Leadership development for nursing students: The comparative effectiveness of experiential and observational learning

IF 1.7 Q2 NURSING

Teaching and Learning in Nursing Pub Date : 2025-06-19 DOI:10.1016/j.teln.2025.04.020

Hadi Zulhiqman Abdul-Rahim BHScNurs , Khadizah H. Abdul-Mumin PhD

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Abstract

Background

Experiential and observational learning are vital in nursing education, especially for developing leadership skills.

Aim

To compare the perceived effectiveness of observational and experiential learning, as experienced in simulation, in fostering leadership skills among final-year nursing students.

Methods

A qualitative descriptive study examined 43 final-year nursing students' experiences in leadership and management simulation. Experiential learning involved active participation in simulated leadership roles. Observational learning occurred through peer observation and debriefing. Anonymous essays were analyzed using thematic analysis.

Results

Four key themes emerged: the need for a balanced dual approach to learning; the influence of individual learning preferences; the perceived limitations of solely observational learning for practical skills; and a strong preference for simulation in practicing leadership competencies like communication and delegation.

Conclusions

Integrating both experiential and observational learning, particularly within simulation, is valuable for nursing leadership development. While observation is foundational, hands-on practice builds confidence. Simulation effectively combines these approaches, offering a safe environment for skill development. Nursing education should leverage such integrated methods, considering individual learning preferences, to optimize leadership skill acquisition.

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护理学生领导力发展：体验式学习与观察式学习的比较效果

经验和观察学习在护理教育中是至关重要的，尤其是在培养领导技能方面。目的比较观察式学习和体验式学习在培养护理专业毕业班学生领导技能方面的感知效果。方法采用定性描述性研究方法，对43名大四护生在领导能力和管理模拟方面的经验进行调查。体验式学习包括积极参与模拟领导角色。观察学习是通过同伴观察和汇报进行的。采用主题分析法对匿名文章进行分析。结果出现了四个关键主题：需要一种平衡的双重学习方法；个体学习偏好的影响；单纯观察式学习实践技能的局限性；在练习沟通和授权等领导能力时，强烈偏好模拟。结论将体验式学习和观察式学习结合起来，特别是在模拟学习中，对护理领导能力的培养是有价值的。虽然观察是基础，但实践可以建立信心。模拟有效地结合了这些方法，为技能发展提供了一个安全的环境。护理教育应利用这些综合方法，考虑个人的学习偏好，以优化领导技能的习得。

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来源期刊

Teaching and Learning in Nursing NURSING-

CiteScore

2.60

自引率

10.50%

发文量

119

审稿时长

37 days

期刊介绍： Teaching and Learning in Nursing is the Official Journal of the National Organization of Associate Degree Nursing. The journal is dedicated to the advancement of Associate Degree Nursing education and practice, and promotes collaboration in charting the future of health care education and delivery. Topics include: - Managing Different Learning Styles - New Faculty Mentoring - Legal Issues - Research - Legislative Issues - Instructional Design Strategies - Leadership, Management Roles - Unique Funding for Programs and Faculty