Authors

  1. Foronda, Cynthia PhD, RN, CNE, CHSE, ANEF, FAAN
  2. Prather, Susan EdD, RN
  3. Baptiste, Diana-Lyn DNP, RN, CNE, FAAN
  4. Luctkar-Flude, Marian PhD, RN, CCSNE

Abstract

Background: Diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) are increasingly recognized as core values for nursing education and practice.

 

Purpose: The purpose of this article is to offer teaching tools and strategies to integrate cultural humility within the nursing curriculum and create a more inclusive learning environment.

 

Approach: Various teaching tools, methods, and strategies are presented.

 

Outcomes: Use of ground rules, an environmental assessment, examination of the curriculum landscape and teaching materials, bias awareness activity, modified privilege walk, Modified Monopoly, simulation, low-income community experiences, study abroad, debriefing, and evaluation with valid and reliable tools are suggested.

 

Conclusions: By threading cultural humility concepts throughout the curriculum, nurse educators have the potential to shape learner perspectives to better appreciate and value diversity.