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Is our student portfolio valued?

Gina Dolan1, Gavin Fairbairn, Sue Harris

  • 1School Of Care Sciences, University of Glamorgan, Pontypridd, CF37 1DL, UK. gcdolan@glam.ac.uk

Nurse Education Today
|December 24, 2003
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The student portfolio for nursing students aimed to bridge the theory-practice gap but saw limited use. Recommendations focused on integrating the portfolio into the curriculum to enhance its adoption and effectiveness.

Area of Science:

  • Nursing Education
  • Healthcare Professional Development

Background:

  • A student portfolio was implemented for pre-registration nursing students to address the theory-practice divide and equip them with registration skills.
  • The initiative aimed to provide nursing students with essential skills for professional registration.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the effectiveness of the student portfolio in meeting perceived needs.
  • To identify potential benefits experienced by students using the portfolio.
  • To assess student and staff perceptions and usage patterns of the portfolio.

Main Methods:

  • Semi-structured interviews and focus groups were conducted with students and staff.
  • Findings informed the design of a questionnaire administered to 219 students.
  • Quantitative data analyzed student experiences and portfolio usefulness.

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Main Results:

  • Students reported infrequent use of the portfolio, primarily engaging with academic sections like summative assessments (essays).
  • A significant majority (74%) felt insufficient time was allocated to portfolio work.
  • The portfolio's non-compulsory nature led to it not being prioritized by students and staff.

Conclusions:

  • While the potential value of student portfolios is recognized, their integration into the curriculum is crucial for increased utilization.
  • Study findings influenced the development of the All Wales Student Portfolio in 2002.
  • Enhancing portfolio integration is key to maximizing its benefits in nursing education.