Enabling Learning in Nursing and Midwifery Practice (eBook)

Sue West is Senior Lecturer in Adult Nursing at Canterbury Christ Church University. Professor Melanie Jasper is Head of School of Health Science, University of Wales Swansea. Dr Tim Clark is Senior Lecturer in Nursing and Applied Clinical Studies at Canterbury Christ Church University.

Enabling Learning in Nursing and Midwifery Practice : A Guide for Mentors 1
Contents 7
Preface 11
Introduction 15
1 CONTEMPORARY ISSUES IN MENTORING PRACTICE 19
Introduction 20
The Practice Context 24
Chapter Summary 26
References 28
2 A GOOD PLACEMENT EXPERIENCE: THE STUDENT’S PERSPECTIVE OF THEIR NEEDS IN THE PRACTICE SETTING 31
Introduction 32
Clarifying the Context: Learning as Input, Process and Outcome 32
Input: An Effective Structure for the Placement Learning Experience 33
Process: Some of the Variables within the Learning Experience 39
Output: The End Result of the Learning Experience 42
Chapter Summary 43
References 43
3 THE REFLECTIVE MENTOR: FACILITATING LEARNING IN THE PRACTICE SETTING 47
Introduction 48
Being a Reflective Mentor 48
Practice as a Learning Environment 51
Maximizing Your Own Opportunities for Development 59
Chapter Summary 60
References 61
4 HELPING PEOPLE LEARN 63
Introduction 63
Everyday Teaching and Learning 64
Behaviourist Theory 65
Social Learning Theory 69
Cognitive approaches to helping learners 71
Constructing Learning 74
Application of Knowledge for Practice 75
Practical Tips for Teaching and Facilitating Learning 76
Chapter Summary 78
References 79
5 DEVELOPING EFFECTIVE LEARNING RELATIONSHIPS IN PRACTICE 83
The Effective Mentor 86
Facilitation 92
Dysfunctional Mentor–Learner Relationships 96
Chapter Summary 97
References 98
6 LEARNING STYLES IN PRACTICE 101
Introduction 101
Clarifying the Context: What Are Learning Styles? 103
Learning Styles – Which One Are You? 104
Processing Information 107
Questionnaires That Examine Learning Style 108
Chapter Summary 113
References 113
7 USING INTERPERSONAL SKILLS IN MENTORING 117
Introduction 117
Phases of the Relationship 118
Attending and Listening 120
Questioning 122
Responding 125
Feedback 127
Chapter Summary 129
References 130
8 THE LEARNING ENVIRONMENT 131
Introduction 131
Method of Learner Allocation 134
Clinical Staff 135
Nature of the Learner 137
Higher Education Institutions 142
Clinical Environment 143
Chapter Summary 148
References 148
9 THE DEVELOPMENT OF COMPETENCE IN NEWLY QUALIFIED PRACTITIONERS 151
Introduction 152
What is Competent Practice? 153
Preceptorship 155
What Are the Key Features? 159
Adopting a ‘Cloak of Competence’ 166
Chapter Summary 167
References 169
10 ASSESSMENT OF PRACTICE: PRINCIPLES, PROCESS AND RESPONSIBILITIES 171
Introduction 172
The Journey to Professional Practice 172
The Purpose of Assessment 174
Underpinning Principles 176
Assessment Criteria 179
Single Event Versus Continuous Assessment 181
Factors That Influence Assessment in Practice 182
Becoming Student-Centred 190
Making a Decision 191
Managing the Failing Student 192
Chapter Summary 195
References 195
11 USE OF THE INTERNET TO SUPPORT LEARNING IN PRACTICE 199
Introduction 199
Use of the Internet and Other New Technologies in the Higher Education and Health-care Sectors 201
Some Potential Benefits and Challenges of Using the Internet to Support Learning in Practice 203
Some Practical Applications and Illustrations of the Internet Supporting Practice-Based Learning 205
Key Health-care Online Resources 208
The Internet Supporting Communication, Interaction and Reflection 212
How to Manage All This Information 213
Chapter Summary 214
References 214
12 CHALLENGES IN THE INTERPROFESSIONAL AGENDA 215
Introduction 216
Why an Interprofessional Approach? 216
A Shared Vision 217
Skills in Interprofessional Facilitation of Learning 218
Moving Forward 222
Chapter Summary 224
References 224
13 WORKING AS A PROFESSIONAL: STANDARDS FOR PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE 227
Introduction 228
Mentors as Professional Practitioners 228
Standards for Mentoring 230
Your Role as a Mentor 240
Maintaining Your Professional Competence 246
Chapter Summary 247
References 247
Glossary of Terms 249
Index 257

"This book is concise, direct, with opportunity for personal and professional reflection and on target for healthcare professionals wanting to increase their educational skills." (Doody's Reviews, June 2009)