Problem-based Learning in Nursing: A New Model for a New Context(Nurse Education in Practice)

This book provides first-hand guidance for those involved in nurse education who are interested in the introduction of this exciting new strategy for teaching and learning. The suitability of problem-based learning (PBL) as a philosophy for nurse education in the new millennium is discussed through a series of reflective accounts by educationalists who have successfully implemented PBL. Topics covered include the nature of PBL, developing a problem-based curriculum, facilitor preparation, distance learning and assessment for PBL.

Table of Contents:
Foreword;  C.Alavi Preface;  S.Glen & K.Wilkie A New Model for a New Context;  I.Burns & S.Glen The Nature of Problem-Based Learning;  K.Wilkie   Preparation for Implementing Problem-Based Learning;  C.Gibbon Introducing Enquiry-Based Learning in Pre-Registration/Undergraduate Programmes;  S.Grandis & G.Long Problem-Based Learning in Post-Registration Midwifery;  J.Wise Group Dynamics and Dysjunction in Problem-Based Learning;  M.Savin-Baden Introducing Problem-Based Learning into Distance Learning;  B.Price Assessment and Evaluation in Problem-Based Learning;  D.Marks-Maran & G. Thomas An Educational Model for Preparation for Practice?;  I.Burns & S.Glen.

About the Author :
SALLY GLEN is Professor of Nurse Education and Dean of the School of Nursing and Midwifery at the University of Dundee. She has published widely on nursing education. An elected member of the UK Council of Deans of Nursing Schools and Departments Executive Committee and the UK representative on the EC Education and Training Committee. KAY WILKIE is PBL Co-ordinator at the School of Nursing and Midwifery, University of Dundee. Until its amalgamation with the University of Dundee, she was Programme Leader: Foundation Studies at Fife College of Health Studies. Kay has been involved in nurse education for over a decade and is particularly interested in making learning more student-centred. SALLY GLEN is Professor of Nurse Education and Dean of the School of Nursing and Midwifery at the University of Dundee. She has published widely on nursing education. An elected member of the UK Council of Deans of Nursing Schools and Departments Executive Committee and the UK representative on the EC Education and Training Committee. KAY WILKIE is PBL Co-ordinator at the School of Nursing and Midwifery, University of Dundee. Until its amalgamation with the University of Dundee, she was Programme Leader: Foundation Studies at Fife College of Health Studies. Kay has been involved in nurse education for over a decade and is particularly interested in making learning more student-centred.

Review :
'This is an exciting and timely text which captures the nature of problem-based learning and how it may be used in a variety of settings in pre-registration and post-registration nursing and midwifery. Practical ideas, advice and guidance are offered to those involved in the introduction of this teaching and learning strategy. The authors deliberately and successfully uncover relevant issues and discuss the many challenges faced when developing and implementing this strategy...an essential read to all those involved in health care delivery, whether that is as a practitioner, manager or educationalist.' - Joanne Bennett, Health and Social Care in the Community