Abstract

Session presented on Sunday, September 18, 2016:

This study aimed to monitor individual experiences, emotions, and reflections to assess culture shock stages, coping, and changes in worldview for nursing students throughout a two-week trip to Ghana. Theoretical Framework: Transformative Learning Theory. Journaling is used as a tool of critical reflection to help process new experiences and feelings that may alter one's beliefs and worldviews in this culturally transformative experience in Ghana.

Author Details

Laura E. Hall, RN; Paulette A. Chaponniere, RN

Sigma Membership

Kappa Epsilon at-Large

Lead Author Affiliation

Grand Valley State University, Grand Rapids, Michigan, USA

Type

Poster

Format Type

Text-based Document

Study Design/Type

Descriptive/Correlational

Research Approach

Qualitative Research

Keywords:

Journaling, Culture Competence, Study Abroad

Conference Name

Leadership Connection 2016

Conference Host

Sigma Theta Tau International

Conference Location

Indianapolis, Indiana, USA

Conference Year

2016

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To prompt or not to prompt: Finding the best journaling practice to develop cultural competence

Indianapolis, Indiana, USA

Session presented on Sunday, September 18, 2016:

This study aimed to monitor individual experiences, emotions, and reflections to assess culture shock stages, coping, and changes in worldview for nursing students throughout a two-week trip to Ghana. Theoretical Framework: Transformative Learning Theory. Journaling is used as a tool of critical reflection to help process new experiences and feelings that may alter one's beliefs and worldviews in this culturally transformative experience in Ghana.