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The journey to nursing professionalism: a learner-centered approach
Marilyn K Rhodes1, Michelle S Schutt, Ginny W Langham
1Auburn Montgomery School of Nursing, Montgomery, Alabama, USA. mrhodes2@aum.edu
Nursing Education Perspectives
|March 16, 2012
Summary
This study enhanced nursing professionalism education using Miller's Wheel framework and interactive seminars. The approach improved student engagement and faculty satisfaction, fostering professional behavior development.
Area of Science:
- Nursing Education
- Professionalism in Nursing
Background:
- Baccalaureate nursing programs require focused instruction on professionalism.
- Traditional methods may not fully engage students in exploring professional nursing issues.
Purpose of the Study:
- To implement and evaluate a biannual baccalaureate nursing seminar focused on professionalism.
- To enhance student learning and critical thinking regarding professional nursing tenets.
Main Methods:
- Utilized a seminar structure for a baccalaureate nursing program.
- Employed Miller's Wheel of Professionalism in Nursing as a discussion framework.
- Incorporated diverse teaching strategies: slide shows, expert lectures, and scenario-based discussions.
Main Results:
- Observed increased faculty satisfaction compared to previous years.
- Reported higher student participation and engagement.
- Facilitated a deeper foundation for professional behavior development.
Conclusions:
- Miller's Wheel framework and varied teaching strategies effectively enhance nursing professionalism education.
- The seminar structure promotes interaction, critical thinking, and professional development in nursing students.
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