Nursing education has changed drastically throughout the years from teaching technical skills based on what was ‘always done before’, to teaching those same skills based on research evidence producing evidence-based practice. Part of current research evidence points to the importance of teaching students about diversity and especially different cultures around the world. This paper outlines…
A volunteer service experience through the Peace Corps may be one means of learning about oneself, while serving others.1,2 Both the benefits and challenges of the Peace Corps are presented. In addition, this article provides a rich description of a personal experience in South Africa from mentor to mentee.
Purpose. Academic institutions need to find ways to promote global awareness to its student body in a cost effective, practical manner. Infusion of a global perspective into the classroom may be one cost-effective alternative. The purpose of this study was to describe teaching strategies used in one elective course, Scholarship of Diversity – The Impact…