Heterosexism in nursing education
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Using Learning Outcome Measures to assess Doctoral Nursing Education
Published on: June 21, 2010
Abstract:
If we are to take seriously the challenge of teaching nursing students skills in critical thinking, as nurse educators we must examine the most difficult issues facing society and nurses. Heterosexism and the resulting homophobia are such issues. This article provides an introduction to the concepts of heterosexism and homophobia and describes how they intersect and are revealed in nursing education. The consequences of heterosexism and homophobia are illustrated using examples from our experiences as lesbian and heterosexual nurse educators. We conclude with an action plan for undermining heterosexism and homophobia.
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