Facilitating nursing students' critical thinking and problem-solving competence in a computer supported collaborative learning environment

Abstract

In the era of globalization, teachers primarily assist students in applying realistic learning environments, helping them integrate the knowledge acquired from textbooks with clinical practical issues and develop problem-solving skills. The advancement of mobile technology allows students to access learning resources and receive accurate guidance in a virtual environment, promoting safe and effective learning. This research proposes a computer-supported collaborative learning environment to support the learning of obstetrics and gynecology four-stage palpation professional courses. A quasi-experimental design is conducted to validate the impact of this method on students' learning achievements, engagement, and satisfaction. The experimental results demonstrate that the proposed approach enhances students' learning achievement, critical thinking, and problem-solving competence. Moreover, students engaged in scenario-based learning show more proactive learning behavior compared to the control group. Based on these findings, specific recommendations for developing effective learning strategies and incorporating computer-supported collaborative learning environments in medical and healthcare educational materials are suggested.