Introducing undergraduate students to global health challenges through web-based learning

Area of Science:

• Nursing Education
• Global Health
• Health Communication

Background:

• International travel for global health exposure is costly for students.
• There is a need for accessible learning methods to foster global health awareness.
• Nurses require leadership skills for effective global health engagement.

Purpose of the Study:

• To describe a global health course for nursing students.
• To highlight the use of web-based and interactive learning strategies.
• To emphasize the role of written communication in preparing nurses for global health.

Main Methods:

• Implementing diverse web-based learning experiences.
• Utilizing interactive strategies to simulate global health exposure.
• Integrating a strong focus on developing written communication skills.

Main Results:

• Students gain increased awareness of global health concepts.
• Future nurses are better equipped for leadership roles in global health.
• Enhanced communication skills prepare nurses for diverse global health settings.

Conclusions:

• Web-based and interactive methods offer an effective alternative to international travel for global health education.
• A curriculum emphasizing communication is crucial for developing global health nurse leaders.
• This approach promotes accessible and impactful global health learning experiences for nursing students.