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http://dx.doi.org/10.14400/JDC.2015.13.6.197

Correlation Between Critical Thinking Ability and Disposition of University Nursing Students for the Development of Convergence  

Yu, Seung-Hee (Kunjang University Depart. of Nursing)
Kang, Jeong-Hee (Chonbuk National University Depart. of Nursing)
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Journal of Digital Convergence / v.13, no.6, 2015 , pp. 197-203 More about this Journal
Abstract
This study was investigate difference between critical thinking ability and disposition for the development of convergence. Data were collected from Nov. 5th to 16th 2012, using critical thinking instruments. There was no statistically significant difference in critical thinking ability according to scholastic standards and problem-based learning classes but difference according to level of education(senior students were higher than the other grades), clinical practice education and completion of critical thinking subject. There was no statistically significant difference in critical thinking disposition according to anything. Upon examining the correlation between critical thinking ability and disposition, it was significant, although small. Therefore we should separate for evaluation into two parts; critical thinking ability and disposition.
Keywords
Convergence; Students; Critical thinking; Ability; Disposition;
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