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Learning Through Reflection in Nursing Education: Perspectives of Nursing Students

Katrine Staats, Marita Nordhaug, Elin Thove Willassen, Inga-Linn N. Hansen · Sage Open Nursing · 2026

Introduction As healthcare evolves due to demographic changes and new technologies, there is a pressing need for nursing education to emphasize reflective practices. Despite its importance, students often struggle with integrating reflection into their learning due to inconsistent guidance and a lack of structured support. Objective This study explored nursing students’ experiences and understanding of reflection, and how they engaged with it as a skill. Method A qualitative exploratory design was employed, involving 22 1st- and 3rd-year nursing students. Data was collected through in-depth and focus group interviews, allowing for rich data collection through both interaction and individual insights. The data were analyzed using a six-step thematic process. The reporting followed the COREQ guidelines. Results The analysis revealed two main themes, namely factors that support the reflection process and challenges

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