Adapting and Integrating Photovoice in a Baccalaureate Community Course to Enhance Clinical Experiential Learning

Area of Science:

• Community Health Nursing
• Qualitative Research Methods
• Educational Strategies

Background:

• The study presents the adaptation and integration of photovoice, a qualitative research method, into the Community Health Nursing clinical course.
• The primary aim was to foster students' clinical reasoning skills within a community setting.

Purpose of the Study:

• To evaluate the effectiveness of photovoice as a teaching strategy in community health nursing education.
• To enhance students' clinical reasoning and engagement in community-based health initiatives.

Main Methods:

• Photovoice was implemented as a pedagogical tool during windshield surveys and key informant interviews.
• Students utilized disposable cameras to capture community-related photographs.
• Photographs were subsequently shared and discussed with faculty and community members.

Main Results:

• Students actively engaged in exploring sustainable, community-based interventions.
• The method facilitated discussions on health promotion and protection strategies within the community context.

Conclusions:

• Photovoice serves as an effective teaching strategy tool in clinical courses.
• It promotes experiential learning and enhances clinical reasoning development.