Anatomy Education in the Digital Age: Attitudes and Learning Habits of Nursing Students
Aim: The aim of this study was to evaluate the attitudes, learning habits, and utilization of technological methods by first-year nursing students regarding the anatomy course. Additionally, the study aimed to acquire data to enhance the effectiveness of anatomy education based on student feedback.Materials and Methods: The research was conducted with 206 nursing students enrolled in the Faculty of Nursing during the 2024-2025 academic year. Data were collected voluntarily through an online questionnaire prepared using Google Forms. The survey included five-point Likert scale questions related to the anatomy course, which was directed to the students. The questionnaire consisted of structured questions evaluating students’ demographic information, perspectives on the course, study methods, and use of technology.Results: Of the participants, 81.6% were female and 18.4% were male. It was determined that students had a high awareness of the professional importance of anatomy, and 68.5% would attend classes even if attendance was not required. The most challenging topics were the peripheral nervous system (65%) and the central nervous system (63.1%). While most students (86.9%) studied from lecture notes, only 33% used textbooks. Regarding the use of technology, the most common resource was YouTube videos (53.9%), while artificial intelligence (30.1%) and special anatomy applications (26.2%) were less preferred.Conclusions: Given the strong motivation of nursing students for learning anatomy and their inclination towards digital materials, it is recommended to enrich the curriculum with interactive applications and technology-supported tools. Designing flexible, and continuous learning environments based on student feedback will enhance both the quality of anatomy education and students’ clinical competency.