What influences mentors to pass or fail students
Lynn Brown1, Valerie Douglas, John Garrity
1University of the West of Scotland.
Nursing Management (Harrow, London, England : 1994)
|September 27, 2012
Summary
Many nursing mentors pass failing students, influenced by various factors. This study offers new insights into this practice and the university
Area of Science:
- Nursing Education
- Mentorship in Healthcare
- Professional Standards
Background:
- Mentorship is crucial for pre-registration nursing students.
- Ensuring safe and competent practitioners requires effective mentorship.
- Previous research highlights factors influencing mentor decisions.
Purpose of the Study:
- To examine mentorship practices for nursing students at the University of the West of Scotland.
- To investigate the phenomenon of "failing to fail" underperforming students.
- To explore the role of universities in supporting mentor-student relationships during practice placements.
Main Methods:
- A survey was distributed to 4,341 mentors.
- A 41% response rate was achieved.
- Quantitative data analysis of survey responses.
Main Results:
- 18% of surveyed mentors reported passing a student who should have failed.
- Identified factors influencing these decisions align with some previous research.
- New perspectives on the "failing to fail" issue were uncovered.
Conclusions:
- University support systems are vital for effective mentorship.
- Understanding mentor decision-making is key to ensuring practitioner competence.
- Findings will inform improved mentorship practices to safeguard public safety.
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