The Effect of Flipped Learning on Handwashing Skills

Condition(s) studied

Investigational drug(s) / intervention(s)

surgical handwashing training with flipped learning method: One of these innovative approaches is the Flipped Learning Model (FLM). Unlike traditional teaching, in the FLM, students prepare for the topic individually by accessing teaching materials (videos and presentations) prepared online prior to class; in class, they consolidate their learning through interactive activities that support discussion, case presentations and practical application. By promoting active and student-centred learning environments, the model enables nursing students to develop their self-directed learning skills. No studies have been found in the literature where surgical handwashing training has been delivered using the flipped learning technique.

Study summary

Brief Summary The aim of this randomised controlled intervention study is to investigate the effect of the flipped learning model on nursing students' knowledge and skills regarding surgical hand hygiene. The study will be conducted with two groups, each comprising 64 participants: a control group and an intervention group. Participants in the control group will receive surgical hand hygiene training using traditional teaching methods, whilst those in the intervention group will receive training using the flipped learning approach.

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Primary outcome measure(s)

• Surgical Handwashing Skills Assessment Scale — Data will be collected in the first and third months.
  The Surgical Handwashing Skills Assessment Scale, developed by Şengör et al. (2025), is an analytical, performance-based assessment scale designed to evaluate observable and sequential behaviours based on standardised surgical handwashing protocols. This scale consists of 13 sequential and standardised steps based on surgical handwashing protocols and is designed to assess performance observable through direct observation. The maximum total score obtainable from the scale is 26 points. Each step is scored using the scale according to both the accuracy of execution and the correctness of the sequence: 0 = Inadequate 1. = Partially Adequate 2. = Adequate This scoring approach aims not to reflect increasing levels of overall competence, but to determine whether each critical step has been performed in accordance with standardised expectations.

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