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Scoping review explores self-determination's influence on academic engagement in nursing students, indicating its importance for educational strategies.
Background: Self determination is a crucial psychological aspect that impacts the motivation, academic performance, and overall well being of nursing students. A comprehensive understanding of its influence and role can help nursing educators design more effective learning strategies. Purpose: This scoping review aims to explore the influence and role of self-determination in nursing students and identify existing research gaps. Methods: This review was conducted using the Arksey and O Malley methodological framework, with guidance from the PRISMA ScR guidelines. Articles were searched in the CINAHL, Scopus, and Proquest databases using the keywords "self determination theory" OR "autonomous motivation" OR "self-determination") AND ("nursing student" OR "nursing undergraduate" OR "nursing education") AND ("motivation" OR "academic engagement" OR "clinical competence"). Results: Of the 83 articles found, 11 met the criteria. Analysis showed that self determination plays a significant role in enhancing students intrinsic motivation, academic engagement, clinical competence, and psychological well being. Supporting factors include autonomy support from faculty, a collaborative learning climate, and meaningful clinical experiences. However, research examining specific interventions to enhance self determination is limited. Conclusion: Self determination plays a crucial role in supporting the academic and psychological success of nursing students. Further research is needed to develop effective intervention strategies that optimize self determination in the context of nursing education.
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