Abstract:

Objective To apply generative artificial intelligence （GenAI） technology to assist case-based teaching in the Adult Nursing course，exploring feasible pathways for effectively integrating AI technology into classroom teaching and evaluating its impact. Methods A GenAI-assisted case-based teaching framework was developed and implemented in the Adult Nursing course during the second semester of the 2024—2025 academic year （n=182）. Outcome and process evaluation scores were collected and compared with the scores of students from previous cohorts who participated in traditional case-based teaching for the same course （n=167）. Results Students in the GenAI-assisted group demonstrated significantly higher post-test scores （P=0.019），analytical process evaluation scores （P<0.001），and discussion participation rates （P=0.002） than the traditional group. Over 50% of students reported that GenAI-assisted case-based comprehension，mastery of key concepts，and learning motivation. Conclusion The teaching practice of case-based teaching empowered by GenAI technology has achieved certain results in improving teaching effectiveness and enhancing students’ participation in discussions. In subsequent course teaching，teachers need to further strengthen guidance and supervision of students’ standardized use of GenAI，deeply promote the effective integration of AI technology and classroom teaching，and improving the quality of talent cultivation.

Key words: Nursing, Education, Adult Nursing, Curriculum, Generative Artificial Intelligence, Case-based Learning