ARCS-Based Training to Improve Nursing Students' Communication, Motivation, and Self-Efficacy

Condition(s) studied

Investigational drug(s) / intervention(s)

The ARCS Motivation Model Education: The ARCS Motivation Model Education-focused on Attention, Relevance, Confidence, and Satisfaction

Study summary

This study explores the impact of an ARCS-based training program on nursing students' communication skills, learning motivation, and self-efficacy. Communication is essential in nursing for quality patient care and safety, yet students often struggle with it. The ARCS Motivation Model-focused on Attention, Relevance, Confidence, and Satisfaction-aims to boost motivation and improve learning outcomes. Using a randomized controlled design, the study compares an experimental group receiving ARCS-based training with a control group receiving traditional education. Key outcomes include improved communication skills, motivation, and self-efficacy. This research highlights the potential of the ARCS model in enhancing nursing education and student performance.

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Primary outcome measure(s)

• communication skills — 1 week before and 2 weeks after the intervention
  Communication Skills Measured by: Effective Communication Skills Scale (Range: 34-170; higher scores indicate better communication skills)
• learning motivation — 1 week before and 2 weeks after the intervention
  MotivationMeasured by: Motivation Scale Related to Instructional Material (Range: 33-165; higher scores indicate better learning motivation)
• self-efficacy levels — 1 week before and 2 weeks after the intervention
  Self-efficacy Measured by: Academic Self-Efficacy Scale (Range: 33-165; higher scores indicate better self-efficacy)

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