Using distance technology to learn across borders: a virtual travel course in nursing

A 6-week online course was developed and delivered to nursing students and instructors at universities in two countries. The course exposed students and faculty to nursing and health concerns in both countries. All course communications were conducted in both English and Spanish, with support from o...

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Published in:The Journal of nursing education 2011-08, Vol.50 (8), p.483-486
Main Authors: Gallagher-Lepak, Susan, Block, Derryl, Rojas, Yrene Esperanza Urbina, Birkholz, Lorri, Melgar Morán, Carlos Christian
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Collaboration
Colleges & universities
Course Content
Distance learning
Education, Distance - methods
Education, Distance - organization & administration
Education, Nursing, Baccalaureate - methods
Education, Nursing, Baccalaureate - organization & administration
Humans
International Education
International Educational Exchange
Language Proficiency
Language Skills
Nursing
Peru
Program Evaluation
Students
User-Computer Interface
Wisconsin
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Summary:A 6-week online course was developed and delivered to nursing students and instructors at universities in two countries. The course exposed students and faculty to nursing and health concerns in both countries. All course communications were conducted in both English and Spanish, with support from online translation software as needed. Course content covered professional nursing, global health issues, and nursing interventions used with clinical problems. Although students were initially intimidated by the course language requirements, students valued the opportunity to learn about cultural and health issues. Faculty experienced a learning curve as well and enjoyed this international experience.
ISSN:0148-4834
1938-2421
DOI:10.3928/01484834-20110415-04