Modelling the case-based learning preferences of undergraduate nursing students using a discrete choice experiment in China

Abstract

PurposeTo investigate the preferences for case-based learning programmes among undergraduate nursing students. MethodA questionnaire was designed based on a discrete choice experiment, and 227 undergraduate nursing students were investigated. In STATA 15.0 software, the data were statistically analysed using a mixed logit model. ResultAll attributes in our study were found to have a significant influence on undergraduate nursing students' preferences for case-based learning programmes. The students' preference for the CBL programme was influenced by the clinical internship experience and type of university. Furthermore, the most ideal scenario was found to be video case modality, unfolding delivery, provided by academic experts and clinical instructors, group size 9–11, adequate feedback, and fragmented case content. ConclusionThe undergraduate nursing students' preferences for case-based learning programmes were affected by the provider, case modality, modality, group size, feedback, and case content. Our results can provide useful information for nursing educators to gain insight into student preferences and formulate case-based learning programs.