"Medical and Nursing Issues: Selected Readings" is an English-taught elective that develops nursing students’ interest in health care topics through discussion and assigned readings, cultivating critical thinking and English proficiency. However, inadequate English ability often limits reading completion, classroom interaction, and learning outcomes. To address this, the course will be redesigned with enhanced pre-reading support, question-based assessments, and targeted strategies for oral expression and vocabulary. Innovations include pre-reading video enhancements and the integration of spherical video-based virtual reality (SVVR) to create immersive learning experiences. A quasi-experimental one-group pretest–posttest design will be conducted, using the Rubric of English-Speaking Performance, the Technology Acceptance Model Inventory, and online assessments. Data analysis will apply descriptive statistics and paired t-tests. The redesign aims to provide a supportive learning environment, reinforce pre-reading and oral practice, and improve comprehension and engagement. Expected outcomes include elevated English proficiency, improved teaching effectiveness, a revised course outline, two SVVR teaching modules, and a research publication. This project also aligns with Taiwan’s 2030 Bilingual Policy by enhancing students’ professional English and international competitiveness.

Authors:
Ming-Fen Tsai, Chang Gung University of Science and Technology, Taiwan
Hong-Che Chen, Chang Gung University of Science and Technology, Taiwan
Hsiang-Chun Lee, Chang Gung University of Science and Technology, Taiwan

About the Presenter(s)
Ming-Fen Tsai, Associate Professor at Chang Gung University of Science and Technology and surgical nurse practitioner. She is interested in cardiovascular care, nursing education, and digital learning.

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