Year

2021

Volume

16

Issue

1

Pages

48-52

ISSN

1557-3087

eISSN

1557-2013

DOI

10.1016/j.teln.2020.05.003

WoS UID

WOS:000603337900012