The call for globalization in higher education has prompted opportunities for international collaboration using technology. In this presentation, we will discuss an innovative virtual learning space to connect students in the United States with those of Peru with the goal of creating a cross-cultural exchange to advance global nursing education.
Despite the need for global engagement in nursing education, only approximately 10 percent of graduates in the United States participate in study abroad opportunities (Goodman, 2014). With emerging advancement in technology and the call for globalization in higher education, new opportunities for international collaboration are born. In this presentation, we discuss an innovative virtual learning model to connect nursing students in the United States with those of Peru with the goal of creating a cross-cultural exchange to truly advance global nursing education. Through use of technology, knowledge sharing and “thinking together” result in a dynamic international learning space and virtual community of practice.
As online education moves from the exception to the norm, more and more programs will be looking for ways to connect nursing students to dynamic, evidence-supported learning experiences. Our team of multidisciplinary researchers brings a rich tapestry of knowledge, insights and skills to help shape a model we believe has universal application in training health professions students.