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Michelle Honey1, Kim Young2, Hazel Cowls2
1School of Nursing, University of Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand.
This pilot study connected senior nursing students globally. The collaborative online learning fostered a shared understanding of international healthcare systems and inspired future overseas work.
Area of Science:
- Nursing Education
- Global Health
- International Collaboration
Background:
- Developing a global perspective is crucial for healthcare professionals.
- Limited opportunities exist for nursing students to engage with international healthcare systems.
- Online collaboration offers a scalable solution for global health education.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate a pilot learning activity designed to foster a global perspective in nursing students.
- To explore the effectiveness of virtual collaboration in international nursing education.
Main Methods:
- A pilot study involving 15 senior nursing students from New Zealand and the UK.
- Students participated in weekly audio/video-conferenced discussions within eNetwork small-groups over one month.
- Utilized collaborative online learning to facilitate cross-cultural engagement.
Main Results:
- Students reported purposeful engagement with peers from different cultural backgrounds.
- The activity highlighted both cultural differences and similarities in healthcare perspectives.
- A significant interest in pursuing international nursing careers was observed among participants.
Conclusions:
- Virtual collaborative learning is an effective method for developing a global perspective in nursing students.
- International online exchanges can enhance cultural understanding and inspire global health careers.
- Further research into virtual global health education models is warranted.
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