Applicants need to have completed an undergraduate degree.
Introduction
In this unit, you will explore the main adult learning theories and how they can inform your teaching and learning in healthcare settings. You will evaluate the effectiveness of various instructional methods, tools and technology for diverse healthcare contexts and audiences. You also will have the opportunity to analyse the principles and strategies for evaluating teaching and examine best practices for providing feedback on teaching and learning.
Summary
| Unit name | Learning and Teaching in Healthcare Settings |
| Unit code | CNA632 |
| Credit points | 12.5 |
| College/School | Health School of Nursing |
| Discipline | Nursing |
| Coordinator | Ms Vicki Ibbotson |
| Delivered By | University of Tasmania |
| Level | Postgraduate |
Sustainable Development Goals
The Unit Coordinator has identified that this unit aligns with the following UN Sustainable Development Goals. We welcome your thoughts and feedback on the alignment of the unit with these goals.
Availability
Specific information on 2027 unit availability will be available in August
Learning Outcomes
- Synthesise the main theories of adult learning and their application to teaching practice in healthcare settings.
- Evaluate methods of teaching as they apply to the healthcare setting and the diverse needs of learners.
- Analyse the principles and approaches of evaluation of teaching and provision of feedback.
Fee Information
2027 fee information will be available in August.
Teaching
| Teaching Pattern | Individual Study – This unit is offered fully online via MyLO (My Learning Online). You are expected to devote around 10 hours per week to the study materials, assessment tasks and self-directed learning. Online webinar - six 30 minute webinars delivered throughout the study period. |
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| Assessment | Essay (20%)|Written Paper (35%)|Essay and video (45%) |
| Timetable | View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable |
Textbooks
| Required |
Required Readings will be provided by your Unit Coordinator. |
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| Recommended | Recommended Readings will be provided by your Unit Coordinator via the Reading List link in MyLO, or the unit Reading List on the University Library website. |
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