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Emotional learning within the framework of nursing education
Bjørg Christiansen1, Karen Jensen
1Oslo University College, Faculty of Nursing, P.O. Box 4, St. Olavs pl., N-0130 Oslo, Norway. bjorg.christiansen@su.hio.no
Nurse Education in Practice
|February 22, 2008
Summary
Peer learning and role-play activities can help nursing students develop essential emotional skills for professional practice. This qualitative study highlights how constructive feedback enhances self-expression and adaptive behaviors in future nurses.
Area of Science:
- Nursing Education
- Healthcare Professional Development
- Emotional Intelligence in Healthcare
Background:
- Nursing practice necessitates emotional investment and alignment with professional norms.
- Developing these emotional competencies is crucial for effective patient care.
- Existing educational methods may not fully address the emotional development of nursing students.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore the impact of peer learning and role-play on nursing students' emotional development.
- To investigate how communication courses can foster professional emotional alignment.
- To understand the role of constructive feedback in enhancing nursing students' expressive and adaptive behaviors.
Main Methods:
- Qualitative study conducted with third-year nursing students at Oslo University College.
- Utilized a combination of observational methods and focus group interviews.
- Focused on a specific communication course designed for nursing students.
Main Results:
- Peer feedback on experiences and performance facilitated students' development of a broader range of self-expression.
- Students learned to better adapt their behavior to meet the needs of patients through collaborative learning.
- Role-playing sessions, combined with peer commentary, proved effective in skill development.
Conclusions:
- Peer learning and role-play are valuable pedagogical tools for cultivating emotional intelligence in nursing students.
- These methods enhance students' ability to express themselves and adapt their conduct in clinical settings.
- The findings suggest a practical approach to improving nursing education and preparing emotionally competent healthcare professionals.
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