The development and effect of CPBL (Creative Problem Based Learning) for nursing students

Abstract

Objectives The purpose of this study was to verify the effectiveness of the CPBL (Creative Problem Based Learning) model on nursing students’ communication skills, resolving (problem-solving) skills and empathy ability. Methodology A quasi-experimental study using a non-equivalent control group: 72 students sampled from the nursing discipline were divided into experimental (n=36) and control groups (n-36). The CPBL program offering was provided to the experimental group for 8 weeks. Data were analyzed with the SPSS /WIN 21.0 program. Results After the application of CPBL model the experimental group showed a significant increase in their abilities in communication, resolving and empathy. Conclusion Stimulus material in CPBL model led to learning outcomes consistent with improved nursing students’ ability in communication, resolving and empathy.

Keywords

• Problem based learning
• Communication
• Problem resolving
• Empathy