Grading Student Midwives' Practice: A Case Study Exploring Relationships, Identity and Authority

This book explores the education and assessment of student midwives in clinical practice, focusing on how their practice is graded. It combines primary research with international literature to discuss valid practice knowledge, learning in clinical practice, evaluating practice learning, and failing students. It uses Basil Bernsteins theories to assess and evaluate performance in midwifery education.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 286 pages
Publication date: 31 May 2023
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

This comprehensive book delves into the intricate realm of education and assessment in clinical practice for student midwives, with a keen focus on the grading of their expertise. Authored by Chenery-Morris, the book combines primary research that explores the perspectives of students, mentors, and midwifery lecturers regarding practice learning and its assessment, with a wealth of international literature on clinical knowledge, teaching, and learning in practice, as well as assessment of students across various healthcare and education professions. Through in-depth discussions, the book examines the process of grading practice, explores the criteria for valid practice knowledge, delves into the dynamics of learning in clinical settings, evaluates the effectiveness of practice learning, and addresses the challenges of failing students. Drawing upon the profound theories of Basil Bernstein, the book sheds light on the assessment process and raises thought-provoking questions about whether performance should be assessed alongside competency to practice. This groundbreaking work makes a significant contribution to the field of midwifery education, offering valuable insights to both midwifery students and professionals interested in practice education across diverse healthcare disciplines.

Weight: 453g
Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367702038