Research on the Application of Workshop Teaching Mode Based on DEU Concept in Nursing Student Teaching

Abstract

Objective: To investigate the implementation effects of the workshop teaching model based on the DEU (Dedicated Education Unit) philosophy in clinical nursing education for intern nurses, and analyze its impacts on students’ critical thinking abilities, operational skill levels, and satisfaction. Methods: A total of 80 undergraduate nursing students interning at a tertiary hospital in Deyang City from January to June 2025 were randomly divided into an experimental group (40 students) and a control group (40 students). The control group received conventional lecture-based instruction, while the experimental group adopted the DEU-based workshop teaching model. Comparative analyses were conducted on theoretical scores, operational assessment results, Critical Thinking Inventory (CTDI-CV) scores, and satisfaction surveys between the two groups. Results: The experimental group demonstrated significantly higher theoretical scores, operational skill assessments, and critical thinking dimension scores compared to the control group (P < 0.05), with notable improvements in teaching satisfaction. Conclusion: Integrating the DEU philosophy with workshop teaching models can effectively enhance clinical teaching quality, strengthen nursing students’ comprehensive competencies, and boost learning motivation. This approach is recommended for widespread adoption in clinical nursing education.