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Cultural discovery: an innovative philosophy for creative learning activities
1City University of New York, College of Staten Island, USA.
Summary
This study introduces Cultural Discovery, a learner-centered approach to integrate transcultural nursing concepts for diverse nursing students. It helps them conduct cultural assessments and understand culturally congruent care.
Area of Science:
- Nursing Education
- Transcultural Nursing
- Cultural Competency
Background:
- Associate degree nursing programs educate diverse student populations.
- Nontraditional students require tailored learning experiences.
- Cultural diversity necessitates culturally congruent healthcare.
Purpose of the Study:
- To describe a philosophical approach for integrating transcultural nursing into a first-semester associate degree nursing course.
- To design a learner-centered activity fostering critical thinking in culturally diverse students.
- To emphasize cognitive and affective learning outcomes related to culture, aging, and health.
Main Methods:
- The "Cultural Discovery" approach was implemented over eight weeks.
- Components included readings, classroom activities, library programs, videotapes, interviews, and literature reviews.
- The Leininger Acculturation Health Care Assessment Enabler was utilized.
Main Results:
- Beginning nursing students learned to conduct basic cultural assessments.
- Students identified intra-group cultural similarities and differences.
- Students distinguished acculturation dimensions and recognized the importance of culturally congruent care.
Conclusions:
- The "Cultural Discovery" approach effectively enhances nursing students' cultural competence.
- This method supports the development of critical thinking and affective skills in diverse learners.
- Integrating transcultural nursing early is vital for preparing culturally congruent practitioners.