NMNEC Program Evaluation Student Survey Report (2024–2025) Now Available

NMNEC Program Evaluation

The NMNEC Program Evaluation Committee reviewed student survey data across all curriculum levels from the 2024–2025 academic year. Overall, students reported positive experiences with experiential learning, while also identifying opportunities to strengthen simulation design, curriculum structure, and assessment practices. The following summarizes key themes and recommendations.

Key Themes
  • Experiential learning valued: Simulations, Evolve modules, and active learning were consistently identified as strengths.
  • Simulation alignment needs improvement: Clearer pre-briefing and stronger integration with course content were commonly noted needs.
  • Curriculum pacing and workload concerns: Students reported challenges with heavy content load and course sequencing.
  • Instructional consistency: Schedule changes and variability in course organization affected learning continuity.
  • Assessment practices: Concerns were raised regarding high-stakes testing (HESI).
  • Low survey response rates: Limited participation, especially among co-enrolled students, impacted feedback representation.
  • Practice readiness priorities: Increased emphasis requested in documentation, EHR use, and pediatric experiences.
Recommendations
  • Strengthen alignment and consistency of simulation design, including pre-briefing and debriefing
  • Review course sequencing and workload distribution across levels
  • Improve consistency in instructional delivery and scheduling practices
  • Evaluate high-stakes testing approaches and their impact on student learning
  • Enhance strategies to improve survey participation while maintaining voluntary response standards
  • Expand opportunities for practice-ready skills development, including documentation, EHR use, and pediatrics
  • Consider refinements to survey instruments for clearer response interpretation

These findings will inform ongoing NMNEC curriculum improvement efforts and support continued advancement of practice-ready nursing education in New Mexico.

NMNEC faculty members can access the full report and data through the Faculty Login: Program Evaluation Plan & Reports | NMNEC Program Evaluation Student Survey Reports.