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Civic engagement and nursing education
1Department of Nursing, Boise State University, Boise, Idaho 83725, USA. pgehrke@boisestate.edu
ANS. Advances in Nursing Science
|June 10, 2010
Summary
Civic engagement is declining, impacting community and democratic participation. Universities are promoting student involvement, with nurse educators urged to foster civic skills through experiential learning and mentorship.
Area of Science:
- Civic Engagement and Democracy
- Higher Education
- Nursing Education
Background:
- Declining civic behavior indicators show reduced societal connectedness and participation in governance.
- Universities are actively working to increase college students' democratic involvement.
- This trend has significant implications for nursing education and the profession's future.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore the role of nursing education in revitalizing civic engagement among students.
- To advocate for the integration of civic education within nursing curricula.
- To prepare nurses as active citizens in policy and community problem-solving.
Main Methods:
- Review of current university initiatives to enhance student civic participation.
- Analysis of the potential impact of civic engagement on the nursing profession.
- Recommendations for nurse educators on pedagogical approaches.
Main Results:
- Experiential learning is identified as a key strategy for teaching civic skills.
- Nurse educators can foster political advocacy and policymaking abilities.
- Mentorship is crucial for developing nurses as engaged citizens.
Conclusions:
- Nursing education must adapt to promote civic engagement.
- Nurse educators should implement experiential learning and mentorship.
- Fostering nurse citizens strengthens both the profession and democratic processes.
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