Using Generative AI in nursing education: Students' perceptions.

Journal: BMC medical education
Published Date: Jul 1, 2025

Abstract

Generative Artificial Intelligence (Gen AI) has brought about a significant transformation in various societal domains, including higher education. It offers a plethora of advantages aimed at enhancing learning outcomes in higher education. This research aimed to examine the factors affecting student performance in nursing when Gen AI is employed in undergraduate nursing programs at Palestinian higher education institutions. A survey was developed based on prior studies, and data were gathered from 517 undergraduate nursing students across various Palestinian higher education institutions. The data were analyzed using Smart PLS. The results indicated that trust in AI positively influences the perceived usefulness of Gen AI and enhances student performance in nursing education. However, the study also noted that AI competencies have a negative impact on student performance. This study's contribution lies in highlighting the critical role of trust in Gen AI in enhancing perceived usefulness and learning outcomes in nursing education. One limitation of this study is its reliance on self-reported instruments, suggesting that future research should consider adopting a mixed-methods and experimental research approach.

Authors

  • Zuheir N Khlaif
    Faculty of Humanities and Educational Sciences, An Najah National University, Nablus, Occupied Palestinian Territory, Palestine. zkhlaif@najah.edu.
  • Nisreen Salameh
    College of Nursing, Arab American University, Jenin, Palestine.
  • Mousa Ajouz
    Palestine Ahliya University, Bethlehem, Occupied Palestinian Territory, Palestine.
  • Allam Mousa
    Artificial Intelligence and Virtual Reality Research Center, Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering, An Najah National University, Nablus, Occupied Palestinian Territory, Palestine.
  • Jamil Itmazi
    Department of Information Technology, College of Engineering and Information Technology, Palestine Ahliya University, Bethlahem, Occupied Palestinian Territory, Palestine.
  • Abdallah Alwawi
    College of Nursing, Al-Quds University, Abu Dis, Palestine.
  • Aidah Alkaissi
    Dean of the Faculty of Nursing, An Najah National University, Nablus, Palestine.

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