Being a Nursing Student in a Foreign Country
Trial statusNot yet recruiting
Trial phaseNot listed
Trial typeObservational
Biological sexAll
AgeNot listed
SponsorAnkara University
About this trial
Understanding the experiences and specific learning needs of international nursing students is crucial for the success of nursing education programs. Providing necessary support and adjustments to facilitate their adaptation process is essential. This study employs the Photovoice method, a qualitative research approach, allowing students to express their educational journey from their own perspectives. Through visual representation, they can communicate their experiences more effectively.
Eligibility criteria
This trial does not accept healthy volunteersQualifiers
Being enrolled in the English program of the Nursing Department at a university during the 2024-2025 academic year.
Being registered in the nursing department with the international student quota.
Having completed at least one semester of nursing education.
Owning a smartphone capable of taking photos.
Disqualifiers
Students who wish to withdraw from the study at any stage will not be included in the research.
Trial population
The population consists of foreign students enrolled in the English program of the Nursing Department at a private university.
Trial design
Design model
Other
Time perspective
Other
Treatments tested in this trial
This research uses a qualitative method called photovoice. Participants express their "experience of being a nursing student in a foreign country" through visuals and share their feelings and
Other interventionPhotovoice is a participant-centered research method that allows participants to convey their experiences through visual data. This method is particularly used to understand social issues and the challenges individuals face. Participants take photos that they find meaningful related to the research topic and express their feelings, thoughts, and experiences through these images. In this study, the Photovoice method is used to visualize the experiences of being a nursing student in a foreign country. Participants share their cultural adaptation, educational processes, personal challenges, and overall life experiences through photos taken with their smartphones. The photos are then analyzed in-depth during face-to-face interviews with the participants, where they discuss the meaning of the photo, the reason for choosing it, and their personal experiences.
Treatment groups
96 Participants
are divided into 1 treatment groupGroup A: Photovoice1 intervention
Trial outcomes
Primary outcomes
1
Semi-structured Questions
The interview is supported by four semi-structured questions that encourage international students to express their experiences: What is it like to be a student at this school? What factors help you in your studies here? As an international student, what challenges do you face? Can you describe your experiences as a nursing student in a foreign country?
Time frame
Within 1 week after participating in the study and submitting the photos to the researcherLocations
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Source ClinicalTrials.gov
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