ABSTRACT
Reflection is a widely accepted learning tool and a component of competent professional practice. An exploratory descriptive study was conducted to compare the breadth and level of reflection between students engaged in individual reflection papers and students engaged in an online group reflection discussion after an international cultural immersion service-learning program. Results indicated that students participating in the online group discussion had a higher level of reflective thinking and discussed more topics in their written reflections.
Subject(s)
Group Processes , International Educational Exchange , Internet , Problem-Based Learning , Students, Nursing/psychology , Female , Honduras , Humans , Male , Nursing Education Research , Nursing Evaluation Research , Students, Nursing/statistics & numerical dataABSTRACT
An international service-learning program in a developing country that incorporates local, in-country preceptors offers a unique and valuable learning opportunity for US nursing students. Because of limited research related to the experiences of preceptors in international settings, exploring the experiences of these preceptors and their American nursing students makes a needed contribution to the literature and guides the development of international service-learning programs that meet the needs of both preceptors and students.