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This study explored nursing mentors’ clinical learning experiences through mentorship within the cultural context of the United Arab Emirates (UAE). Methods A qualitative approach was employed, involving 20 mentors supervising fourth-year nursing students during their final clinical placement at a semi-public university in the UAE. The placement occurred from January to May 2024, as part of the Consolidation of Practice course, comprising 240 hours of clinical training. Structured and semi-structured in-depth interviews were conducted with the participants, and the data were transcribed verbatim. To analyse the data, an inductive thematic approach was adopted, and some data were quantified for additional insights. Results Four main themes emerged regarding the benefits of structured mentoring within the cultural context: critical for practical training, confidence building, bridging theory and practice and mutual learning. The essential mentoring skills identified were effective communication, patience, and understanding. Structured mentoring frequency positively influenced students’ clinical learning. The strengths of the structured mentorship included exposure to real-life scenarios, improved communication, and the development of practical skills. Opportunities for improvement included increasing mentor–student interactions, enhancing the programme’s structured nature, and integrating technological tools. The mentors recommended reassessing mentorship duration, increasing hands-on clinical exposure, strengthening mentor collaboration, and promoting student accountability. Conclusion Effective mentorship in nursing education in the UAE requires integrating theory and practice, clear communication, and leveraging technology to overcome barriers. Strengthening structured mentor–student interactions through focused workshops and refined programme structures can bridge educational gaps. 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[version 2; peer review: 2 approved] . F1000Research 2026, 15 :432 ( https://doi.org/10.12688/f1000research.177515.2 ) NOTE: If applicable, it is important to ensure the information in square brackets after the title is included in all citations of this article. Close Copy Citation Details Export Export Citation Sciwheel EndNote Ref. Manager Bibtex ProCite Sente EXPORT Select a format first Track Share ▬ ✚ Research Article Revised Mentor’s Perspective on Structured Clinical Mentoring in the Arab Context. [version 2; peer review: 2 approved] Jacqueline Maria Dias https://orcid.org/0000-0001-8873-505X 1 , Semiyu Adejare Aderibigbe https://orcid.org/0000-0002-1155-1348 2 , Mini Sara Abraham 1 , [...] Abdullah A. A. Sankar 1 , Mohammed M. M. Mansour 1 , Mohammed Gamil Awadh 1 , Yousseif Mohamed Yousseif Mohamed Awadalla Elsatary 1 , Mohammed B. A. Ballour 1 , Muhammad Arsyad Subu https://orcid.org/0000-0001-5196-238X 1 , Nabeel Al Yateem https://orcid.org/0000-0001-5355-8639 1 , Fatma Refaat Ahmed 1 , Al-Hasan Mohammed Abdullah Al-Azzani 1 , Edric Paul Dias 3 , Richard Mottershead https://orcid.org/0000-0003-0048-0553 4,5 Jacqueline Maria Dias https://orcid.org/0000-0001-8873-505X 1 , Semiyu Adejare Aderibigbe https://orcid.org/0000-0002-1155-1348 2 , [...] Mini Sara Abraham 1 , Abdullah A. A. Sankar 1 , Mohammed M. M. Mansour 1 , Mohammed Gamil Awadh 1 , Yousseif Mohamed Yousseif Mohamed Awadalla Elsatary 1 , Mohammed B. A. Ballour 1 , Muhammad Arsyad Subu https://orcid.org/0000-0001-5196-238X 1 , Nabeel Al Yateem https://orcid.org/0000-0001-5355-8639 1 , Fatma Refaat Ahmed 1 , Al-Hasan Mohammed Abdullah Al-Azzani 1 , Edric Paul Dias 3 , Richard Mottershead https://orcid.org/0000-0003-0048-0553 4,5 PUBLISHED 30 Apr 2026 Author details Author details 1 Department of Nursing, College of Health Sciences, University of Sharjah, Sharjah, United Arab Emirates 2 College of Public Policy, University of Sharjah, Sharjah, United Arab Emirates 3 College of Science, Arts and Letters, University of Michigan, Michigan, USA 4 Behavioural Science Institute, SEHA, Al Ain, United Arab Emirates, Sakina, Al Ain, United Arab Emirates 5 College of Nursing, University of Baghdad, Baghdad, Iraq Jacqueline Maria Dias Roles: Conceptualization, Data Curation, Formal Analysis, Funding Acquisition, Investigation, Methodology, Project Administration, Supervision, Validation, Visualization, Writing – Original Draft Preparation, Writing – Review & Editing Semiyu Adejare Aderibigbe Roles: Conceptualization, Formal Analysis, Investigation, Methodology, Writing – Original Draft Preparation, Writing – Review & Editing Mini Sara Abraham Roles: Conceptualization, Data Curation, Investigation, Project Administration, Resources, Supervision, Writing – Original Draft Preparation, Writing – Review & Editing Abdullah A. A. Sankar Roles: Investigation, Project Administration, Writing – Original Draft Preparation Mohammed M. M. Mansour Roles: Investigation, Writing – Original Draft Preparation Mohammed Gamil Awadh Roles: Data Curation, Investigation, Writing – Original Draft Preparation Yousseif Mohamed Yousseif Mohamed Awadalla Elsatary Roles: Data Curation, Investigation, Writing – Original Draft Preparation Mohammed B. A. Ballour Roles: Data Curation, Investigation, Writing – Original Draft Preparation Muhammad Arsyad Subu Roles: Conceptualization, Data Curation, Methodology, Project Administration, Visualization, Writing – Original Draft Preparation, Writing – Review & Editing Nabeel Al Yateem Roles: Conceptualization, Formal Analysis, Investigation, Methodology, Supervision, Writing – Original Draft Preparation, Writing – Review & Editing Fatma Refaat Ahmed Roles: Conceptualization, Formal Analysis, Investigation, Methodology, Supervision, Writing – Original Draft Preparation, Writing – Review & Editing Al-Hasan Mohammed Abdullah Al-Azzani Roles: Data Curation, Investigation, Writing – Original Draft Preparation Edric Paul Dias Roles: Formal Analysis, Investigation, Methodology, Writing – Original Draft Preparation Richard Mottershead Roles: Methodology, Validation, Writing – Original Draft Preparation, Writing – Review & Editing OPEN PEER REVIEW DETAILS REVIEWER STATUS Abstract Background Mentorship is essential in nursing education to foster clinical skills, critical thinking, and professional identity. Despite extensive research on mentorship, few studies have addressed its role in the Arab cultural context. This study explored nursing mentors’ clinical learning experiences through mentorship within the cultural context of the United Arab Emirates (UAE). Methods A qualitative approach was employed, involving 20 mentors supervising fourth-year nursing students during their final clinical placement at a semi-public university in the UAE. The placement occurred from January to May 2024, as part of the Consolidation of Practice course, comprising 240 hours of clinical training. Structured and semi-structured in-depth interviews were conducted with the participants, and the data were transcribed verbatim. To analyse the data, an inductive thematic approach was adopted, and some data were quantified for additional insights. Results Four main themes emerged regarding the benefits of structured mentoring within the cultural context: critical for practical training, confidence building, bridging theory and practice and mutual learning. The essential mentoring skills identified were effective communication, patience, and understanding. Structured mentoring frequency positively influenced students’ clinical learning. The strengths of the structured mentorship included exposure to real-life scenarios, improved communication, and the development of practical skills. Opportunities for improvement included increasing mentor–student interactions, enhancing the programme’s structured nature, and integrating technological tools. The mentors recommended reassessing mentorship duration, increasing hands-on clinical exposure, strengthening mentor collaboration, and promoting student accountability. Conclusion Effective mentorship in nursing education in the UAE requires integrating theory and practice, clear communication, and leveraging technology to overcome barriers. Strengthening structured mentor–student interactions through focused workshops and refined programme structures can bridge educational gaps. Such enhancements can enable nursing students to develop into competent and confident healthcare professionals, who are familiar with culturally informed mentorship practices. READ ALL READ LESS Keywords Mentor, clinical, mentorship, nursing, qualitative methods, United Arab Emirates Corresponding Author(s) Richard Mottershead ( [email protected] ) Close Corresponding author: Richard Mottershead Competing interests: No competing interests were disclosed. Grant information: This study was funded by the University of Sharjah through a competitive research grant entitled “Mentors’ Perceptions of Mentorship in Nursing Across the UAE.” The funders had no role in study design, data collection and analysis, decision to publish, or preparation of the manuscript. Copyright: © 2026 Maria Dias J et al . This is an open access article distributed under the terms of the Creative Commons Attribution License , which permits unrestricted use, distribution, and reproduction in any medium, provided the original work is properly cited. How to cite: Maria Dias J, Adejare Aderibigbe S, Sara Abraham M et al. Mentor’s Perspective on Structured Clinical Mentoring in the Arab Context. [version 2; peer review: 2 approved] . F1000Research 2026, 15 :432 ( https://doi.org/10.12688/f1000research.177515.2 ) First published: 25 Mar 2026, 15 :432 ( https://doi.org/10.12688/f1000research.177515.1 ) Latest published: 30 Apr 2026, 15 :432 ( https://doi.org/10.12688/f1000research.177515.2 ) Revised Amendments from Version 1 In response to reviewer feedback, substantial revisions were made to improve the methodological clarity, transparency, and overall rigor of the manuscript. First, inconsistencies in the qualitative design were resolved by aligning all sections with a single approach—reflexive thematic analysis following Braun and Clarke. References to qualitative content analysis and conflicting terminology were removed, and the use of semi-structured in-depth interviews was clarified throughout. To enhance reproducibility, the Methods section now provides a more detailed account of the research design, participant selection, and study context. Participant characteristics, inclusion criteria, and the recruitment process have been clearly described. Additionally, the full interview guide has been included as an appendix to ensure transparency. Concerns regarding data saturation have been addressed by explicitly defining how saturation was determined, who assessed it, and when it was reached. The manuscript now explains that saturation occurred after 17 interviews, with three additional interviews conducted to confirm no new themes emerged. The data analysis process has been elaborated to reflect a rigorous and systematic approach. The coding process, development of themes, iterative discussions between researchers, and resolution of discrepancies are now clearly outlined. The role of SWOT analysis has also been clarified as complementary to qualitative findings rather than quantitative measurement. Quantitative representations have been revised to align with qualitative research conventions. Percentages and misleading terminology such as “correlation” have been removed and replaced with descriptive counts, clearly framed as supportive summaries rather than statistical evidence. Finally, the conclusions have been carefully rewritten to reflect participants’ perceptions rather than causal claims. Redundant sections have been removed, resulting in a more coherent structure and improved overall clarity of the manuscript. In response to reviewer feedback, substantial revisions were made to improve the methodological clarity, transparency, and overall rigor of the manuscript. First, inconsistencies in the qualitative design were resolved by aligning all sections with a single approach—reflexive thematic analysis following Braun and Clarke. References to qualitative content analysis and conflicting terminology were removed, and the use of semi-structured in-depth interviews was clarified throughout. To enhance reproducibility, the Methods section now provides a more detailed account of the research design, participant selection, and study context. Participant characteristics, inclusion criteria, and the recruitment process have been clearly described. Additionally, the full interview guide has been included as an appendix to ensure transparency. Concerns regarding data saturation have been addressed by explicitly defining how saturation was determined, who assessed it, and when it was reached. The manuscript now explains that saturation occurred after 17 interviews, with three additional interviews conducted to confirm no new themes emerged. The data analysis process has been elaborated to reflect a rigorous and systematic approach. The coding process, development of themes, iterative discussions between researchers, and resolution of discrepancies are now clearly outlined. The role of SWOT analysis has also been clarified as complementary to qualitative findings rather than quantitative measurement. Quantitative representations have been revised to align with qualitative research conventions. Percentages and misleading terminology such as “correlation” have been removed and replaced with descriptive counts, clearly framed as supportive summaries rather than statistical evidence. Finally, the conclusions have been carefully rewritten to reflect participants’ perceptions rather than causal claims. Redundant sections have been removed, resulting in a more coherent structure and improved overall clarity of the manuscript. See the authors' detailed response to the review by Haitham Khatatbeh READ REVIEWER RESPONSES 1. Introduction Clinical education is the cornerstone of nursing curricula and provides essential experiential learning opportunities for students in authentic healthcare settings. 1 These practical experiences are crucial for bridging the gap between theoretical knowledge and real-world applications and ensuring that nursing graduates are adequately prepared for the complexities and evolving demands of contemporary clinical practice. 2 The effectiveness of clinical education significantly depends on structured mentorship programmes, which facilitate skill acquisition, clinical decision-making capabilities, and professional confidence. 2 , 3 Globally, mentorship is recognised as a pivotal component of nursing education that significantly affects students’ clinical competence, professional identity, and preparedness for independent practice. 3 , 4 However, its implementation and effectiveness in Arab cultural contexts, particularly in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), require further exploration. Mentorship in these settings often incorporates culturally sensitive practices designed to accommodate diverse student needs and enhance students’ clinical experiences. Effective mentorship in the UAE context fosters environments that empower students, enabling them to develop the technical skills and culturally responsive care capabilities essential for high-quality patient care. 2 , 5 Effective clinical mentorship in the UAE involves robust collaboration between academic nursing programmes and healthcare institutions. Experienced clinical mentors guide students by assisting them in translating theoretical concepts into clinical practice through structured engagement and hands-on training. 2 , 5 Such collaboration ensures coherence between educational objectives and clinical experiences and promote skill development, critical thinking, and confidence among students. Despite these recognised benefits, mentorship faces challenges, such as identifying suitable mentors, managing clinical workloads, and addressing mentors’ preparedness. 4 , 6 Innovative solutions, including virtual and metaverse-based mentoring programmes, have emerged as promising alternatives that offer immersive and interactive experiences capable of enhancing mentorship accessibility and effectiveness. 4 This study sought to deepen our understanding of the role of mentorship in skill acquisition, confidence building, essential mentoring skills, and structured interactions within clinical learning environments. By exploring these areas, this study provided strategic insights for enhancing the effectiveness of mentorship practices, thus contributing significantly to nursing education and clinical practice outcomes in the Arab region. To achieve these goals, this study addressed the following research questions: 1. How does mentorship influence the practical skills and confidence of nursing students? 2. What are the critical mentoring skills necessary for effective learning outcomes in clinical settings? 3. How do the frequency and structure of mentoring interactions affect the learning outcomes of nursing students? 4. How can strengths and opportunities be leveraged to enhance the mentoring scheme in this study’s clinical setting? 2. Literature review 2.1 Cultural influences on mentorship The cultural landscape of the UAE significantly shapes nursing mentorship practices. Cultural values such as communal solidarity, family-like relational dynamics, and mutual respect are integral to mentorship in UAE healthcare settings, shaping mentor and mentee interactions. The mentorship relationship in this context goes beyond technical skills and involves deep interpersonal connections that reflect broader cultural values. Students who receive mentorship aligned with cultural norms experience enhanced adaptation to clinical environments and professional confidence. 5 These cultural influences underline the necessity for culturally responsive mentorship frameworks, which are essential for the successful integration of nursing students into diverse clinical environments. 2.2 Diversity and mentorship in healthcare Globally, healthcare systems, including those in the UAE, increasingly operate in multicultural environments that demand the effective integration of diverse nurses into cohesive clinical teams. Effective mentorship, complemented by robust peer support, substantially assists new nurses from diverse backgrounds in navigating workplace challenges and enhances their overall professional development. Given the UAE’s culturally diverse workforce, healthcare institutions must foster inclusive mentorship environments that recognise and address cultural and linguistic differences. 6 Implementing structured mentorship programmes that emphasise cultural sensitivity is vital for developing cohesive clinical teams and supporting nurses’ professional transitions and continued growth. 2.3 Structural barriers to mentorship Organisational structure and workload demands heavily influence the frequency and effectiveness of mentorship interactions. Rigid scheduling and demanding clinical workloads create significant barriers to effective mentor–student engagement, limiting the consistency and quality of mentorship interactions. These structural barriers necessitate organisational interventions such as protected mentorship time and adjusted workloads to facilitate meaningful mentor–mentee relationships. 6 Without addressing these systemic issues, the full benefits of mentorship programmes remain unrealised, highlighting the importance of management support in ensuring effective mentorship practices. The effectiveness of mentorship depends on mentor selection processes. Ideal mentors should possess clinical expertise, strong communication skills, and the ability to foster supportive professional relationships. Effective mentors typically demonstrate high levels of empathy, problem-solving ability, and leadership skills, which significantly impact mentees’ skill development and professional confidence. 7 – 9 Mentor proximity and availability and mentees’ perceptions of their mentors’ professional competence and support are critical factors that influence successful mentorship outcomes. 10 These insights suggest that healthcare institutions and academic programmes must develop rigorous mentor selection criteria that emphasise interpersonal skills, cultural competence, and professional expertise to enhance mentorship effectiveness. 11 , 12 , 29 2.4 Mutual learning and mentorship Mentorship is increasingly being recognised as a reciprocal process that benefits both mentors and mentees. The literature underscores mentorship as a dynamic interaction in which experienced nurses enhance their professional and personal growth through reflective practice and teaching responsibilities, which benefits mentees through enriched clinical guidance. 13 , 14 Experienced mentors report personal and professional growth through reflective practice and continuous skill refinement, demonstrating the multidirectional benefits of mentorship. 13 These findings emphasise the potential of mentorship programmes to transform clinical environments into collaborative learning communities and foster professional development for mentors and mentees. 15 – 18 , 30 2.5 Bridging theory and practice Mentorship effectively bridges the gap between theoretical knowledge and clinical application, facilitating nursing students’ development of practical skills and clinical judgment. 19 Mentors play a pivotal role in translating classroom theory into practical skills through individualised instruction and feedback, significantly enhancing students’ readiness for clinical practice. 20 This bridging role is essential in nursing education as it promotes critical reflection and a deeper understanding of nursing roles and responsibilities, ultimately contributing to higher standards of patient care and professional fulfilment. 21 , 22 2.6 Technology integration in mentorship Emerging technological solutions, such as virtual reality and digital learning platforms, offer innovative approaches to mentorship by enhancing teaching capabilities and providing flexible and accessible learning opportunities. Integrating technology into mentorship programmes can effectively overcome traditional mentorship limitations such as scheduling challenges and limited mentor availability. 4 Additionally, technological advancements enable tailored mentorship approaches, offering individualised support and feedback mechanisms that significantly enhance learning outcomes. 23 Thus, technological integration represents a critical opportunity for advancing mentorship effectiveness, particularly in resource-constrained environments. 2.7 Implications of the literature reviewed Drawing on the reviewed literature, effective mentorship practices require structured support from nursing management, comprehensive mentor training programmes, culturally informed mentorship strategies, and innovative technological solutions. 24 Consequently, healthcare, and academic institutions in the UAE should strategically implement evidence-based practices to facilitate enriched mentor–mentee relationships and enhance clinical education outcomes. Such improvements are expected to foster inclusive clinical learning environments, increase retention rates among nursing professionals, and ensure ongoing professional growth within the culturally diverse healthcare settings that characterise the UAE. However, the literature indicates the need for additional data derived from the perspectives of key stakeholders to effectively understand and optimise mentoring experiences. Therefore, this study specifically addressed this gap by focusing on mentors’ insights into student learning outcomes in clinical education contexts that employ structured mentoring within the unique cultural environment of the UAE. 3. Materials and methods 3.1 Study design This study used a qualitative approach, employing semi-structured interviews and qualitative content analysis to explore mentors’ perceptions and experiences in nursing education. Content analysis, an established interpretive technique, facilitates the systematic coding and categorisation of qualitative data and identifies patterns and thematic structures within textual data. 25 This allows for a comprehensive examination and interpretation of similarities, differences, and relationships within and across textual information, thus ensuring reliable and detailed insights into mentorship experiences. 3.2 Setting and participants The research was carried out among mentorship programs in hospitals in the UAE where mentors oversaw clinical practice for undergraduate nursing students during the final clinical practicum. The selection process for the participants was done by means of purposive sampling to include mentors with pertinent clinical and mentoring experience. The inclusion criteria comprised clinical expertise, willingness to participate, effective communication abilities, and active mentoring roles with undergraduate students during their final clinical practicum. A total of 20 mentors were recruited based on their mentorship experience, clinical expertise, and commitment to student guidance. No eligible mentor declined to participate or later withdrew once the study commenced. 3.3 Research instrument Data were collected using a semi- structured interview guide based on an extensive literature review focusing on mentorship, nursing students, mentors, and mentees. The interview questions underwent expert validation by two additional nursing faculty members experienced in mentorship research. The structured interview guide comprised of three main sections. Section 1: Importance of Mentorship • Importance and benefits of mentorship. • Preferred communication styles. • Essential skills required for effective mentorship. Section 2: Effects on Student Learning • Frequency and structure of mentorship interactions. • Perceived impact on student learning and clinical competence. Section 3: Program Evaluation (SWOT Perspective) • Identification of strengths and weaknesses, of the existing mentorship scheme. • Opportunities for enhancement and potential challenges • Recommendations for improving mentorship effectiveness. 3.4 Data collection The data were collected using semi-structured face-to-face interviews conducted between January and May 2024 in private, quiet locations within the participating hospital settings while ensuring confidentiality and comfort for participants. Each interview lasted approximately 30–45 minutes allowing for sufficient depth to explore mentors experiences and perspectives. The interviews were conducted by an experienced qualitative researcher in nursing education with prior experience in mentorship research who facilitated open and candid discussions regarding the mentors’ experiences, perceptions, and recommendations. The interviews were digitally recorded, transcribed verbatim, and supplemented with detailed field notes and reflective memos taken by the research team. The point of data saturation was described as the moment when there were no more codes and themes discovered by subsequent interviews. It was assessed collaboratively by the team of researchers in the process of analysis of data. No further codes were discovered after about 17 interviews, and three more interviews were conducted to ensure the achievement of saturation, thus a total of 20 interviews. 3.5 Data analysis Thematic analysis was done using the method of reflexive thematic analysis as provided by Braun and Clarke. 26 This was adopted in order to be able to conduct a thorough analysis of the experiences of the mentors within the culture of the UAE. Thematic analysis involves six steps including (i) familiarization with the data through repetitive readings of transcripts; (ii) creating the initial codes; (iii) developing themes through pattern identification; (iv) refining the themes; (v) naming the themes and finally (vi) developing the final report. Coding was done inductively, beginning from codes which arose out of the data set itself. Two researchers from the research team independently analyzed the transcripts and generated codes. The codes were discussed and revised iteratively until an agreed upon set of codes was obtained. Coding was an iterative process that entailed consistent comparison of data in order to generate codes and find similarities and differences in the codes Theme generation was carried out inductively where there was no guidance from any framework. Themes were allowed to emerge out of the data set. Iteration between data and interpretation were constantly made in the analysis to ensure thoroughness and coherence of the analysis. Discussions were held among the research team to refine themes further. Participant checking was not done. However, methodological rigor was ensured through group discussions and extensive use of verbatim quotes. 3.6 Ethical considerations The University of Sharjah Research Ethics Committee (REC) approved this study (Number: Reference Number: REC 24–01–02-01-S). The participants received comprehensive explanations of the study’s purpose, procedures, risks, and voluntary participation and provided written informed consent. The interviews were conducted privately in hospital settings to ensure confidentiality and participant comfort. Confidentiality was maintained by assigning random alphanumeric codes (e.g., M1 for Mentor 1) to the participants and securely storing the digital recordings and transcripts on password-protected devices accessible only to the research team. The participants were informed of the researchers academic role and the study purpose and were assured that their involvement or responses would not affect their roles as clinical mentors. Upon completing the analysis, the digital data were securely stored and scheduled for future secure destruction. 4. Results and discussion In this section, the insights derived from the collected data are presented and analysed. The findings illustrated key themes and addressed the specific research questions, providing comprehensive insights into the mentorship experiences and outcomes in the clinical setting. 4.1 How does mentorship influence the practical skills and confidence of nursing students? To determine the influence of the mentorship scheme on nursing students’ development of practical skills and confidence, we asked mentors to clarify the benefits of the initiative and justify their views. From the analysed data, two main themes emerged as follows, along with supporting vignettes. 4.1.1 Critical for practical learning The participants underscored the critical role of mentoring in providing hands-on experience and practical learning. This sentiment was articulated as follows: “Mentoring allows them to practice and learn the right procedures.” (M1) “The mentor has to be a role model so that the students can learn practical experiences and procedures from the mentor’s teachings.” (M2) These responses highlighted the necessity for practical hands-on learning experiences provided through mentoring, which are essential for developing clinical skills in nursing students. 4.1.2 Confidence building The participants also highlighted the role of mentoring in building student confidence and competence. This view was exemplified in the following text: “It helps students transition from theory to clinical practice and builds their confidence and competence.” (M4) “Provides field experience, exposes students to clinical settings, and helps them gain confidence.” (M3) Building confidence is a critical aspect of mentoring that helps students become more competent and self-assured in their clinical practice. The unanimous agreement among mentors regarding the importance of mentoring reflects its perceived essential role in nursing education. This suggests that mentoring is not just beneficial but also vital for the professional development of nursing students. Given that the participants substantially alluded to the importance of mentoring, we asked them to clarify their views and thematically analysed the data, with the following two themes emerging. 4.1.3 Bridging theory and practice The participants clarified how mentoring helps students apply theoretical knowledge in practical settings to justify their view that mentoring is important. Below are some examples of these explanations: “It provides clarity on procedures and how to deal with patients from an experienced person.” (M5) “To convert theoretical knowledge into practical skills.” (M14) Mentoring is important for transforming theoretical knowledge into practical skills, which is essential for effective nursing practice. 4.1.4 Mutual learning Interestingly, the participants acknowledged the role of mentoring in fostering mutual learning for mentors and students in terms of professional learning development and growth. This perspective was described as follows: “Both the mentor and the student can learn from each other.” (M16) “Mentoring allows them to practice and learn the right procedures.” (M11) From the data analysed, it was evident that bridging the gap between theory and practice and the mutual benefits for both mentors and mentees were the primary reasons for the importance of mentoring. These aspects highlighted the practical and relational dimensions of effective mentoring. The findings demonstrated that mentorship is a critical component of nursing education and significantly enhances students’ practical skills and confidence. The participants strongly emphasised that mentorship provides crucial hands-on training, facilitating the transition from theoretical knowledge to practical application. Mentors serve as role models who demonstrate clinical procedures and decision-making processes. These results align with the literature that emphasises experiential learning as central to developing professional competence and confidence among nursing students. 27 Moreover, practical exposure directly enhances clinical judgment and patient safety. Thus, institutions should ensure structured and consistent mentorship experiences that emphasise the development of practical skills. Enhanced training for mentors via procedural demonstrations and role modelling is necessary to improve students’ clinical preparedness and confidence. 4.2 What are the critical mentoring skills necessary for effective learning outcomes in clinical settings? As clinical and workplace learning through mentoring engagement is required for nursing students, it is essential to explore the participants’ views on the required mentoring skills. Through their responses, the participants revealed two critical themes. 4.2.1 Communication skills The participants overwhelmingly highlighted the importance of effective communication in mentoring. Below are some examples that support this notion: “Proper communication skills, the ability to pace down work to teach students effectively.” (M12) “Good listener, good communication skill, critical thinking.” (M11) Effective communication is fundamental to mentoring and facilitates clear instruction, feedback, and understanding between mentors and mentees. 4.2.2 Patience and understanding The participants also acknowledged the need for patience and an understanding of mentoring relationships. This sentiment was exemplified as follows: “Understanding the student’s point of view, needs, and objectives, and improving one’s skills to meet student needs.” (M7) “Patience, understanding students’ needs, knowing what to teach.” (M17) The analysis consistently highlighted communication skills and patience, indicating their critical role in effective mentoring. These skills are necessary for fostering a supportive learning environment and ensuring clear and effective guidance. The critical mentoring skills included effective communication, patience, and understanding. The participants underscored communication as essential for clear instruction, feedback, and fostering trust in mentor–mentee relationships. In culturally diverse healthcare environments such as the UAE, effective communication helps bridge potential cultural and linguistic gaps, facilitating more productive interactions. The literature consistently indicates that communication skills are fundamental to successful mentorship, particularly in multicultural settings. 12 Patience and empathy are equally vital, allowing mentors to adjust their teaching to individual student needs and ensuring positive learning outcomes. By implication, specialised mentor training programmes are necessary, which focus on communication strategies, cultural competency, and emotional intelligence to optimise mentorship effectiveness within culturally diverse settings. 4.3 How does the frequency and structure of mentoring interactions affect the learning outcomes of nursing students? To analyse the mentors’ responses and address this research question, we identified the common themes related to the three specific questions posed. The themes were grouped according to their respective questions. To provide a structured overview of the participants’ responses, descriptive counts of commonly reported perspectives are presented alongside the qualitative findings. As this study is qualitative in nature, numerical summaries are presented as descriptive counts are intended to complement, rather than quantify, the thematic analysis. Table 1 shows that most mentors ( n =12) preferred daily interactions with students, indicating a belief in the importance of consistent and frequent contact for effective mentoring. A significant proportion( n =7) found weekly or biweekly interactions to be sufficient, suggesting some flexibility in effective mentoring practices. Only ( n =1) adjusted the frequency based on specific needs, highlighting the need for tailored approaches. Table 1. Preferred frequency of interaction. Frequency Number of mentors ( n =20) Daily 12 Weekly or Biweekly 7 Variable 1 Table 2 shows that half of the mentors ( n =50) provided specific examples of improvements in clinical competence, reinforcing the tangible benefits of mentorship. Following this category, six of mentors noted general improvements, which indicated positive outcomes but with less specificity. One mentor highlighted the difficulty in assessing improvements due to limited exposure or student engagement. Table 2. Observed improvements in clinical competence. Observation Number of mentors ( n =20) Provided Specific Examples 10 Reported General Improvement 6 Noted Contextual Factors 1 No Clear Response 3 To gain deeper insight into how the number of mentors influences outcomes, we analysed the relationship between the number of mentors and their respective impacts, categorised as either a strong positive correlation or contextual dependence. The results are summarised in Table 3 and illustrates that an overwhelming number of mentors( n =19) believed in a strong positive relationship between mentorship and the development of clinical competence. One mentor noted that positive mentorship depended on various factors, indicating that mentorship effectiveness may vary. Therefore, initiatives aimed at enriching mentoring engagement for students in clinical settings supported by dedicated mentors should receive robust support, including appropriate resources and training. Table 3. Perceived Relationship between mentorship and clinical competence. Correlation Number of mentors ( n =20) Strong Positive influenced Perceived 19 Dependent on Contextual Dependence 1 The findings demonstrated a strong preference among mentors for daily interactions, reflecting their belief in the significance of frequent and consistent engagement. Regular interactions enable continuous feedback, fostering incremental skill development and sustained confidence growth. 28 The preference for frequent interactions supports the literature that advocates regular mentor engagement for optimal skill development and professional socialisation. 29 Additionally, the flexibility indicated by mentors highlighted the need to accommodate students’ individual learning styles and clinical needs. These findings suggest that nursing programmes should structure mentorship schedules to balance regularity with flexibility, allowing personalised interactions while maintaining consistent engagement and feedback opportunities to maximise student learning outcomes. 4.4 How can strengths and opportunities be leveraged to enhance the mentoring scheme in this study’s clinical setting? Data related to strength, weaknesses, opportunities and threats were derived from participants responses to specific questions during the semi- structured interviews. These responses were coded inductively and subsequently organized into SWOT categories based on their conceptual alignment. The frequency of responses within each category was calculated to provide a descriptive overview and the values were used to generate Figure 1 . Figure 1. Results of the SWOT analysis. This figure illustrates the strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats associated with the structured clinical mentorship programme. Strengths included practical exposure, communication, and skill development. Weaknesses involved time constraints and communication gaps. Opportunities focused on technological integration, structured mentor engagement, and programme expansion. Threats included workload pressures, variable student engagement, and cultural barriers within diverse clinical environments. The Figure 1 is intended to complement the qualitative findings rather than represent quantative analysis. As revealed by the SWOT analysis, the strengths of the current mentoring scheme include the effective integration of practical experience and skill development and linking theoretical learning with real-world applications. Robust communication channels between mentors and mentees ensure timely feedback and support, and exposure to real-world scenarios enhances participants’ adaptability and competence. However, the analysis also pointed out significant weaknesses such as time constraints that could hinder engagement quality, a gap between theoretical instruction and practical application, and communication barriers that may lead to misunderstandings. Opportunities for enhancing the mentoring process were evident, including leveraging technology to improve accessibility and efficiency, deepening mentor–mentee interactions, and developing structured programmes and workshops to address specific educational needs. However, threats such as inadequate time and workload management, variable student engagement levels, and cultural resistance in diverse settings require strategic management to prevent adverse effects. By addressing these weaknesses and threats while capitalising on opportunities, a mentoring programme can significantly enhance its reach and impact, ultimately improving the overall effectiveness and experience of mentors and mentees. In addition to the SWOT analysis, we invited the participants to provide additional comments to enhance the mentoring processes within the research context. We conducted a thematic analysis of these comments and identified four main themes that emerged as key areas for further consideration from the mentors’ perspectives. 4.4.1 Programme duration and structure The participants identified the need to revise the duration and structure of the mentoring programme to better align with educational goals and enhance learning outcomes. “Extending the duration of the mentorship programme from 20 days to at least 1–2 months to ensure proper exposure and experience”. (M3, M15) “Recommendations for students to work with multiple mentors to gain diverse experiences and perspectives”. (M5) The suggested adjustments to the programme duration and structure could provide students with more opportunities to engage with a broader array of mentors, thereby enhancing the overall effectiveness of the mentoring scheme. 4.4.2 Hands-on clinical learning and engagement The participants overwhelmingly emphasised the need for enhanced hands-on clinical learning and engagement. “Emphasis on allowing students to perform minor procedures under supervision to gain practical experience”. (M6) “Need for more opportunities for hands-on clinical learning under guidance without other patient responsibilities”. (M12) “Suggestions for dedicated clinical instructors to guide and engage students”. (M14, M16) Ensuring robust mentorship and practical experiences is crucial for equipping students with the skills necessary for professional practice. 4.4.3 Mentor preparation and collaboration The participants stressed the importance of a more comprehensive orientation for mentors and effective collaboration with clinical instructors to enhance educational outcomes. “Need for proper orientation for mentors regarding their roles and student expectations”. (M2) “Emphasis on improving collaboration between mentors and clinical instructors”. (M8) “Suggestion to ensure mentors are well prepared and committed, enabling growth and serving as role models”. (M20) The results indicated that these measures are crucial for ensuring that mentors are well prepared and that there is cohesive support for students’ learning experiences. 4.4.4 Student accountability and integration The participants recognised the importance of student accountability and its integration into decision-making processes. “Implement attendance tracking for students, including break times”. (M2) “Ensuring students spend regular time with mentors to decide and meet objectives”. (M7) “Recommending the education of patients about student involvement to increase acceptance”. (M8) Drawing on the analysed data, leveraging the identified strengths and opportunities can significantly enhance mentoring schemes in clinical settings. Extending mentorship programmes to one or two months can deepen engagement and improve mentoring relationships. Integrating diverse mentors and practical activities into the curriculum can enrich learning experiences and effectively blend theoretical knowledge with practical skills. Comprehensive mentor orientation and clear student accountability measures are crucial for maintaining mentorship quality. Students should fully engage in these opportunities for professional growth by focusing on acquiring practical skills and engaging in professional conduct. Clinical mentors and sites must prepare for extended mentoring periods, diversify their experience, and invest in mentor training. Regular monitoring and patient education initiatives can improve mentorship quality and patient outcomes, fostering a dynamic and effective mentoring environment that benefits the entire healthcare community. The SWOT analysis revealed strengths, including the effective integration of practical experience, robust mentor–mentee communication, and exposure to real-world clinical scenarios. Mentors suggested leveraging opportunities such as incorporating technology, extending programme duration, and enhancing structured mentor–student interactions. However, significant weaknesses such as time constraints, communication barriers, and inconsistent student engagement were identified. This aligns with global findings suggesting that structured mentorship frameworks are the best practices for enhancing clinical education. 27 These implications highlight the need for strategic interventions to address the identified weaknesses and leverage strengths and opportunities. Nursing leaders should consider providing structured and protected mentorship time, enhancing mentor orientation, implementing technological solutions for better communication, and increasing hands-on clinical opportunities. This holistic approach is likely to enhance mentorship effectiveness by benefiting both students and mentors. 5. Conclusions The research conducted provides qualitative insight into mentors’ views on mentorship in relation to the culture of the United Arab Emirates. According to the results, mentorship is seen by the mentors as a crucial component that can assist nurses to progress through their learning, gain confidence and go through transformation of their theoretical knowledge into practice. Specific mentoring skills mentioned by the participants as crucial for creating an atmosphere beneficial to learning include the skills to effectively communicate, be patient, empathic and sensitive to culture. In addition, structured interaction between mentors and student was stated as important for engagement in clinical learning. It is worthwhile to note that in spite of the significance of this issue, the research does not provide evidence of the impact of mentoring on the learning process based on any measurable parameters, such as competence, confidence and effectiveness of students. The findings provided are, thus, based solely on mentors’ perceptions. Some recommendations about improvements in mentoring were made by the participants of the research as well, including mentoring preparation, mentoring program design and use of technology in mentoring activities. These recommendations are not validated within the framework of this study. In summary, the findings contribute to a contextually grounded understanding of mentorship within multicultural health care environments and highlight the importance of culturally responsive and well supported mentorship frameworks in nursing education. Moreover, addressing the structural barriers and leveraging strategic enhancements are essential for optimising the effectiveness of mentorship programmes. Several strategic recommendations are provided to strengthen mentorship practices and the quality of clinical education. 1. Based on the mentors’ perspectives, participants suggested that health care institutions should consider addressing structural barriers by establishing protected mentorship time and managing workload to facilitate meaningful mento- student interactions. 1 , 26 2. Participants highlighted the importance of mentor preparation and suggested structured training programs focussed on should be prioritised, focusing on essential skills such as communication, patience, empathy and cultural sensitivity and mentorship skills to enhance the effectiveness of mentorship practices. 9 , 28 3. Participants suggested that nursing education programmes should integrate innovative digital learning platforms, including virtual and metaverse-based mentoring approaches, to facilitate immersive, flexible, and interactive mentoring experiences. Technological integration will effectively address traditional mentorship limitations, improve engagement, and enhance the overall quality of clinical education quality. 4 , 23 4. Participants emphasized the value of a closed collaboration between nursing schools and clinical institutions and suggested ongoing support to mentors may contribute to smoother transition to clinical practice and reduce potential errors. 17 5. Participants suggested that mentorship duration and structure should be reassessed to better align with extended mentorship periods thereby supporting deeper engagment and skill development. Furthermore, they indicated dedicated meeting times, interactive workshops and more structured programs may enhance mentorship effectiveness and better support student preparedness. 8 , 9 , 25 6. Participants emphasised the relevance of addressing language and cultural factors in mentorship relationships and suggested the inclusion of cultural competency training into mentorship preparation programmes to improve communication effectiveness and foster inclusive learning environments. 5 , 13 , 14 Implementing these recommendations promises substantial improvements in mentorship quality and enhances nursing education and professional practice standards. Ultimately, strategic attention to mentorship structures, mentor preparation, technological innovation, and cultural responsiveness will contribute profoundly to developing competent, confident, and culturally informed nursing professionals in the UAE and beyond. 6. Limitations, and implications 6.1 Limitations Several limitations should be considered when interpreting the findings of this study: • The study was conducted among mentors from selected hospitals in the UAE and may not reflect all clinical settings or specialties. • Data were self-reported and may be influenced by social desirability or recall bias. • Only mentors’ perspectives were explored; including students, clinical instructors, and administrators could provide a more holistic understanding. • The cross-sectional nature of data collection limits the ability to capture changes in mentorship practices over time. Despite these limitations, the study offers valuable insights into structured mentorship within multicultural healthcare settings. 6.2 Implications for nursing practice Based on the mentors’ perspectives, participants suggested that health care insituitions should consider establishing protected mentorship time to promote consistent and meaningful student mentor interactions. Structured Participants also emphasized the importance of structured mentorship approaches within clinical practice to support student learning. Mentors highlighted the potential value of ongoing professional development focussing on communication skills, cultural sensitivity and feedback strategies to enhance mentorship effectiveness. 6.3 Implications for nursing education Participants suggested that nursing education programs may benefit from integrating structured mentorship models within clinical curricula to support continuity between theory and practice. Strengthening collaboration between academic instituitons and clinical settings was also identified as important for aligning expectations and enhancing student preparedness. Mentors further indicated that technology enhanced approaches, such as digital learning platforms and simulation based tools, could complement traditional mentorship and lead to further student engagement. 31 6.4 Implications for Health policy and Leadership From a policy perspective, participants highlighted the potential importance of mentorship as a strategic component of workforce development Mentors suggested mentorship frameworks and mentor preparation initiatives supported through instituitional and regulatory mechanisms. Institutional investment in digital infrastructure was identified as a potential enabler for scalable and flexible mentorship practices. 6.5 Implications for future research Future studies should incorporate perspectives from students, nurse educators, and clinical leaders to capture a more comprehensive view of mentorship. Longitudinal studies are recommended to explore how mentorship practices influence student development Further studies are recommended to explore the role of digital and AI-supported mentorship approaches in enhancing clinical education. In summary, structured mentorship is a critical component of clinical nursing education and has significant implications for nursing practice, education, policy, and research in the UAE. Strengthening mentorship frameworks through cultural responsiveness, organisational support, and technological integration can advance nursing education and contribute to the development of a competent and confident nursing workforce. Data availability Participant data contains sensitive personal information, and sharing such data publicly could compromise confidentiality and anonymity. The Institutional Review Board (IRB) at the University of Sharjah has mandated that data sharing is permissible only under specific conditions that ensure participant privacy and align with ethical guidelines. Access to the data may be granted to qualified researchers for legitimate academic purposes upon request. Requests for access must be submitted in writing to the principal author, Dr. Jacqueline Maria Dias, [email protected] Acknowledgements The authors thank all peer tutors and tutees for their participation. We also appreciate the support of colleagues in the Department of Nursing, College of Health Sciences, University of Sharjah, United Arab Emirates. References 1. 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Comments on this article Comments (0) Version 2 VERSION 2 PUBLISHED 25 Mar 2026 ADD YOUR COMMENT Comment Author details Author details 1 Department of Nursing, College of Health Sciences, University of Sharjah, Sharjah, United Arab Emirates 2 College of Public Policy, University of Sharjah, Sharjah, United Arab Emirates 3 College of Science, Arts and Letters, University of Michigan, Michigan, USA 4 Behavioural Science Institute, SEHA, Al Ain, United Arab Emirates, Sakina, Al Ain, United Arab Emirates 5 College of Nursing, University of Baghdad, Baghdad, Iraq Jacqueline Maria Dias Roles: Conceptualization, Data Curation, Formal Analysis, Funding Acquisition, Investigation, Methodology, Project Administration, Supervision, Validation, Visualization, Writing – Original Draft Preparation, Writing – Review & Editing Semiyu Adejare Aderibigbe Roles: Conceptualization, Formal Analysis, Investigation, Methodology, Writing – Original Draft Preparation, Writing – Review & Editing Mini Sara Abraham Roles: Conceptualization, Data Curation, Investigation, Project Administration, Resources, Supervision, Writing – Original Draft Preparation, Writing – Review & Editing Abdullah A. A. Sankar Roles: Investigation, Project Administration, Writing – Original Draft Preparation Mohammed M. M. Mansour Roles: Investigation, Writing – Original Draft Preparation Mohammed Gamil Awadh Roles: Data Curation, Investigation, Writing – Original Draft Preparation Yousseif Mohamed Yousseif Mohamed Awadalla Elsatary Roles: Data Curation, Investigation, Writing – Original Draft Preparation Mohammed B. A. Ballour Roles: Data Curation, Investigation, Writing – Original Draft Preparation Muhammad Arsyad Subu Roles: Conceptualization, Data Curation, Methodology, Project Administration, Visualization, Writing – Original Draft Preparation, Writing – Review & Editing Nabeel Al Yateem Roles: Conceptualization, Formal Analysis, Investigation, Methodology, Supervision, Writing – Original Draft Preparation, Writing – Review & Editing Fatma Refaat Ahmed Roles: Conceptualization, Formal Analysis, Investigation, Methodology, Supervision, Writing – Original Draft Preparation, Writing – Review & Editing Al-Hasan Mohammed Abdullah Al-Azzani Roles: Data Curation, Investigation, Writing – Original Draft Preparation Edric Paul Dias Roles: Formal Analysis, Investigation, Methodology, Writing – Original Draft Preparation Richard Mottershead Roles: Methodology, Validation, Writing – Original Draft Preparation, Writing – Review & Editing Competing interests No competing interests were disclosed. Grant information This study was funded by the University of Sharjah through a competitive research grant entitled “Mentors’ Perceptions of Mentorship in Nursing Across the UAE.” The funders had no role in study design, data collection and analysis, decision to publish, or preparation of the manuscript. Article Versions (2) version 2 Revised Published: 30 Apr 2026, 15:432 https://doi.org/10.12688/f1000research.177515.2 version 1 Published: 25 Mar 2026, 15:432 https://doi.org/10.12688/f1000research.177515.1 Copyright © 2026 Maria Dias J et al . This is an open access article distributed under the terms of the Creative Commons Attribution License , which permits unrestricted use, distribution, and reproduction in any medium, provided the original work is properly cited. Download Export To Sciwheel Bibtex EndNote ProCite Ref. 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Close Copy Citation Details Reviewer Report 05 May 2026 Syed Fahad Javaid , United Arab Emirates University, Al Ain, United Arab Emirates Approved VIEWS 0 https://doi.org/10.5256/f1000research.198750.r480580 Thank you very much for considering my comments and amending the article accordingly. The changes ... Continue reading READ ALL Thank you very much for considering my comments and amending the article accordingly. The changes have improved the academic value of this paper, and I wish the authors all the best. Competing Interests: No competing interests were disclosed. Reviewer Expertise: Medical education, student perceptions, support systems. I confirm that I have read this submission and believe that I have an appropriate level of expertise to confirm that it is of an acceptable scientific standard. Close READ LESS CITE CITE HOW TO CITE THIS REPORT Javaid SF. Reviewer Report For: Mentor’s Perspective on Structured Clinical Mentoring in the Arab Context. [version 2; peer review: 2 approved] . F1000Research 2026, 15 :432 ( https://doi.org/10.5256/f1000research.198750.r480580 ) The direct URL for this report is: https://f1000research.com/articles/15-432/v2#referee-response-480580 NOTE: it is important to ensure the information in square brackets after the title is included in all citations of this article. COPY CITATION DETAILS Report a concern Respond or Comment COMMENT ON THIS REPORT Version 1 VERSION 1 PUBLISHED 25 Mar 2026 Views 0 Cite How to cite this report: Javaid SF. Reviewer Report For: Mentor’s Perspective on Structured Clinical Mentoring in the Arab Context. [version 2; peer review: 2 approved] . F1000Research 2026, 15 :432 ( https://doi.org/10.5256/f1000research.195749.r470796 ) The direct URL for this report is: https://f1000research.com/articles/15-432/v1#referee-response-470796 NOTE: it is important to ensure the information in square brackets after the title is included in this citation. Close Copy Citation Details Reviewer Report 11 Apr 2026 Syed Fahad Javaid , United Arab Emirates University, Al Ain, United Arab Emirates Not Approved VIEWS 0 https://doi.org/10.5256/f1000research.195749.r470796 Thank you for the opportunity to read and review this study that explores mentor perspectives from 20 participants involved in final clinical placements. This manuscript addresses an underexplored topic that is mentors’ perspectives on structured clinical mentoring in nursing education ... Continue reading READ ALL Thank you for the opportunity to read and review this study that explores mentor perspectives from 20 participants involved in final clinical placements. This manuscript addresses an underexplored topic that is mentors’ perspectives on structured clinical mentoring in nursing education within the regional context. The topic is relevant, the regional focus is potentially valuable. The use of verbatim quotations is helpful, and the SWOT framework is good. The overall descriptive contribution is acceptable. The problem is that the manuscript repeatedly moves beyond what the data can actually support. The evidence presented is limited to self-reported mentor perceptions, yet the paper frequently frames its conclusions as if it had demonstrated actual effects on student competence, confidence, and readiness for practice. My recommendation is Major Revision. My major concerns are as below: 1. There exists a basic scientific reporting issue. The abstract refers to “structured and semi-structured in-depth interviews” and an “inductive thematic approach,” while the methods section refers to “structured interviews” and “qualitative content analysis.” The analysis section then cites Graneheim and Lundman content analysis. These are not interchangeable descriptions. At present, it is unclear whether this was a structured interview study, a semi-structured interview study, a thematic analysis, or a content analysis study. 2. In its current form, there are insufficient details to reproduce the study. The interview guide is only summarised in broad topic areas. The exact interview questions are not provided. There is also no adequate participant description beyond the fact that there were 20 mentors. The paper should report, at minimum, participant characteristics such as years of experience, clinical area/speciality, mentor training, role type, and relevant demographic/contextual information. The setting is also vague: the manuscript refers both to a “semi-public university” and to hospitals across the UAE but does not clearly define the recruitment frame or institutional context. 3. The paper states that interviews continued until data saturation was reached, but it does not explain how saturation was defined, who judged it, how it was documented, or at what point no new codes/themes emerged. This is especially important in a qualitative study with a modest sample size. A statement of saturation without procedural detail is not enough. 4. The manuscript says two researchers independently coded the data, but it does not explain how codes were generated, whether a codebook was developed, how disagreements were resolved, whether coding was iterative, or how final themes were derived. The same problem applies to the SWOT analysis and Figure 1…. the paper does not explain fully how comments were assigned to SWOT categories or how the bar values were produced. 5. This is presented as a qualitative study, yet the paper introduces tables with percentages such as 60%, 35%, and 95%. With a sample of 20, those figures are potentially problematic. More importantly, Table 3 is labelled as showing a “correlation between mentorship and clinical competence,” but no correlation analysis was performed. The table only reports how many mentors believed there was a strong positive relationship. That is not a correlation. This terminology is incorrect and should be removed. If the authors want to retain numerical summaries, they should use raw counts and explicitly frame them as descriptive tallies within a qualitative study, not statistical evidence. 6. The conclusions overstate what the data show. The study does not directly measure student competence, confidence, readiness for practice, or clinical outcomes. It only reports mentors’ perceptions of those issues. Therefore, statements such as mentorship “significantly influenced” students’ clinical skills and that mentoring structure/frequency “directly impact” learning are stronger than the evidence warrants. There are no outcome measurements mentioned. These should be rewritten as perceived influences reported by mentors. The same caution applies to the recommendations about technology, programme duration, and broader policy implications. These may be reasonable suggestions, but they are not directly established by the presented data. 7. There is duplication and redundancy in text…for instance the paper contains both a “5. Conclusions” section and then a second “6. Conclusion, limitations, and implications/6.1 Conclusion,” which is redundant and poorly structured. Is the work clearly and accurately presented and does it cite the current literature? Partly Is the study design appropriate and is the work technically sound? Partly Are sufficient details of methods and analysis provided to allow replication by others? No If applicable, is the statistical analysis and its interpretation appropriate? Partly Are all the source data underlying the results available to ensure full reproducibility? No Are the conclusions drawn adequately supported by the results? Partly Competing Interests: No competing interests were disclosed. Reviewer Expertise: Medical education, student perceptions, support systems. I confirm that I have read this submission and believe that I have an appropriate level of expertise to state that I do not consider it to be of an acceptable scientific standard, for reasons outlined above. Close READ LESS CITE CITE HOW TO CITE THIS REPORT Javaid SF. Reviewer Report For: Mentor’s Perspective on Structured Clinical Mentoring in the Arab Context. [version 2; peer review: 2 approved] . F1000Research 2026, 15 :432 ( https://doi.org/10.5256/f1000research.195749.r470796 ) The direct URL for this report is: https://f1000research.com/articles/15-432/v1#referee-response-470796 NOTE: it is important to ensure the information in square brackets after the title is included in all citations of this article. COPY CITATION DETAILS Report a concern Respond or Comment COMMENT ON THIS REPORT Views 0 Cite How to cite this report: Khatatbeh H. Reviewer Report For: Mentor’s Perspective on Structured Clinical Mentoring in the Arab Context. [version 2; peer review: 2 approved] . F1000Research 2026, 15 :432 ( https://doi.org/10.5256/f1000research.195749.r470790 ) The direct URL for this report is: https://f1000research.com/articles/15-432/v1#referee-response-470790 NOTE: it is important to ensure the information in square brackets after the title is included in this citation. Close Copy Citation Details Reviewer Report 01 Apr 2026 Haitham Khatatbeh , Yarmouk University, Irbid, Irbid Governorate, Jordan Approved VIEWS 0 https://doi.org/10.5256/f1000research.195749.r470790 Dear Authors, The study is academically meritorious and provides valuable regional insights. However, I have some comments: * While a sample size of 20 is standard in qualitative study, the "Results" section should briefly mention at which interview thematic ... Continue reading READ ALL Dear Authors, The study is academically meritorious and provides valuable regional insights. However, I have some comments: * While a sample size of 20 is standard in qualitative study, the "Results" section should briefly mention at which interview thematic saturation was reached (e.g., "No new themes emerged after the 15th interview"). This proves the sample size was sufficient and not arbitrary. * The "Research Instrument" section is detailed, listing the three sections of the interview guide. However, to allow for full replication, the exact interview questions should be included as an appendix. *While the themes are supported by vignettes (e.g., M1, M4), the full "source data" (anonymized transcripts) is not explicitly linked or made available via a repository, which is increasingly a requirement for full reproducibility. * The integration of a SWOT framework (Figure 1) is a strong analytical choice for "Research Question 4," as it translates qualitative feedback into actionable strategic categories. *The conclusion regarding "culturally informed mentorship" is supported by the literature review (Section 2.1) and the "Patience and Understanding" theme (Section 4.2.2). However, more specific examples of how UAE culture influenced specific clinical decisions would have strengthened the link further. * The authors use percentages (e.g., "95% believed...") for a sample of only 20 people. In qualitative research, these figures can be misleading as they imply statistical significance that doesn't exist. Rephrase these as "19 out of 20 participants" rather than "95%" to maintain the qualitative integrity of the study. In conclusion, the work is of high quality and suitable for indexing, provided the authors perform a final proofread for minor grammatical consistency and consider attaching the full interview guide. Is the work clearly and accurately presented and does it cite the current literature? Yes Is the study design appropriate and is the work technically sound? Yes Are sufficient details of methods and analysis provided to allow replication by others? Yes If applicable, is the statistical analysis and its interpretation appropriate? I cannot comment. A qualified statistician is required. Are all the source data underlying the results available to ensure full reproducibility? No Are the conclusions drawn adequately supported by the results? Partly Competing Interests: No competing interests were disclosed. Reviewer Expertise: Nursing Education, pediatric nursing, public health I confirm that I have read this submission and believe that I have an appropriate level of expertise to confirm that it is of an acceptable scientific standard. Close READ LESS CITE CITE HOW TO CITE THIS REPORT Khatatbeh H. Reviewer Report For: Mentor’s Perspective on Structured Clinical Mentoring in the Arab Context. [version 2; peer review: 2 approved] . F1000Research 2026, 15 :432 ( https://doi.org/10.5256/f1000research.195749.r470790 ) The direct URL for this report is: https://f1000research.com/articles/15-432/v1#referee-response-470790 NOTE: it is important to ensure the information in square brackets after the title is included in all citations of this article. COPY CITATION DETAILS Report a concern Author Response 07 May 2026 Dr. Richard Mottershead , Behavioural Science Institute, SEHA, Al Ain, United Arab Emirates, Sakina, Al Ain, United Arab Emirates 07 May 2026 Author Response Dear Dr. Haitham Khatatbeh, Thank you for the time that you took to review our article and we will be sure to incorporate the suggestions into our next article ... Continue reading Dear Dr. Haitham Khatatbeh, Thank you for the time that you took to review our article and we will be sure to incorporate the suggestions into our next article as a team. We are confident that our future articles will be enhanced through your guidance. Again, thank you for your efforts to support the team. Dr. Richard Mottershead Dear Dr. Haitham Khatatbeh, Thank you for the time that you took to review our article and we will be sure to incorporate the suggestions into our next article as a team. We are confident that our future articles will be enhanced through your guidance. Again, thank you for your efforts to support the team. Dr. Richard Mottershead Competing Interests: No competing interests were disclosed. Close Report a concern Respond or Comment COMMENTS ON THIS REPORT Author Response 07 May 2026 Dr. Richard Mottershead , Behavioural Science Institute, SEHA, Al Ain, United Arab Emirates, Sakina, Al Ain, United Arab Emirates 07 May 2026 Author Response Dear Dr. Haitham Khatatbeh, Thank you for the time that you took to review our article and we will be sure to incorporate the suggestions into our next article ... Continue reading Dear Dr. Haitham Khatatbeh, Thank you for the time that you took to review our article and we will be sure to incorporate the suggestions into our next article as a team. We are confident that our future articles will be enhanced through your guidance. Again, thank you for your efforts to support the team. Dr. Richard Mottershead Dear Dr. Haitham Khatatbeh, Thank you for the time that you took to review our article and we will be sure to incorporate the suggestions into our next article as a team. We are confident that our future articles will be enhanced through your guidance. Again, thank you for your efforts to support the team. Dr. Richard Mottershead Competing Interests: No competing interests were disclosed. 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This is an open access peer review report distributed under the terms of the Creative Commons Attribution License , which permits unrestricted use, distribution, and reproduction in any medium, provided the original work is properly cited. format_quote Cite this report speaker_notes Responses (0) Approved info_outline Alongside their report, reviewers assign a status to the article: Approved The paper is scientifically sound in its current form and only minor, if any, improvements are suggested Approved with reservations A number of small changes, sometimes more significant revisions are required to address specific details and improve the papers academic merit. Not approved Fundamental flaws in the paper seriously undermine the findings and conclusions Thank you very much for considering my comments and amending the article accordingly. The changes have improved the academic value of this paper, and I wish the authors all the best. 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This is an open access peer review report distributed under the terms of the Creative Commons Attribution License , which permits unrestricted use, distribution, and reproduction in any medium, provided the original work is properly cited. format_quote Cite this report speaker_notes Responses (0) Not Approved info_outline Alongside their report, reviewers assign a status to the article: Approved The paper is scientifically sound in its current form and only minor, if any, improvements are suggested Approved with reservations A number of small changes, sometimes more significant revisions are required to address specific details and improve the papers academic merit. Not approved Fundamental flaws in the paper seriously undermine the findings and conclusions Thank you for the opportunity to read and review this study that explores mentor perspectives from 20 participants involved in final clinical placements. This manuscript addresses an underexplored topic that is mentors’ perspectives on structured clinical mentoring in nursing education within the regional context. The topic is relevant, the regional focus is potentially valuable. The use of verbatim quotations is helpful, and the SWOT framework is good. The overall descriptive contribution is acceptable. The problem is that the manuscript repeatedly moves beyond what the data can actually support. The evidence presented is limited to self-reported mentor perceptions, yet the paper frequently frames its conclusions as if it had demonstrated actual effects on student competence, confidence, and readiness for practice. My recommendation is Major Revision. My major concerns are as below: 1. There exists a basic scientific reporting issue. The abstract refers to “structured and semi-structured in-depth interviews” and an “inductive thematic approach,” while the methods section refers to “structured interviews” and “qualitative content analysis.” The analysis section then cites Graneheim and Lundman content analysis. These are not interchangeable descriptions. At present, it is unclear whether this was a structured interview study, a semi-structured interview study, a thematic analysis, or a content analysis study. 2. In its current form, there are insufficient details to reproduce the study. The interview guide is only summarised in broad topic areas. The exact interview questions are not provided. There is also no adequate participant description beyond the fact that there were 20 mentors. The paper should report, at minimum, participant characteristics such as years of experience, clinical area/speciality, mentor training, role type, and relevant demographic/contextual information. The setting is also vague: the manuscript refers both to a “semi-public university” and to hospitals across the UAE but does not clearly define the recruitment frame or institutional context. 3. The paper states that interviews continued until data saturation was reached, but it does not explain how saturation was defined, who judged it, how it was documented, or at what point no new codes/themes emerged. This is especially important in a qualitative study with a modest sample size. A statement of saturation without procedural detail is not enough. 4. The manuscript says two researchers independently coded the data, but it does not explain how codes were generated, whether a codebook was developed, how disagreements were resolved, whether coding was iterative, or how final themes were derived. The same problem applies to the SWOT analysis and Figure 1…. the paper does not explain fully how comments were assigned to SWOT categories or how the bar values were produced. 5. This is presented as a qualitative study, yet the paper introduces tables with percentages such as 60%, 35%, and 95%. With a sample of 20, those figures are potentially problematic. More importantly, Table 3 is labelled as showing a “correlation between mentorship and clinical competence,” but no correlation analysis was performed. The table only reports how many mentors believed there was a strong positive relationship. That is not a correlation. This terminology is incorrect and should be removed. If the authors want to retain numerical summaries, they should use raw counts and explicitly frame them as descriptive tallies within a qualitative study, not statistical evidence. 6. The conclusions overstate what the data show. The study does not directly measure student competence, confidence, readiness for practice, or clinical outcomes. It only reports mentors’ perceptions of those issues. Therefore, statements such as mentorship “significantly influenced” students’ clinical skills and that mentoring structure/frequency “directly impact” learning are stronger than the evidence warrants. There are no outcome measurements mentioned. These should be rewritten as perceived influences reported by mentors. The same caution applies to the recommendations about technology, programme duration, and broader policy implications. These may be reasonable suggestions, but they are not directly established by the presented data. 7. There is duplication and redundancy in text…for instance the paper contains both a “5. Conclusions” section and then a second “6. Conclusion, limitations, and implications/6.1 Conclusion,” which is redundant and poorly structured. Is the work clearly and accurately presented and does it cite the current literature? Partly Is the study design appropriate and is the work technically sound? Partly Are sufficient details of methods and analysis provided to allow replication by others? No If applicable, is the statistical analysis and its interpretation appropriate? Partly Are all the source data underlying the results available to ensure full reproducibility? No Are the conclusions drawn adequately supported by the results? Partly Competing Interests No competing interests were disclosed. Reviewer Expertise Medical education, student perceptions, support systems. I confirm that I have read this submission and believe that I have an appropriate level of expertise to state that I do not consider it to be of an acceptable scientific standard, for reasons outlined above. reply Respond to this report Responses (0) Javaid SF. Peer Review Report For: Mentor’s Perspective on Structured Clinical Mentoring in the Arab Context. [version 2; peer review: 2 approved] . F1000Research 2026, 15 :432 ( https://doi.org/10.5256/f1000research.195749.r470796) NOTE: it is important to ensure the information in square brackets after the title is included in this citation. The direct URL for this report is: https://f1000research.com/articles/15-432/v1#referee-response-470796 keyboard_arrow_left Back to all reports Reviewer Report 0 Views copyright © 2026 Khatatbeh H. This is an open access peer review report distributed under the terms of the Creative Commons Attribution License , which permits unrestricted use, distribution, and reproduction in any medium, provided the original work is properly cited. 01 Apr 2026 | for Version 1 Haitham Khatatbeh , Yarmouk University, Irbid, Irbid Governorate, Jordan 0 Views copyright © 2026 Khatatbeh H. This is an open access peer review report distributed under the terms of the Creative Commons Attribution License , which permits unrestricted use, distribution, and reproduction in any medium, provided the original work is properly cited. format_quote Cite this report speaker_notes Responses (1) Approved info_outline Alongside their report, reviewers assign a status to the article: Approved The paper is scientifically sound in its current form and only minor, if any, improvements are suggested Approved with reservations A number of small changes, sometimes more significant revisions are required to address specific details and improve the papers academic merit. Not approved Fundamental flaws in the paper seriously undermine the findings and conclusions Dear Authors, The study is academically meritorious and provides valuable regional insights. However, I have some comments: * While a sample size of 20 is standard in qualitative study, the "Results" section should briefly mention at which interview thematic saturation was reached (e.g., "No new themes emerged after the 15th interview"). This proves the sample size was sufficient and not arbitrary. * The "Research Instrument" section is detailed, listing the three sections of the interview guide. However, to allow for full replication, the exact interview questions should be included as an appendix. *While the themes are supported by vignettes (e.g., M1, M4), the full "source data" (anonymized transcripts) is not explicitly linked or made available via a repository, which is increasingly a requirement for full reproducibility. * The integration of a SWOT framework (Figure 1) is a strong analytical choice for "Research Question 4," as it translates qualitative feedback into actionable strategic categories. *The conclusion regarding "culturally informed mentorship" is supported by the literature review (Section 2.1) and the "Patience and Understanding" theme (Section 4.2.2). However, more specific examples of how UAE culture influenced specific clinical decisions would have strengthened the link further. * The authors use percentages (e.g., "95% believed...") for a sample of only 20 people. In qualitative research, these figures can be misleading as they imply statistical significance that doesn't exist. Rephrase these as "19 out of 20 participants" rather than "95%" to maintain the qualitative integrity of the study. In conclusion, the work is of high quality and suitable for indexing, provided the authors perform a final proofread for minor grammatical consistency and consider attaching the full interview guide. Is the work clearly and accurately presented and does it cite the current literature? Yes Is the study design appropriate and is the work technically sound? Yes Are sufficient details of methods and analysis provided to allow replication by others? Yes If applicable, is the statistical analysis and its interpretation appropriate? I cannot comment. A qualified statistician is required. Are all the source data underlying the results available to ensure full reproducibility? No Are the conclusions drawn adequately supported by the results? Partly Competing Interests No competing interests were disclosed. Reviewer Expertise Nursing Education, pediatric nursing, public health I confirm that I have read this submission and believe that I have an appropriate level of expertise to confirm that it is of an acceptable scientific standard. reply Respond to this report Responses (1) Author Response 07 May 2026 Dr. Richard Mottershead, Behavioural Science Institute, SEHA, Al Ain, United Arab Emirates, Sakina, Al Ain, United Arab Emirates Dear Dr. Haitham Khatatbeh, Thank you for the time that you took to review our article and we will be sure to incorporate the suggestions into our next article as a team. We are confident that our future articles will be enhanced through your guidance. Again, thank you for your efforts to support the team. Dr. Richard Mottershead View more View less Competing Interests No competing interests were disclosed. reply Respond Report a concern Khatatbeh H. 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