Teaching and Learning in Nursing RSS feed: Current Issue. Teaching and Learning in Nursing is the Official Journal of the National Organization of Associate Degree Nursing . The journal is dedicated to the advancement of Associate Degree Nursing education and practice, and promotes collaboration in charting the future of health care education and delivery. Topics include: Managing Different Learning Styles New Faculty Mentoring Legal Issues Research Legislative Issues Instructional Design Strategies Leadership, Management Roles Unique Funding for Programs and Faculty http://www.jtln.org/?rss=yesElsevier Inc.en © 2012 National Organization for Associate Degree Nursing. Published by Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved. Teaching and Learning in Nursing1557-308771January 2012 © 2012 National Organization for Associate Degree Nursing. Published by Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved. healthpermissions@elsevier.comhttp://www.jtln.org/article/PIIS1557308711001016/abstract?rss=yesSister Assumpta was my first grade school teacher. She taught me one of my most valuable life lessons—learn the rules well so that you can break them properly! Years later, as a brand new graduate, I remembered Sister's admonition as I tried to bathe 10 patients before 11:00 a.m. (one of the rules). Today, we would call leaving a bath to 2:00 p.m. prioritizing, but that concept had not yet been integrated into my curriculum and my consciousness.ImmortalityMaris Lown10.1016/j.teln.2011.11.001Teaching and Learning in Nursing 7, 1 (2012)2012-01-01Teaching and Learning in Nursing2012-01-0171S1557-3087(11)X0005-711http://www.jtln.org/article/PIIS1557308711000904/abstract?rss=yesAbstract: Human patient simulation is oftentimes incorporated in the educational process for instructing nursing students and has proven to be instrumental in narrowing the gap between theoretical foundations and clinical practice within a safe learning environment. Although this pedagogical approach can be a beneficial adjunct to the traditional lecture in nursing education, it does lack one component, which is contact with a human being. Nurse educators can be instrumental in enhancing the learning process when using simulation by incorporating this key element of patient care, the therapeutic encounter.Bringing simulation to life through a therapeutic encounter: a pedagogical approach used for associate degree nursing studentsStacy Rose, Tamra Courey, Mary Ball, Connie Bowler, Zenora Thompson10.1016/j.teln.2011.09.003Teaching and Learning in Nursing 7, 1 (2012)2012-01-01Teaching and Learning in Nursing2012-01-0171S1557-3087(11)X0005-725http://www.jtln.org/article/PIIS1557308711000709/abstract?rss=yesAbstract: Nurse educators must explore innovative ways to engage students and stimulate learning. Student response system (SRS) technology is one tool educators can use to increase participation, provide immediate feedback, and encourage critical thinking. This study evaluated perceptions of first-year nursing students using SRS technology. The findings support the use of SRS technology as a positive pedagogical approach to incorporate in teaching associate degree nursing students.Student perception of clicker usage in nursing educationPamela Fifer10.1016/j.teln.2011.07.005Teaching and Learning in Nursing 7, 1 (2012)2012-01-01Teaching and Learning in Nursing2012-01-0171S1557-3087(11)X0005-769http://www.jtln.org/article/PIIS1557308711000667/abstract?rss=yesAbstract: This descriptive study of workload in relation to the overall well-being of academic program directors was conducted among 242 associate degree nursing program directors in the United States. The Copenhagen Psychosocial Questionnaire II from researchers in Denmark was the instrument used. Participants reported high levels of quantitative and emotional work demands that correlated with high levels of stress, burnout, sleep problems, and decreasing overall physical health. These results support international research findings that have analyzed similar variables in other employment positions. As we face a growing international shortage of nurses, the need for nurse faculty and nurse program directors continues to grow. However, given the state of the nurse program director position, it is not surprising that few qualified faculty prospective applicants are expressing interest in an administrative role. Results are discussed in relation to other recent workload studies, and recommendations follow.Workload demand: a significant factor in the overall well-being of directors of associate degree nursing programsRonda D. Mintz-Binder, Donna L. Sanders10.1016/j.teln.2011.07.001Teaching and Learning in Nursing 7, 1 (2012)2012-01-01Teaching and Learning in Nursing2012-01-0171S1557-3087(11)X0005-71016http://www.jtln.org/article/PIIS1557308711000692/abstract?rss=yesAbstract: This article presents a case study reporting the methodology and experiences of using Web 2.0 social media tools through Facebook to facilitate a graduate-level course in nursing informatics. Using Facebook as the sole classroom management software program permitted the class to become a synergetic learning team. The reader will benefit by learning how the instructor became the facilitator and a participant in the course while students became the producers of information—not just consumers.Using Facebook as course management software: a case studyElizabeth M. LaRue10.1016/j.teln.2011.07.004Teaching and Learning in Nursing 7, 1 (2012)2012-01-01Teaching and Learning in Nursing2012-01-0171S1557-3087(11)X0005-71722http://www.jtln.org/article/PIIS1557308711000916/abstract?rss=yesAbstract: Nurse educators are continually challenged to facilitate the integration of theory and practice to prepare competent graduate nurses. One method suitable to measure competence is the electronic portfolio (ePortfolio). Portfolios are a goal-driven, organized collection of items (artifacts) that demonstrate a learner's expansion of knowledge and skills over time. Learning portfolios are becoming accepted in associate degree nursing education as an efficient method of documenting and evaluating student learning and program outcomes.Using ePortfolio to demonstrate competence in associate degree nursing studentsKathleen Karsten10.1016/j.teln.2011.09.004Teaching and Learning in Nursing 7, 1 (2012)2012-01-01Teaching and Learning in Nursing2012-01-0171S1557-3087(11)X0005-72326http://www.jtln.org/article/PIIS1557308711000679/abstract?rss=yesAbstract: Attrition within nursing programs is costly to the student and educational programs. There is little evidence regarding the effectiveness of targeted remediation programs for assisting at-risk students in achieving academic success. The purpose of this study was to investigate the effects of supplemental nursing instruction on student success. Students were enrolled in a targeted course, Application of Nursing Concepts, which included activities designed to promote the development of critical thinking skills. Chi-square test revealed sufficient evidence to support that there was a significant difference in academic outcome, with the participants more likely to achieve success (r = 9.435, p = .009). Of the 13 students who were not successful, only 1 failed while receiving assistance. The remaining 11 were not successful in nursing courses for which no remedial assistance was available. This analysis strongly supports the belief that the remediation was effective in assisting at-risk students with academic success.Efficacy of supplemental instruction to enhance student successMariann Harding10.1016/j.teln.2011.07.002Teaching and Learning in Nursing 7, 1 (2012)2012-01-01Teaching and Learning in Nursing2012-01-0171S1557-3087(11)X0005-72731http://www.jtln.org/article/PIIS1557308711000680/abstract?rss=yesAbstract: The aim of this article is to describe the use of narrative inquiry as the research method used to investigate the transformative learning experiences of associate degree nursing students. The process of participant selection and recruitment, data collection and analysis, and development of narrative threads is defined. Implications for use of narrative inquiry in associate degree nursing education are explored. The traditional use of narratives in nursing education and practice is also defined.The use of narrative analysis to study transformative learning in associate degree nursing students: a focus on the methodologyTamara M. Kear10.1016/j.teln.2011.07.003Teaching and Learning in Nursing 7, 1 (2012)2012-01-01Teaching and Learning in Nursing2012-01-0171S1557-3087(11)X0005-73235http://www.jtln.org/article/PIIS1557308711001004/abstract?rss=yes Communication is a key part of everything that we do in health care. In most practice environments, the electronic health record (EHR) is at the center of all communication (). Nursing students need to interact with an educational version of the EHR on a frequent basis. This type of tool can help them better understand the process of taking data and transforming it into high-quality nursing care ().Four features to look for in the educational electronic health recordTim J. Bristol10.1016/j.teln.2011.10.001Teaching and Learning in Nursing 7, 1 (2012)2012-01-01Teaching and Learning in Nursing2012-01-0171S1557-3087(11)X0005-73639