Communities of reflection in nurse education programs: A qualitative multi-methods study.
Nurse Educ Today
; 140: 106293, 2024 09.
Article
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| ID: mdl-38936042
ABSTRACT
BACKGROUND:
Nursing students often face challenges reconciling theoretical concepts with clinical realities. This study examines a novel concept 'Communities of Reflection' designed and tested to enhance coherency between theory and practice. The concept involves reflection groups comprising students, preceptors, and faculty during clinical placements.AIM:
To examine the meaning of 'Communities of Reflection' regarding the coherency between theory and practice as perceived by the involved participants.METHOD:
A qualitative multi-methods approach involved nursing students, preceptors, and faculty members who participated in 'Communities of Reflection.' Data collection methods included interviews, focus groups, written reflections, and observations.FINDINGS:
The content analysis revealed that 'Communities of Reflection' facilitate a shared engagement in nursing, fostering a deeper level of reflection. Creating a safe space and embracing vulnerability are key aspects of this shared engagement.CONCLUSION:
'Communities of Reflection' offer a valuable framework for promoting coherency between theory and practice. It appears to be crucial to students' outcomes that a well-established, equitable theory-practice partnership is the solid foundation, acknowledging that emotions can serve as a catalyst for the development of professional expertise.Mots clés
Texte intégral:
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Collection:
01-internacional
Base de données:
MEDLINE
Sujet principal:
Stage pratique guidé
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Élève infirmier
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Groupes de discussion
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Recherche qualitative
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Corps enseignant et administratif de l'école d'infirmières
Limites:
Female
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Humans
Langue:
En
Journal:
Nurse Educ Today
Sujet du journal:
EDUCACAO
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ENFERMAGEM
Année:
2024
Type de document:
Article