The recent shift towards collaborative learning approaches in nursing education can be attributed to several factors, including rapid advancements in science and technology, the dynamic landscape of knowledge, the evolving healthcare system and the growing population of nursing students (Oermann, 2015). These innovative methods actively engage students in the learning process, contrasting with the traditional memorization-based methods. Cooperative learning, as one of these approaches, allows students to collaborate in small groups with the aim of accomplishing a shared learning objective. Through the exchange of information and mutual support, all members of the group actively contribute to the collective success (Van Ryzin et al., 2020). This process fosters self-confidence, problem-solving, communication and critical thinking skills, while also encouraging students to actively engage in their own learning journey (Doymuş et al., 2009). It also nurtures collaborative behavior as students learn to listen to and complement one another's ideas, which can help students develop new perspectives and support their own learning. Cooperative learning has been shown to improve academic achievement, social development and psychological well-being in students (Stamovlasis et al., 2006, Tran and Lewis, 2012).

The Jigsaw learning technique, a notable cooperative learning approach developed by Eliot Aronson and his colleagues in 1978, stands out among other methods. In this approach, each student is assigned a specific subtopic within a subject and then teaches their specialized subject to their fellow group members (Safkolam et al., 2023, Shakerian et al., 2020). The Jigsaw learning has been recognized for its ability to enhance various aspects of students' learning experiences. Effective implementation of this technique has been shown to significantly boost students' self-confidence, communication skills, problem-solving skills, attitudes towards learning, motivation, sense of responsibility, academic achievement and knowledge retention (Melinamani et al., 2017, Oakes et al., 2019; Philips and Fusco, 2015; Safkolam et al., 2023).

The jigsaw learning technique offers more mobility compared with the traditional classroom environment, allowing students to move and actively participate in their learning. Therefore, it helps students to effectively express their point of view, actively participate in the learning process, improve their achievements, skills and positive attitudes.

A comprehensive literature review revealed that while meta-analyses have assessed the impact of cooperative learning methods on students, none have been conducted in recent years (specifically from January 2011 to December 2022) to examine the effects of the Jigsaw technique exclusively applied to nursing students. Specifically, there is a gap in research focusing on the Jigsaw method's influence on nursing students' academic achievements, psychomotor skills and attitudes. To address this gap in knowledge, the present study explores the application of the Jigsaw, a form of collaborative learning, as an innovative approach in nursing education. The research aims to shed light on how the Jigsaw learning has an impact on nursing students in these three key areas.