A global health analysis project for baccalaureate nursing students

Area of Science:

• Global Health
• Nursing Education

Background:

• International nursing and global health initiatives are crucial for addressing worldwide health disparities.
• Integrating global health perspectives into nursing curricula prepares students for diverse healthcare environments.

Purpose of the Study:

• To describe an international nursing/global health analysis project conducted in a U.S. baccalaureate nursing classroom.
• To outline project requirements, student activities, and evaluation methods for this global health project.

Main Methods:

• Senior-level baccalaureate nursing students formed groups to select an International Council of Nursing (ICN) member country.
• Students utilized diverse resources including libraries, embassies, the internet, and personal contacts for data collection.
• Data gathered focused on nursing and healthcare systems within the chosen country.

Main Results:

• Student groups synthesized gathered nursing and healthcare data over one semester.
• Synthesized materials were presented to classmates, fostering peer learning and knowledge sharing.
• A comprehensive portfolio of materials was compiled for faculty and student reference.

Conclusions:

• The project provides a practical framework for teaching international nursing and global health concepts.
• This experiential learning approach enhances students' analytical skills and global health awareness.
• The collected data and student work serve as valuable resources for future academic endeavors.