Transformative Learning in Nursing: A Guide for Nurse Educators

Transformative Learning Theory offers a uniquely inclusive methodology across all levels of nursing education for educators and students focused on common nursing arenas and situations. This is the only book to present practical, innovative strategies for novice and experienced nurse educators to apply Transformative Learning Theory in various curricula, courses, and learning situations. Geared for adult and returning students, the text addresses common learning issues from both learner and teacher perspectives, enabling educators and students to apply Transformative Learning to evaluate their own authentic transformation throughout their careers. Key Features: Offers a uniquely inclusive theory and methodology "Transformative Learning Theory" across degree levels for educators and students Includes practical learning strategies and activities for a broad nursing curriculum Addresses the needs of novice nurse educators with clinical, but limited pedagogical, expertise and experienced nurse educators seeking new frameworks and techniques Provides direct application for classroom, online, or hybrid learning environments Covers all aspects of simulation Designed for graduate nursing education courses

About the Author :
Arlene H. Morris, EdD, RN, CNE, is Associate Professor, Auburn University, Montgomery, School of Nursing. She is President of the Alabama State Nurses Association, a Certified Nurse Educator (NLN), and has been a ""Distinguished Teacher"" at Auburn from 2007-2010. Other awards include funding support from Laerdal Medical Corporation and AACN for meeting presentations. She has received 7 health care/educator grants, several in 5 figures. She has authored one textbook, written chapters for several books and has written numerous peer reviewed articles. Dr. Morris has presented over 100 times, locally and nationally, and has expertise in RN-BSN and MSN curriculum revision programs. She received her EdD in 2007 from Auburn University, and worked as a staff nurse in med-surg, home care, and student health care for five years in major hospitals and community health centres in the Auburn area. |Debbie R. Faulk, PhD, MSN, RN, CNE, is Associate Professor, Auburn University, Mongomery, and chair of the RN-BSN track in the school of nursing. Dr. Faulk has 25 years of experience in a variety of health care settings, including critical care, community care, gerontology, management, and education. She is a certified Nurse Educator with chapters in 4 textbooks and numerous articles in peer reviewed journals. She presents locally and nationally.