Introduce and provide an overview of constructivism in nursing: Define constructivism Discuss constructivism in the nursing context Explain the concept of scaffolding
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Novice To Expert: Constructivism in Nursing
Novice to Expert Working under stress requires the ability to prioritise, multi-task, advocate, maintain effective time management and is part of a suite of learning skills considered ‘novice to expert’ in nursing (Benner, 1982). This ability to transfer thoughts and process information, which are relevant to the particular situation, time and place, is of utmost…
Read MoreBloom’s Taxonomy & Constructivism
The use of Blooms Taxonomy to provide focus for the delivery of education and meeting educational objectives is a commonly used structure. The taxonomy can aid developing curriculum learning objectives, assessments and activities to align and scaffold education delivery. Organising levels of expertise of Bloom’s taxonomy categorises and orders from simple to complex and from…
Read MoreExperiential Learning from Five Perspectives
Journal Club: Fenwick, T. J. (2001). Experiential Learning: A Theoretical Critique from Five Perspectives. Information Series No. 385. Experiential Learning The importance for the educator in understanding the adult learner and their experience in a world of lifelong learning, workplace learning, informal learning and self-directed learning. Experiential learning means a process of human cognition (or to…
Read MoreCreate a Constructivist Online Learning Environment
Constructivist Learning Environments In a constructivist learning environment, the educator needs to allow the learner to develop and learn, ideally allowing progression suited to the individual. The content will have to be incorporated into lesson plans and intended learning outcomes to scaffold learning. Integrating varied theoretical approaches to assist and encourage learning is key. The facilitator will…
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Nurse Educator Role: A Guide For The New Nurse Educator
Starting out as a nurse educator can be a daunting and ‘thrown in at the deep end’ experience. Teaching to students, colleagues and other nurses in the workplace or higher education setting presents an array of challenges. But now you’re in the role, your expected to be able to deliver many types of education and…
Read MoreRadical Constructivism & Ernst von Glasersfeld
Radical Constructivism is? Information is not simply transferred from one person to another, and passed from teacher to student. The learning experience is down to the individual building knowledge and their subjective interpretation of this experience. The individual constructs knowledge, understanding and links this with their own experiences and ideas – the constructivism part. von Glasersfeld (1989) writes…
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