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Growth in a context of cultural marginality: North American nurse educators in Japan
B S Furuta1, M A Petrini, A J Davis
1Kawasaki University of Medical Welfare, Kurashiki, Japan.
Background:
Concepts of marginality and partnership emerged from a questionnaire completed by 12 North American nurse educators working long term in Japan.
Methods:
To study individual perceptions regarding current professional and personal experiences, including language competency, roles and responsibilities in a different culture, contributions made, and management of daily living. Respondents also made recommendations to others who accepted similar assignments.
Results:
The data revealed growth accomplished and challenges encountered as a result of marginal status in the Japanese context with varying levels of socio-cultural adaptation.
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