Mastering Concept-Based Teaching and Competency Assessment
Mastering Concept-Based Teaching and Competency Assessment by Jean Foret Giddens, published by Elsevier on March 28, 2023, is a comprehensive resource designed for nursing faculty. This third edition offers insights into transitioning from traditional content-focused instruction to a conceptual approach, emphasizing the development and implementation of a concept-based curriculum and competency assessment. With 208 pages, this edition includes a new chapter that differentiates between concept-based and competency-based approaches, making it a valuable tool for both undergraduate and graduate faculty.
Readers will find a framework for creating a concept-based curriculum that begins with an overview of the conceptual approach and outlines the steps for its development. The book examines the nature of concepts in learning, balanced teaching strategies, and the importance of evaluating student learning through data analysis. Additionally, the updated content reflects the latest research in conceptual learning, while features like “Misconceptions and Clarifications” boxes enhance understanding. This edition serves as a helpful study aid for faculty preparing for the Certified Nurse Educator exam, providing a solid foundation in nursing education management and leadership.
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Learn how to develop and implement a successful concept-based curriculum and competency assessment! Written specifically for nursing faculty by thought-leader Jean Giddens, Mastering Concept-Based Teaching and Competency Assessment, 3rd Edition provides the understanding and expertise you need to make the transition from traditional content-focused instruction to a conceptual approach to teaching and learning, and from knowledge assessment to competency assessment. New to this edition is a new chapter on differentiating concept-based and competency-based approaches. A perfect complement to Giddens’ student-oriented textbook Concepts for Nursing Practice, this book is ideal for both undergraduate and graduate faculty, and also serves as a helpful study tool for faculty preparing for the Certified Nurse Educator exam.
- Framework for a concept-based curriculum (CBC) begins with an overview of the conceptual approach and then discusses the steps used in developing a CBC, using concepts as the infrastructure for the curriculum.
- Strong foundation in how to teach within a CBC examines the nature of concepts, their function in the process of learning, and the importance of being consistent in the selection and implementation of concepts.
- Balanced teaching strategies engage students with an open environment and learning activities demonstrating the application of information to multiple situations.
- Success evaluation criteria explain the importance of analyzing evaluation data to measure the achievement of student learning and for evaluating a CBC program.
- Misconceptions and Clarifications boxes reflect the latest research in conceptual learning to help clarify important concepts.
- NEW! Differentiating Concept-Based and Competency-Based Approaches chapter explains the close interrelationship of concepts and competencies.
- NEW! Updated content reflects the latest evidence and literature on the conceptual approach and the application of competencies within the conceptual approach.
- NEW! Improved graphic design and layout makes the content more visually appealing and promotes understanding.
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