Teaching health equity through gaming

Inclusion of social determinants of health (SDOH) and diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in nursing education is essential for preparing future nurses to care for patients through a lens of health equity. To effectively teach nursing students about SDOH and DEI, nurse educators should consider innovative strategies, such as incorporating games into the curriculum, also known as serious gaming. This modality allows students to learn about SDOH and DEI in a safe and inclusive environment that is both engaging and impactful. When designing serious games to teach SDOH and DEI, nurse educators must plan for their application and evaluation accordingly. This article discusses how nurse educators can use serious gaming in nursing curricula to teach SDOH and DEI.

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Author Jennie De Gagne School of Nursing