The PROJECT METHODOLOGY IN TEACHING AND LEARNING: THE PERSPECTIVE OF NURSING STUDENTS

A Perspetiva dos Estudantes de Enfermagem

Authors

  • Armando Sousa Escola Superior de Enfermagem de São José de Cluny; Investigador Integrado no Centro de Investigação, Inovação e Desenvolvimento em Enfermagem de Lisboa (CIDNUR) https://orcid.org/0000-0002-6393-5896
  • Noélia Pimenta Gomes Escola Superior de Enfermagem de São José de Cluny; Investigador Integrado do Research and Innovation Center for Health (RICH) https://orcid.org/0000-0003-0878-9731
  • Cristina Bárbara Prestana Escola Superior de Enfermagem de São José de Cluny
  • Maria Eugénia Pestana Gonçalves Escola Superior de Enfermagem de São José de Cluny
  • Maria Olívia Barcelos Escola Superior de Enfermagem de São José de Cluny

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.25767/se.v34i1%20(Em%20Progresso).42159

Keywords:

Projetos, Ensino, Metodologia como assunto, estudantes de enfermagem, perspectiva, ensino de enfermagem

Abstract

Aim: This article aims to identify students' perspectives and experiences regarding the use of project methodology in their learning process, highlighting the strengths and areas for improvement. It focuses on how students view this approach, exploring both the positive and challenging aspects, and ultimately, assessing its effectiveness as perceived by the students themselves. Method: A quantitative, descriptive, and analytical study was carried out using a questionnaire created with Artificial Intelligence (AI) support and approved by the faculty members. The participants referred to this research article with confidentiality have been given adequate information about the study and voluntarily agreed to participate. Data were analyzed using Microsoft Excel and SPSS (Statistical Package for the Social Sciences) software. Results: The study included 64 students, mostly from the Bachelor's Degree in Nursing program, followed by the Postgraduate Course in Healthcare Services Management. The dimensions “pedagogical articulation”,  “student collaboration and autonomy,” and “pedagogical effectiveness” received positive agreement rates of 74.5%, 79.7%, and 67.1%, respectively. The “competency development” dimension achieved a high agreement rate (82.3%). Strengths highlighted included “continuous mentoring,” “execution autonomy,” and “critical thinking development.” Areas for improvement mentioned were “execution time”' and “lack of a project guideline”.  Conclusion and Implications: Project-based methodology is a powerful tool, but its success depends on continuous adjustments and commitment from all stakeholders in the educational process. Furthermore, integrating it with interdisciplinary practices could enhance its effectiveness in preparing students for real-world professional challenges.

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Published

2025-08-06

How to Cite

Sousa, A., Pimenta Gomes, N., Prestana, C. B., Pestana Gonçalves, M. E. ., & Barcelos, M. O. . (2025). The PROJECT METHODOLOGY IN TEACHING AND LEARNING: THE PERSPECTIVE OF NURSING STUDENTS: A Perspetiva dos Estudantes de Enfermagem. Saber & Educar, 34(1 (Em Progresso). https://doi.org/10.25767/se.v34i1 (Em Progresso).42159