NURS FPX 6030 Assessment 6 Final Project Submission

• Almasloukh et al. (2023), review several studies to conclude that it is imperative to improve NCLEX success rate among nursing students through modifying educational strategies. They suggested some strategies, out of which one that is relevant to my project is simulation as an active learning strategy. This strategy encourages students to engage with the curriculum meaningfully and practically rather than simply memorizing it. The blended learning approach planned to be introduced through this project has similar benefits. Thus, the study and the information outsourced from this study are essential for the project. 
• Another research article by Shatto et al. (2019), examines the effectiveness of active learning methods in improving student performance on the NCLEX-RN. Initially, the paper presents the importance of enhancing NCLEX success rate, followed by explaining the efficiency of active learning, which is mainly about switching from traditional to student-focused learning methods. These include blended learning, problem-based learning, case studies, and simulation. This article is related to my project as it provides a comprehensive understanding of the need identified within the project and the targeted intervention proposed. Insights from this article helped in developing effective interventions. 

NURS FPX 6030 Assessment 6 Final Project Submission

• Another study explains that since nursing education is full of complexities, utilizing a blended learning approach through online modules and simulations has effectively improved student outcomes and interaction with the learning management systems (Sáiz-Manzanares et al., 2020). This study is beneficial for my project as it advocates for utilizing a blended learning approach within the course to improve student learning outcomes and critical thinking ability, which is an essential aspect of NCLEX, as the exam is based on testing critical thinking and manipulations rather than memorized content. 
• A review article by McNally et al. (2019) highlighted the importance of supporting diversity in nursing education. It emphasized the need to make ongoing efforts to help students from different backgrounds (social, economic, cultural, and occupational) to be part of nursing schools. My project also caters to the population of LPN students from various backgrounds and occupational settings. Therefore, this review article supports my project’s target population. 
• A study examines the effectiveness of the online flipped classroom model, stating that the model has been effective, especially in COVID, for remote studying. This model has resulted in higher pass rates similar to the traditional teaching method, with some limitations (Du et al., 2023). This article is related to my project as the model is student-centered, so that it can improve student outcomes, including NCLEX pass rates. Moreover, the flipped classroom model gives leverage for students to study at their own pace, regardless of their multiple commitments. 

NURS FPX 6030 Assessment 6 Final Project Submission

• A systematic review by Özbay and Çınar (2021) presents the effectiveness of flipped classroom teaching methods in nursing education. The study found that such methods are essential to improve or maintain academic performance, enhance student satisfaction, and augment their clinical skills and capabilities. This article is connected to my project to improve NCLEX success rates, as the interest of educators is to improve student performance, which is one of the outcomes of flipped classrooms, as per the review. Secondly, the critical success measure of NCLEX pass rates is enhanced clinical competencies, another significant outcome of the flipped classroom model as per the review. Thus, this review is helpful in the development of my interventional plan. 
• Another article that supports the impact of flipped classrooms presents some other outcomes of this teaching methodology. It mentions that along with improved academic performance, the flipped classroom model is impactful for increasing problem-solving and critical thinking abilities (Lelean & Edwards, 2020). Such outcomes are essential for my project as one of the purposes of the NCLEX exam is to test students’ ability to solve clinical issues using critical thinking. This article is vital for my project as it supports the need addressed and the planned intervention. 

My PICOT project is supported by credible evidence. The relevance, credibility, and trustworthiness of these pieces of evidence can be assessed using CRAAP criteria – currency, relevance, authority, accuracy, and purpose. The CRAAP criteria are developed for researchers to find authentic resources that fall under the current date of pu