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Student-instructor relationships in nursing education.

J W Griffith, A J Bakanauskas

    The Journal of Nursing Education
    |March 1, 1983
    PubMed
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    Nursing instructors foster student competence by acting as facilitators. A supportive, trusting relationship enhances student self-concept, academic performance, and professional growth in nursing.

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    Area of Science:

    • Nursing Education
    • Professional Development
    • Higher Education Pedagogy

    Background:

    • The student-instructor relationship significantly impacts nursing student learning and competence.
    • Power dynamics, particularly female faculty exerting power over students, can negatively affect student self-perception and academic performance.
    • A positive correlation exists between student self-concept and academic achievement.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To explore the role of the nursing instructor as a facilitator in the student-instructor helping relationship.
    • To examine how instructor behaviors influence student self-concept, competence, and professional growth.
    • To highlight the importance of therapeutic communication and role modeling in nursing education.

    Main Methods:

    • Qualitative analysis of the student-instructor helping relationship dynamics.
    • Exploration of pedagogical approaches in nursing education.
    • Review of existing research on self-concept and academic performance in nursing students.

    Main Results:

    • A collegial, facilitator role for nursing instructors promotes student learning and competence.
    • Open communication and genuine interest from instructors enhance student self-concept and cognitive abilities.
    • Faculty acting as role models in a trusting, helping relationship facilitates skill acquisition and professional development.

    Conclusions:

    • Nursing instructors can significantly facilitate personal and professional growth by adopting a helping relationship approach.
    • Therapeutic communication skills are best acquired when faculty model these behaviors authentically.
    • Empowering students through a supportive learning environment is crucial for developing competent and confident nursing professionals.

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