Open AccessFactors affecting the academic performance of midwifery students in Gondar University, north west Ethiopia
Author(s) -
Kahsay Zenebe Gebreslasie,
Temesgen Worku,
Marta Berta
Publication year - 2020
Publication title -
african journal of midwifery and women's health
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
eISSN - 2052-4293
pISSN - 1759-7374
DOI - 10.12968/ajmw.2017.0019
Subject(s) - odds ratio , residence , odds , confidence interval , logistic regression , obstetrics , medicine , psychology , medical education , demography , sociology
Background/Aims The academic performance of midwifery students plays an important role in providing quality midwifery care. However, the current academic performances of students have been found to be unsatisfactory. This study aimed to assess factors associated with the academic performance of midwifery students.Methods An institution-based cross-sectional study was conducted among 149 fourth year midwifery students at the University of Gondar. A structured and pre-tested questionnaire was used to collect the data. Bivariate and multiple logistic regression were calculated and the odds ratio with 95% confidence interval were computed to identify associated factors and determine the strength of association. A P value of 3.25 (adjusted odds ratio=16, P=0.001) were significantly associated with good academic performance.Conclusions Students' academic performance was good. Residence, teacher's role and student's background were significantly associated with good academic performance. Attention should be given to students from urban residences and the teacher's role in the skills laboratory. Additionally, students should be encouraged to perform well academically from high school onwards.