The effect of concept mapping in nursing education on critical thinking motivation: A path analysis

The integration of concept mapping into nursing education represents a pivotal strategy aimed at enhancing critical thinking skills, which is a necessity in navigating the complexities of healthcare. This educational tool's role in stimulating students' analytical abilities and motivation...

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Published in:Nurse education today 2024-12, Vol.143, p.106386, Article 106386
Main Authors: Dirgar, Ezgi, Berşe, Soner, Bor, Neşe Ataman, Tosun, Betül
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Adult
Concept Formation
Concept mapping
Critical thinking
Education, Nursing, Baccalaureate - methods
Female
Humans
Male
Motivation
Nursing education
Path analysis
Students, Nursing - psychology
Surveys and Questionnaires
Thinking
Young Adult
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Summary:The integration of concept mapping into nursing education represents a pivotal strategy aimed at enhancing critical thinking skills, which is a necessity in navigating the complexities of healthcare. This educational tool's role in stimulating students' analytical abilities and motivation towards critical thinking has become increasingly relevant in preparing nursing professionals for the dynamic challenges of their field. The aim of this study is to examine how the implementation of concept mapping affects critical thinking motivation among nursing students, investigate the relationship between them, and support its use as an innovative educational strategy in the field of nursing. This study was conducted using a descriptive and exploratory design. This research was carried out between May and June 2023, involving 435 nursing students. For data collection within an online classroom framework, the study applied a trio of tools: the Student Descriptive Information Form, the Scale for the Effectiveness of Concept Maps in Nursing Education, and the Critical Thinking Motivation Scale. The analysis of the compiled data was undertaken utilizing SPSS version 25.0 and JAMOVI software, with statistical significance set at a p-value of
ISSN:0260-6917
1532-2793
1532-2793
DOI:10.1016/j.nedt.2024.106386