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[Peer mentorship: nursing student and clinical preceptor perceptions].
Giampiera Bulfone1, Rosanna Cremonini, Antonietta Zanini
1Tutor Corso di Laurea in Infermieristica di Udine.
This study examined a peer teaching model in nursing education where third-year students guide first-year students. While beneficial, challenges exist for both guides and supervisors, highlighting the need for better preparation.
Area of Science:
- Nursing Education
- Clinical Pedagogy
Background:
- Clinical teaching in nursing aims to develop technical skills and professional responsibility.
- Peer teaching is a recognized strategy to enhance student learning.
- The Nursing School of Udine utilizes a peer teaching model where senior students guide junior students.
Purpose of the Study:
- To analyze student and clinical tutor perceptions of a specific peer teaching model.
- To evaluate the effectiveness and challenges of the "guide" role in nursing apprenticeship.
Main Methods:
- Observational study design.
- Sample included 40 third-year students, 150 first-year students, and 40 clinical tutors.
- Data collected via questionnaires during academic years 2002/03 and 2003/04.
Main Results:
- Peer teaching demonstrated a positive impact on student learning and development.
- Difficulties were identified for clinical tutors in their supervisory role.
- "Guide" students experienced challenges related to their theoretical, clinical, and pedagogical preparedness.
Conclusions:
- The peer teaching model shows promise but requires refinement.
- Enhanced preparation is necessary for "guide" students to effectively fulfill their role in nursing education.
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