An Appraisal of the Role of Experiential Learning in Improving Nursing Students’ Clinical Competence in Imo State University College of Nursing
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Background of the Study
Experiential learning is a pedagogical approach that emphasizes learning through direct experience, reflection, and application of knowledge in real-world settings. In nursing education, experiential learning plays a pivotal role in bridging the gap between theoretical knowledge and practical skills. This approach helps students develop clinical competence by providing them with hands-on opportunities to care for patients, interact with healthcare teams, and solve clinical problems (Adebayo et al., 2023).
Imo State University College of Nursing has integrated experiential learning into its curriculum to ensure that nursing students acquire the necessary skills and competencies for safe and effective patient care. By engaging in clinical rotations and simulations, students are exposed to a wide range of medical conditions and treatment protocols, which enhance their clinical reasoning and decision-making abilities (Nwachukwu & Okafor, 2023). Studies have shown that experiential learning improves students' confidence, competence, and ability to apply theoretical knowledge in clinical environments (Olawale & Hassan, 2024).
However, challenges in experiential learning exist, such as insufficient clinical placement opportunities, limited exposure to diverse patient populations, and the availability of qualified mentors. Additionally, the effectiveness of experiential learning in developing clinical competence can be influenced by the level of student engagement, instructor guidance, and institutional support (Kalu et al., 2024). This study aims to assess the role of experiential learning in enhancing clinical competence among nursing students at Imo State University College of Nursing.
Statement of the Problem
Clinical competence is a key outcome of nursing education, but many nursing students face challenges in achieving the necessary skills and confidence to provide effective patient care. Experiential learning, which provides practical exposure in clinical settings, is intended to address these challenges. However, the extent to which experiential learning enhances clinical competence among nursing students at Imo State University College of Nursing has not been comprehensively evaluated.
Moreover, there are concerns about the adequacy of clinical placements, the availability of experienced mentors, and students' ability to reflect on their experiences to improve their clinical practice. Thus, this study aims to explore the role of experiential learning in improving nursing students' clinical competence and identify barriers to its effective implementation.
Objectives of the Study
- To evaluate the role of experiential learning in improving clinical competence among nursing students at Imo State University College of Nursing.
- To identify the challenges associated with experiential learning in nursing education.
- To assess the perceptions of nursing students regarding the effectiveness of experiential learning in enhancing clinical competence.
Research Questions
- How does experiential learning contribute to the development of clinical competence among nursing students at Imo State University College of Nursing?
- What are the challenges faced by nursing students in experiential learning during their clinical placements?
- What are nursing students’ perceptions of the effectiveness of experiential learning in improving clinical competence?
Research Hypotheses
- Experiential learning significantly improves nursing students’ clinical competence.
- Nursing students who engage in experiential learning demonstrate higher clinical competence compared to those who do not.
- Challenges in experiential learning negatively impact nursing students’ clinical competence development.
Scope and Limitations of the Study
This study will focus on nursing students at Imo State University College of Nursing who have participated in experiential learning activities such as clinical placements and simulations. The research will be limited to assessing clinical competence and student perceptions of the learning process. Limitations include possible variations in clinical experiences, the availability of mentors, and the diversity of patient conditions encountered by students.
Definitions of Terms
- Experiential Learning: A learning process that emphasizes gaining knowledge through direct experience, reflection, and practical application.
- Clinical Competence: The ability of nursing students to apply knowledge and skills effectively in clinical settings to provide safe and quality patient care.
- Clinical Placements: Practical training sessions where nursing students provide patient care under supervision in healthcare facilities.
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