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Language preparation of international nursing students: A study of learning motivations and decisions
Author(s)
Date Issued
2022
ISSN
1308-1470
1694-609X
Citation
International Journal of Instruction, 2022, Vol. 15(2). pp. 1039-1056.
Type
Peer Reviewed Journal Article
Abstract
Study abroad is not an easy decision for international students who cannot manage
the local language and academic courses, particularly nursing students who need to
communicate with their patients in clinical environments. This study aims to
explore international nursing students’ experiences of pre-sessional language
prerequisite courses in South Korea. Three directions were categorised, including
what are the motivations and reasons to come to South Korea, how do the
international nursing students describe their Korean language courses as the
prerequisite for their nursing programme at one of the South Korean universities,
and why did the participants select South Korea as their destination for the nursing
programme. Based on the Social Cognitive Career and Motivation Theory and a
qualitative design, the researcher invited 12 participants who are taking the presessional language courses before the nursing programme commencement. The
results indicated that personal considerations, interest in career development, and
financial considerations are three of the key elements. The outcomes of this study
allowed the nursing school leaders and government agencies to polish their current
curriculum plans, international students’ recruitment strategies, and post-study
career developments for international nursing students in the East Asian region.
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