Collaborative online international learning in pre-licensure nursing: A case study

Terri W. Enslein, Heather Fetters Moore, Rhea Goodwyn

Abstract


Background: Despite the many noted benefits of collaborative online international learning (COlL) projects, it has rarely been used in nursing education. Nursing curricula must employ multiple strategies to prepare graduates for professional practice. With COIL’s benefits, its application to nursing education should be explored.

Methods: A qualitative case study approach guided by social constructivist theory was used to assess the impact of COIL on pre-licensure students' understanding of community/public health nursing, and the impact on preparedness for practice. 10 participants completed COIL projects and two surveys.

Results: Three themes were identified: enhanced perspectives of public health issues/practices/interventions; enhanced knowledge; and broadened understanding of role and scope of practice. 10 participants noted an impact on preparation for professional practice. 7/10 demonstrated a difference in definitions of community/public health nursing.

Conclusions: Further inclusion in pre-licensure curricula should be explored, particularly for its potential impact on preparation for professional practice.


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DOI: https://doi.org/10.5430/jnep.v15n5p1

Journal of Nursing Education and Practice

ISSN 1925-4040 (Print)   ISSN 1925-4059 (Online)

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