The Effects of Action-Learning based Simulation Practice Program on Interpersonal Communication Competence and Problem Solving Ability of the Nursing Students
10.15715/kjhcom.2019.14.2.109
- Author:
Hye Jin KIM
1
;
Jeong Soo KIM
;
Jeong Woon YANG
Author Information
1. Assistant Professor, College of Nursing, Kyungbok University, Korea.
- Publication Type:Original Article
- Keywords:
Action-learning;
Simulation practice program;
Interpersonal communication competence;
Problem solving ability
- MeSH:
Evaluation Studies as Topic;
Humans;
Mental Competency;
Methods;
Nursing;
Problem Solving;
Students, Nursing
- From:
Health Communication
2019;14(2):109-116
- CountryRepublic of Korea
- Language:Korean
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Abstract:
PURPOSE: The purpose of this study was to investigate the effects of a action-learning based simulation practice program on nursing students' interpersonal communication competence and problem solving ability.METHOD: The action-learning based simulation practice program was developed by using the ADDIE mode. A single group pre-post test and time series design was used. Data was collected from senior in nursing university. 89 students participated in pretest group and 116 students participated in posttest group.RESULTS: Interpersonal communication competence and problem solving ability were significantly higher in posttest group than pretest group.CONCLUSION: Action-learning based simulation practice program is an effective teaching strategy to enhance communication competence and problem solving ability.