NURS-FPX6105 Assessment 4
Course Plan and Assessment Strategies
Name
NURS-FPX6105 Teaching & Active Learning Strategies
Instructor
Capella University
Date
Contents
Learning Theories and Diversity 4
Course and Course Environment 4
Justification of Theory of Adult Learning Theory 6
Strategies for Conflict Management 8
Classroom and Learner Management 10
Evidence-Based Strategies and Best Practices 12
Appropriate Teaching Strategies 14
Managing Barriers to Learning 15
How Strategies Help Overcoming Barriers 16
Impact of Strategies on Motivation 17
Evaluating Accomplishment of Outcomes 20
How Assessment Supports Cultural Competence 20
Course overview
One aspect of the clinical nurse educator's responsibilities includes delivering staff development courses with an emphasis on fostering motivation among nurses in clinical settings. Additionally, the clinical nurse educator engages in coaching and mentoring activities, while simultaneously instructing nurses on efficacious tactics for attaining their professional goals. An essential factor for nurses making the shift from academic settings to clinical practice is comprehending the significance of sustaining a well-balanced equilibrium between work and personal life. According to Rani et al. (n.d), the establishment of a strong work-life balance is crucial in order to successfully attract and maintain a significant nursing staff. When there is an imbalance in this equilibrium, several nurses exhibit a pronounced desire to depart from their clinical practice positions, hence presenting difficulties for organizations as nurse attrition adversely affects their capacity to provide high-quality patient care (Rani et al., n.d). Therefore, it is imperative that novice nurses get appropriate support and supervision to effectively manage their work-life equilibrium and prevent burnout, which may lead to attrition from their professional roles.
Consequently, the subject matter of achieving work-life balance will be included into the orientation program designed for newly employed nurses at the clinic. The primary objective of the course is to aid recently hired nurses as they adapt to their clinical responsibilities. Additionally, the course seeks to enhance the retention rates of these nurses by prioritizing the establishment of a healthy work-life equilibrium. Lastly, the course intends to foster a friendly atmosphere for these people. The coaching and orientation program will include work-life balance teachings by implementing carefully crafted training initiatives and providing on-the-job training opportunities.
Learning Theories and Diversity
Learning theories play a crucial role in providing a foundational structure for organizing educational courses and individual topics in a manner that is customized to address the unique requirements of distinct student populations. In the context of a clinical nurse educator, the student population primarily comprises adult learners with degrees or other nursing certifications from authorized universities. The individuals in question are either moving into clinical practice or actively seeking to augment their knowledge and skills in particular areas of nursing practice. Hence, in developing curricula for this particular group of students, the instructor must carefully choose a suitable learning theory to inform the pedagogical strategy. In the present context, the instructor has chosen to use the adult learning theory to teach recently employed nurses at a clinical establishment about attaining a harmonious equilibrium between their professional and personal spheres.
Course and Course Environment
As a clinical nurse educator, a crucial duty entails delivering staff development education to motivate nurses in clinical environments, providing guidance and assistance through coaching and mentoring, and imparting knowledge on effective strategies to attain their professional goals. A crucial element for nurses making the shift from academic environments to clinical practice is understanding the significance of maintaining a well-balanced work-life equilibrium. According to Rani et al. (n.d), establishing a strong work-life balance is crucial to attract and maintain a substantial nursing staff effectively. The lack of this equilibrium often prompts several nurses to contemplate departing from their clinical positions, exacerbating the difficulties organizations encounter due to the adverse impact of excessive nurse turnover on their capacity to provide optimum patient care (Rani et al., n.d). As a result, it is essential to train and mentor newly employed nurses in the clinical setting, focusing on strategies that foster work-life balance and mitigate the risk of overwhelming stress leading to resignation.
To effectively handle this problem, the orientation curriculum for newly hired nurses at the clinical institution will be modified to include the theme of work-life balance. The objective of the course is to give support to recently employed nurses as they adapt to their responsibilities as healthcare practitioners and enhance the rate at which new nursing staff members remain in their positions by aiding their endeavors to maintain a harmonious equilibrium between work and personal life and foster a nurturing environment for these emerging professionals. Incorporating work-life balance lessons into the coaching and orientation program will be facilitated by implementing meticulously designed training initiatives and practical advice. The intended recipients of these sessions will mostly consist of newly recruited nurses assigned to various units, including the general ward.
Adult Learning Theory
The choice of the adult learning theory is the basis for the development of the course. The theoretical framework discussed in this study has five main orientations, namely the cognitivist, behaviorist, humanistic, social cognitive, and constructivist orientations (Chuang, 2021). The cognitivist approach is advantageous in educational contexts since it enables the delivery of organized material, enhancing learning outcomes and promoting skills development. On the other hand, the behaviorist perspective emphasizes behavior alteration via coaching and purposeful practice within contexts built on competence. In contrast, the humanist perspective emphasizes attending to individuals' emotional and personal growth requirements, fostering their drive to attain self-fulfillment and self-consciousness. The social cognitive orientations are centered on the role-model approach to learning, which emphasizes interactions and observational learning. Constructivists emphasize creating meaning via action-oriented learning and developmental activities (Chuang, 2021). Each of these orientations plays a crucial role in the education of adult learners in clinical situations but with different focuses on knowledge areas.
Among the several orientations discussed, the social-cognitive orientation is the most relevant to the recommended lessons on work-life balance. According to Chuang (2021), the adult learning theory's social cognitive orientation posits that the most effective learning occurs when people actively participate in social interactions within a communal environment. Based on the theoretical framework presented, the primary objective of the learning process is to attain and proficiently execute novel behaviors and responsibilities. This is mostly achieved via engaging with seasoned and well-informed persons inside structured or unstructured educational initiatives. This method posits that the acquisition of information is influenced by the learner's interactions within an authentic setting, whereby experiential learning plays a crucial role in the process. The methodology used in this approach is informed by David Kolb's learning cycle.
Justification of Theory of Adult Learning Theory
The adult learning theory presents a very effective framework for imparting knowledge on work-life balance management to newly employed nurses within the context of an orientation and coaching program. By adopting this approach, the nurse educator can demonstrate exemplary professional behavior while sharing information with the newly recruited clinical personnel. Corbett and Spinello (2020) assert that the coaching and mentoring paradigm aligns with the social cognitive orientation of the adult learning theory. In this context, the nurse educator assumes the position of a formal mentor, while the learners' supervisors and experienced colleagues within the clinical units establish an informal mentorship network to facilitate their professional growth (Corbett & Spinello, 2020). This approach ensures that novice nurses get appropriate supervision from the nurse educator while benefitting from the support and mentorship experienced staff members provide.
Moreover, existing research indicates that using the adult learning theory can potentially effectively enhance medical professionals' training. According to the scholarly examination conducted by Corbett and Spinello (2020) on the existing body of research on learner-centered pedagogy, using the adult learning theory yields favorable outcomes regarding student engagement, academic achievement, and knowledge transfer. Mukhalalati and Taylor (2019) have highlighted the advantages of using the components of adult learning theory in the education of leaders within the military and medical domains. Based on the findings, educators can use theoretical and pedagogical approaches to instruct students on diverse subjects. Chuang (2021) produced statistical evidence to support using Kolb's experiential learning cycle, emphasizing the advantages of integrating adult learning concepts into healthcare education. The results mentioned above provide empirical support for using the adult learning theory, particularly the social cognitive orientation, as an instructional approach to educating novice nurses on work-life balance within the clinical setting. This approach facilitates successful mentorship, cultivates a nurturing educational setting, and enhances the practical application of academic knowledge in real clinical situations.
Diversity of Learners
There is a considerable diversity problem in the clinical practice environment due to the age differences of the prospective new nurses. According to recent data collection efforts, the institution has seen an uptick in hiring older nurses who have graduated from BSN programs. According to Reinhardt et al.'s (2020) study of a nursing workforce survey, the median age of RNs is 50 years old, and this trend of an aging nursing profession is likely to persist beyond 2022. Consequently, although more nurses are joining the field, the median age of the entire nursing workforce remains quite high. The ages of new nurses at the clinic fluctuate widely, although most are between 22 and 46.
Given that people's brainpower naturally wanes as they get older, it is important to consider the range of ages among the students. According to Tagliabue et al. (2023), acquiring activity-oriented abilities may be hindered because older persons often demonstrate shorter response times and decreased accuracy while learning new skills. The opposite is true for implicit learning abilities, which Tagliabue et al. (2023) observed to peak around adolescence and drop with age. Implicit learning abilities are crucial for developing motor, cognitive, and social competence. Teaching work-life balance, dependent on social competency, must thus consider age. Older learners may gain more from practical training than their younger counterparts because of their greater life experience in juggling several responsibilities. Therefore, the clinical nurse educator should consider the participants' learning capacity as a whole before deciding how to offer the course material.
Strategies for Conflict Management
Having a plan for dealing with disputes between students or between students and the nurse educator is crucial in a classroom setting. Cultural differences and differences in students' personalities, attitudes, interests, and learning requirements are cited as a common cause of classroom disputes by Valente and Lourenço (2020). There may be problems if pupils of different cultures, ages, or languages feel left out of the classroom experience (Valente & Lourenço, 2020). Therefore, in order to provide a safe and welcoming classroom for all students, it is essential to use effective conflict management tactics. Valente and Lourenço (2020) propose five conflict management tactics for the classroom. The educator can take one of several possible stances, including a dominant one in which his or her agenda takes precedence, an accommodating one in which student needs come first, an avoiding one in which the educator avoids taking sides, and a compromising one in which a compromise is sought out. According to their study, educators with a high emotional intelligence (EI) quotient can better identify the most acceptable conflict management method for certain scenarios (Valente & Lourenço, 2020). A key finding is that teachers with high EI are more likely to use an integrative approach to conflict management, which benefits students and teachers alike.
Management and Motivation
As they go from the classroom to the hospital, young nurses should remember the value of a balanced life. The goal of a clinical nurse educator is to disseminate information on ways to better oneself that may be used in one's professional and personal relationships. To conduct this course, the educator has to provide a proper learning atmosphere and inspire the learners to attend the appropriate sessions.
Learning Environment
The nurse's clinical practice setting, where she interacts with patients, is the best location for teaching lessons on work-life balance and motivation to care for patients. Clinicians and other non-medical employees may access a variety of emotional and psychological treatments, including therapy, via the hospital's staff welfare office. Hayat et al. (2021) argue that the quality of clinical education may be enhanced by providing educational and welfare amenities inside a clinical setting. Workshops and physical training sessions may be held in facilities similar to those in conventional classrooms. According to Torkshavand et al. (2020), children are more likely to remember knowledge when teachers can teach by example, and the classroom environment is centered on the needs of the students. For instance, putting a learner in a situation where they engage with teenage patients might educate them on how to deal with patients in this age range.
Students may gain valuable "soft skills" like how to deal with stress and prioritize their time effectively by taking advantage of the welfare services available to them. However, certain settings could be more conducive to keeping students engaged and enthusiastic. There are several disadvantages to learning in virtual classrooms, such as the fact that students can only apply the nursing skills they have learned once and can only partially internalize the material. Students are more likely to be inspired to study when they have access to guidance from a variety of sources, inside as well as outside of the lecture hall (Torkshavand et al., 2020). Students may benefit greatly from the wealth of educational and welfare opportunities available in a clinical environment.
Relevant Theories
Classroom and Learner Management
The best way to teach students about striking a good work-life balance is through humanistic classroom management ideas. Since humanistic theories assume that students have agency over their actions, the teacher must consider the students' motivations, interests, and needs (Aung, 2020). The educator's ability to communicate effectively with students allows them to probe their feelings of community, sense of accomplishment, and sense of self-identity and then implement necessary changes. As a humanistic philosophy, Glasser's approach emphasizes realism and control treatment, fosters student connections, and provides opportunities for students to establish their own opinions, set goals, and dedicate themselves to the learning process. Humanistic theories like Ginott's wise information model advocate for smart communication to achieve peaceful interactions with pupils (Amatullah et al., 2021). Both theories provide helpful frameworks for imparting the desired training.
Learner Motivation
Self-determination theory, which proposes that people's motivations vary from person to person, is the most important theory of learner motivation (Torkshavand et al., 2020). Regarding the rules and incentives, there are three distinct forms of motivation: lack of motivation, external or monetary incentives, and internal or innate drives. When students are unmotivated, teachers have minimal influence on their behavior (Torkshavand et al., 2020). Extrinsically driven individuals can maintain their motivation via a combination of external, internal, cognitive, and affective forms of control. On the other side, intrinsically motivated people are driven by their own interest, delight, and sense of fulfillment (Torkshavand et al., 2020). The self-determination theory's greatest merit is that it provides a universally applicable scale for measuring the factors influencing an individual's motivation.
Applicability of Theories
Learners gaining insight into how to strike a work-life balance might benefit from the humanistic notions articulated in Glasser's and Ginott's models (Arduini-Van Hoose, 2020). The theories are relevant because students' capacity to make and implement decisions will keep them invested in reflecting on how a given course would affect their future nursing profession and personal life. Humanists would argue that effective communication is needed to discipline students, but nobody knows. Whether the adult students will exhibit behavior issues that warrant disciplinary action is not apparent. Arduini-Van Hoose (2020) continues to posit that learners may be inspired by using the principles of self-determination theory, which provide the groundwork for figuring out which methods of inspiration will work best for every given student.
Evidence-Based Strategies and Best Practices
For students to be motivated to study in the clinical setting, it is crucial that they get an excellent clinical education and that teachers and students have strong academic and clinical ties. Cui et al. (2021) believe seminars, trainer uniformity, and a list of desired outcomes are the three best strategies and techniques for raising student motivation via exceptional clinical education. Learners can be better prepared to put theoretical principles into practice by participating in workshops on the topic they are studying, such as work-life balance or caring for specific patient populations, without experiencing emotional exhaustion when the same trainer or educator guides students through both theoretical and practical sessions, student engagement and motivation to learn increases, as stated by Cui et al. (2021). Students are more likely to actively participate in class since the technique facilitates open dialogue between them and the teacher. Cui et al. (2021) further say that using checklists allows instructors to understand better where their students are struggling so that they may better tailor their instruction to address those areas. The approach aids in keeping students interested, enhancing the course of learning, and ensuring the education services suit students' requirements.
Coordination meetings and seminars on relationships are two of the finest ways to strengthen bonds between instructors and students. The coordination meetings are held so that the students and teacher may feel at ease with one another, resulting in a productive learning environment (Cui et al., 2021). If relationship-building courses are offered, students will be better prepared to deal with patients. Learners interested in gaining a deeper understanding of their patients and creating trustworthy connections with patients of all ages, backgrounds, and preferences might benefit from this technique (Ocloo et al., 2021). However, the approach shown by Belita et al. (2020) is to organize social events and pair students with encouraging instructors because this viewpoint emphasizes the need to include managers in all phases of the nursing education process.
Teaching Strategies
The development of efficient instructional techniques is of utmost importance in effectively disseminating course information to the targeted student population. It is important to ensure that instructional materials are tailored to the individual needs of each student, while simultaneously aligning with the overarching goals and objectives of the course. Hence, the process of course design and selection of teaching approaches involves making decisions on the content to be taught, the expected outcomes for students, potential hindrances to effective learning, and strategies to address and overcome such impediments.
Learning Outcomes
The training program will be advantageous for newly graduated nurses as it will facilitate their familiarization with the healthcare environment and the individuals under their care. Additionally, it will provide them with the necessary resources to effectively manage the demands of their profession while maintaining a harmonious equilibrium between their personal and professional lives, notwithstanding the inevitable obstacles they will encounter. In order to cultivate a robust and harmonious workforce, it is essential that nurses get proper direction or orientation about the attainment of a work-life equilibrium (Wang, 2021). Employees who acquire the skill of analyzing their work environment and implementing suitable strategies are more inclined to avoid burnout and stress, which are significant factors leading to the decision to quit one's job.
Objectives inform the design of the outcomes of the delivery of the course. By the end of the course, the learner shall have:
- Despite having several hospital nurse responsibilities, she tried to maintain a good work-life balance.
- Unhealthy lifestyle indicators were identified.
- I have discovered the root causes of burnout, stress, and other signs of life out of whack and how to restore equilibrium
- Acquire proficiency in communicating with a wide variety of patients to lessen the impact of these interactions on emotional well-being.
- Effectively managed time and established objectives.
- Learned to draw boundaries between work and home,
- Acquired know-how in dealing with tension and resolving disputes
- Furthermore, it identified the most efficient ways to get things done in nursing.
Appropriate Teaching Strategies
Both regular classroom lectures with PowerPoint and flipped classrooms are used as pedagogical approaches. Conventional pedagogical approaches effectively provide students with the necessary theoretical foundation to cultivate proficiency in achieving a harmonious equilibrium between their professional and personal lives. The authors of the study (Torkshavand et al., 2020) assert that their method is rooted in the outcome-based education paradigm, which prioritizes the instruction of practical skills that have applicability outside the confines of the educational setting. Within this traditional framework, both students and educators engage in the process of assessing their own performance and engaging in reflective practices to ascertain the extent to which they are progressing towards the intended educational outcomes. According to Torkshavand et al. (2020), it is recommended that evaluations be guided by both theoretical knowledge and clinical competence.
In order to enhance traditional educational methods, novel techniques such as the "flipped classroom" have been used. According to the findings of Low et al. (2021), the primary objective of implementing a flipped classroom approach is to provide a learner-centered educational experience and enhance student engagement by prioritizing self-directed learning. The literature presents a varied body of data about the efficacy of integrating team-based strategies with the learner-centered flipped classroom model in the context of providing nursing education of superior quality. According to Torkshavand et al. (2020), the incorporation of learner-centered strategies such as role-playing and scenario simulation may enhance nursing competence by facilitating learners' familiarity with working situations. Furthermore, the integration of active learning into nursing education has been recommended by Low et al. (2021). This approach involves providing nurses with chances to promptly use the knowledge acquired in the classroom. The instruction of newly trained nurses about the need of maintaining a healthy equilibrium between their professional and personal lives might potentially be enhanced by the use of both traditional and innovative methodologies. Nevertheless, in order to achieve effectiveness, it is important to tailor these strategies to meet the specific needs of each student.
Managing Barriers to Learning
In a regular classroom setting, students, regardless of their classification as "traditional" or "non-traditional," encounter various challenges or barriers. Regmi and Jones (2020) provide many instances of barriers that individuals may encounter in the realm of language, including language hurdles, reading and writing difficulties, behavioral obstacles, individual impediments, and environmental constraints. Individual-specific barriers include several challenges that are distinct to each individual. These challenges may manifest as physical limitations, behavioral issues such as absenteeism and attention-seeking, as well as motivational obstacles that the learner may encounter. Cultural influences, familial origins and complexity are examples of contextual obstacles. In order to ensure the efficacy of the educational plan, it is necessary for the educator to use strategies aimed at surmounting these challenges.
Strategies
Regmi & Jones (2020) highlighted many methods teachers might use to overcome these challenges that students may encounter in the classroom in both small and large groups. The first approach is to create and administer a learner profile exam at the institutional level to identify students experiencing linguistic and cultural difficulties. The test's results could be used to determine which students need to have the course taught in a language other than English and which students can speak multiple languages and help their classmates or patients understand the material being taught in class. The second strategy is working with local social workers and organizations to address the challenges that students may experience due to their social and cultural backgrounds. The third strategy is using a learning style assessment, such as Kolb's, to determine which learning approaches students prefer and how to overcome any obstacles they may have (Idkhan & Idris, 2021).
How Strategies Help Overcoming Barriers
If nurses of various cultural origins are learning English as a second language, the learner profile technique may help identify potential language barriers. If the hospital knows which incoming nurses need language assistance, it may engage interpreters or translators to help with the oral training (Borup & Evmenova, 2019). New nurses, who will be interacting with patients with various language needs, may also find this approach valuable when they return to their workstations to complete their orientation. Second, the clinical nurse educator can be better prepared to assist new nurses in resolving cultural and family issues that may impede their orientation and learning in the specific facility by collaborating with social workers and other community resources. When exposed to a new context, learners may experience social and psychological issues; social workers and community-based organizations are equipped to tackle some of these challenges (Amatullah et al., 2021). Regmi & Jones. (2020) found that including the clinical nurse educator in the classroom improved the educator's ability to assist children with learning difficulties.
The third strategy utilizes a learning style survey as a means to assist individuals in overcoming their distinct learning challenges. The customization of this approach can be attributed to the association between a student's learning style and their level of academic achievement (Arduini-Van Hoose, 2020). According to Idkhan and Idris (2021), the integration of non-traditional techniques, such as blended learning, with conventional classroom sessions underscores the heightened significance of employing a learning style assessment. According to Borup and Evmenova (2019), the authors of the study assert that educators who employ the inventory possess the necessary data to customize their instructional approaches and accommodate the individualized learning preferences and skill levels of their students. Implementing a personalized approach to education sessions that align with the unique needs and preferences of individual nurses would be a beneficial strategy for organizing lifestyle-oriented courses.
Impact of Strategies on Motivation
The motivation of students can be influenced by a combination of internal and external factors. Both strategies aimed at educating the student population and eliminating barriers to learning in the classroom can effectively maintain student interest and enhance their engagement in academic pursuits. Borup and Evmenova (2019) assert that employing strategies, such as the utilization of learning style inventories, can effectively address the distinct learning barriers faced by students. This approach has the potential to engage learners who exhibit a lack of motivation, thereby fostering their active participation in the educational experience. According to Torkshavand et al. (2020), the implementation of workshops or active learning strategies can effectively maintain students' interest and engagement by facilitating the immediate application of classroom knowledge to real-world situations.
Adult learners demonstrate a higher propensity to engage actively in course material and derive advantages from it when provided with occasions to apply their acquired knowledge in real-world settings. This study showcases the efficacy of active learning strategies, such as role-playing and simulated scenarios, in fostering inspiration and engagement among students. In order to enhance the academic success of children, it is advantageous to establish collaborations with social workers and community-based organizations, as suggested by Ocloo et al. (2021). This approach facilitates the provision of essential emotional and social assistance to children. The collaboration between teachers and social workers enhances the learning experience as it provides students with a heightened sense of resource availability.
Assessment Strategies
Assessment is a fundamental component of the pedagogical and educational process as it serves to evaluate the extent to which learners have learned information and to identify areas in need of improvement in the learning process. In order to effectively conduct the work-life balance course, it is essential that the assessment approach be designed to enhance the achievement of learning goals, since the skills being taught are applicable to many elements of the learners' lives. Therefore, it is essential that the chosen assessment technique serves as a catalyst for learners to actively seek out further knowledge and use it in a practical manner within their professional and personal spheres. This section elucidates the assessment types that have been implemented, the manner in which the results will be assessed, and the significance of these assessment kinds in relation to cultural competency.
Assessment Types
The use of the formative assessment approach will be employed to evaluate the development of learners during the duration of the course. Asamoah et al. (2023) asserts that formative assessment is characterized by its focus on students and its reflective nature, enabling both educators and learners to rectify misconceptions, address areas of uncertainty, and make required modifications. According to Asamoah et al. (2023), formative assessment is considered more advantageous as it equips students with the necessary skills to become self-reliant lifelong learners who assume complete accountability for their own learning. The formative assessment methods to be used include student self-evaluation, self-test quizzes administered via an online discussion board, and a mid-course examination (Julien et al., 2022). The use of self-assessment as a tool allows learners the opportunity to evaluate the knowledge and skills acquired throughout the learning process, as well as their relevance and practicality in both their professional and personal contexts. This process also serves to identify any areas of uncertainty or confusion that need further clarification from the educator. The use of mid-course exams and self-test quizzes, without imposing any limitations on the learners, might prove to be beneficial in pinpointing specific areas where learners may need to plan in their application of work-life balance information in practical settings. In addition, the use of self-test quizzes enables learners to assess their own level of confidence in their information, particularly when these quizzes are offered via discussion board postings. According to Julien et al. (2022), students exhibit a more favorable response towards unrestricted formative evaluations in comparison to summative assessment methods such as weekly quizzes, report writing, and presentations.
Evaluating Accomplishment of Outcomes
` The assessment of course outcomes will be conducted by the administration of course questionnaires, both at the midpoint and conclusion of the course. The use of mid-term course surveys into the educational program facilitates educators in assessing students' comprehension of the subject matter and identifying areas that need more instruction. Upon completion of the course, the administration of the survey enables the instructor to assess the extent to which students have attained the predetermined learning objectives and have acquired a comprehensive understanding of the ideas conveyed throughout the curriculum. The learning objectives of this course align with the key principles of work-life balance that students are expected to comprehend and apply. Consequently, the survey administration will assess the extent to which the newly trained nurses have grasped these concepts and are prepared to implement them in both their professional and personal spheres.
How Assessment Supports Cultural Competence
The use of various formative learning styles becomes beneficial for learners who possess unique learning styles, which are in turn impacted by variations in age among nurses. Mukazi (2022) assert that the use of formative assessment is effective in maintaining the engagement of younger learners, particularly when using experience-oriented learning approaches. Individuals belonging to various age cohorts, particularly the younger demographic, has unique perspectives on the process of acquiring knowledge, which are shaped by their upbringing. Employing multiple evaluation methodologies effectively accommodates their varying requirements. For example, older learners who have a greater familiarity with conventional teaching methods are likely to exhibit positive reactions when presented with mid-course examinations. Conversely, younger learners may get more advantages from non-traditional tactics such as self-test quizzes and self-assessments. The use of formative assessment strategies contributes to the development of cultural competency by offering a range of evaluation methods that cater to students from varying cultural and language backgrounds. The integration of formative assessment into a pedagogical framework may effectively enhance the development of cultural competency in teaching and learning.
Summary
During facility orientation, newly recruited nurses must complete a thorough work-life balance training. This requires a complex approach that includes teaching methodologies, evaluation techniques, instructional design, and addressing learning hurdles. The goal of the course design, which is focused on certain learning goals and objectives, is to provide nurses with the knowledge and abilities they need to successfully balance their personal and professional life. The training aims to address the common issues that nurses often face in their demanding work situations by highlighting the significance of efficient time management, communication skills, and stress management approaches. The focused teaching tactics are designed to encourage students' active involvement and self-directed learning. They include both conventional classroom lectures and cutting-edge techniques like the flipped classroom model.
Furthermore, the dedication to creating an inclusive and encouraging learning environment is shown by the proactive identification and treatment of learning impediments, such as linguistic hurdles, cultural effects, and individual-specific difficulties. To overcome these obstacles and guarantee that every nurse has the assistance they need to succeed in the course, focused tactics like learner profile tests, working with social workers, and learning style evaluations are crucial. These tactics are important for more reasons than just breaking through learning obstacles; they are also essential for raising student engagement and motivation, which benefits the course as a whole.
Additionally, the well-chosen assessment strategies—which mostly use formative assessment techniques—act as a catalyst for the learners' continuous growth and development. The integration of self-evaluation, self-test quizzes, and mid-course exams into the assessment strategy fosters a feeling of responsibility and self-accountability in the learning process, while also facilitating ongoing feedback and adjustments. By using course surveys at different points in time, instructors may assess how well the learning goals have been accomplished, which helps to keep the course in line with the desired results. This all-encompassing method of evaluation not only gauges students' comprehension of the concepts of work-life balance, but it also helps foster diversity and cultural competence within the school system.
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