Mastering Concept-Based Teaching and Competency Assessment

Mastering Concept-Based Teaching and Competency Assessment, 3rd Edition provides the understanding and expertise needed to transition from traditional content-focused instruction to a conceptual approach, and from knowledge assessment to competency assessment. It includes a new chapter on differentiating concept-based and competency-based approaches, a strong foundation in how to teach within a CBC, balanced teaching strategies, success evaluation criteria, and misconceptions and clarifications boxes. The updated content reflects the latest evidence and literature on the conceptual approach and the application of competencies within the conceptual approach.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 208 pages
Publication date: 07 April 2023
Publisher: Elsevier - Health Sciences Division

Developing and implementing a successful concept-based curriculum and competency assessment is essential for nursing faculty. Mastering Concept-Based Teaching and Competency Assessment, 3rd Edition, by thought-leader Jean Giddens, provides the understanding and expertise needed to make the transition from traditional content-focused instruction to a conceptual approach to teaching and learning, and from knowledge assessment to competency assessment.

The 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. A 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 between concept-based and competency-based approaches. It highlights the differences between the two approaches and provides examples of how they can be used in nursing education.

The 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. It includes a variety of case studies, examples, and exercises to help faculty apply the concepts and strategies discussed in the book.

In conclusion, Mastering Concept-Based Teaching and Competency Assessment, 3rd Edition, is a valuable resource for nursing faculty who want to develop and implement a successful concept-based curriculum and competency assessment. It provides the understanding and expertise needed to make the transition from traditional content-focused instruction to a conceptual approach to teaching and learning, and from knowledge assessment to competency assessment. The 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.

Weight: 340g
ISBN-13: 9780323934459
Edition number: 3 ed