Evaluating the impact of formative assessment in nursing education

The Effect of the Formative Assessment Method Applied in the Fundamental of Nursing Course on Students' Knowledge, Skills and Self-Efficacy Levels

NA · Fenerbahce University · NCT06216145

This study tests whether using hands-on practice and feedback in nursing classes can help students improve their skills and understanding.

Quick facts

PhaseNA
Study typeInterventional
Enrollment70 (estimated)
Ages18 Years and up
SexAll
SponsorFenerbahce University (other)
Locations1 site (İ̇stanbul, Üsküdar)
Trial IDNCT06216145 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This study focuses on the application of formative assessment methods in the Nursing Fundamentals Course to enhance students' psychomotor skills. By integrating practical studies in skill laboratories following theoretical instruction, the study aims to provide clear feedback that regulates learning and improves educational outcomes. The formative evaluation process seeks to identify and address learning disruptions, incomplete understanding, and areas needing improvement, benefiting both students and instructors. The study will involve nursing students who volunteer and meet specific eligibility criteria.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are nursing students enrolled in a fundamentals of nursing course who are over 18 years old and willing to participate.

Not a fit: Patients who drop out of the nursing fundamentals course or do not complete the necessary forms will not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could significantly enhance nursing education by improving student learning outcomes and skill acquisition.

How similar studies have performed: While formative assessment methods are widely recognized in educational settings, this specific application in nursing education is relatively novel and may not have been extensively tested.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

* Taking a nursing fundamentals course
* Volunteering to participate in the study
* Being over 18 years old

Exclusion Criteria:

* Dropping out of the fundamentals of nursing course
* Filling out forms incompletely

Where this trial is running

İ̇stanbul, Üsküdar

Study contacts

How to participate

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.

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Conditions: Formative Evaluation, Nursing Skill

Last reviewed 2026-05-15 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.