Action methods in the classroom: creative strategies for nursing education

Area of Science:

• Nursing Education
• Psychology
• Social Sciences

Background:

• Experiential learning is crucial for developing professional nursing roles.
• Action methods, originating from Jacob L. Moreno's psychodrama, provide a framework for experiential learning.
• Nurse faculty may lack understanding of the theoretical basis or therapeutic applications of action methods.

Purpose of the Study:

• To explore Jacob L. Moreno's psychodrama and sociodrama concepts for application in nursing education.
• To provide practical examples and guidance for nurse educators using action methods.
• To bridge the gap between understanding and implementing action methods in nursing classrooms.

Main Methods:

• Exploration of Jacob L. Moreno's theories on psychodrama and sociodrama.
• Adaptation of action methods for nursing classroom settings.
• Presentation of practical examples and teaching tips for incorporating action methods.

Main Results:

• Action methods can be effectively integrated into nursing education to foster role development.
• Understanding the theoretical underpinnings enhances faculty's ability to utilize these methods.
• Numerous examples demonstrate the versatility of action methods in diverse classroom scenarios.

Conclusions:

• Action methods offer a valuable pedagogical tool for nursing education.
• Educators can successfully implement psychodrama and sociodrama techniques to enhance student learning.
• Further exploration and adoption of action methods can strengthen the development of professional nursing roles.