The first week lesson was focused on the historical development of the Advanced Practice Nursing (APN) role and evidence-based practice from the perspective of various philosophical and theoretical foundations. In which I have learned about various roles and responsibilities of APN. As the scope of practice for APN is vary from state, I have explored the role and scope of practice of Nurse Practitioner (NP) in Texas. The second week lesson was focused on the complexity theory and selected skills, understandings, and integrative abilities of the APN and specialty nurse practitioner practice. In which I have learned about the APN’s leadership role in healthcare policy to facilitate best practices for diverse populations. It is important for APN…
Reflection is an active process whereby the professional can gain an understanding of how historical, social, cultural and personal experiences have contributed to professional knowledge and practice (Wilkinson, 1996).…
If you feel you learned nothing useful or if your personal research process hasn’t changed, tell me that, but, as above, back up all your points with specific details about what was not useful. Along the same lines, what would make this course more meaningful and practical for you?…
Hi Rosie, I was delighted to read that someone in their twenty’s going back to college, to advance their education. Rosie, I see you hold a vision and requiring a higher position in your workplace. To find out more about critical thinking will help us to remember and make racial decisions in our daily life. Rosie, I know you have concerns taking this course do not worry you will be okay. Rosie, make sure to read the syllabus and the course materials, it will guide you throughout this course. We always need encouragement and advice to become better adults and critical thinking skills, will help throughout our lifetimes.…
To be completely honest, this class has I think taught me more than most all my other classes, I’m not sure if it’s because I found the material interesting, or that I really liked your teaching methods. I think the most significant thing I have taken away from this class has been the use of Access and how to create a database. As difficult as it was, in the end I came out with a lot of useful information and skills that are now helping me at my current job.…
Yes, last week was really difficult for me! I'm pursuing my degree in nursing through Arizona College and doing my prerequests through Keiser University, so I was able to take advantage of the free tutoring available at Arizona College. I put my kids in daycare for the week and I was at the Arizona College campus from 6:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. studying and being tutored. I feel that I understand the concepts that we are studying each week, however the math portion is what I'm having a hard time with since I havent taken a math class in about ten years. I feel that I'm able to do the problems but they are taking me a long time to complete and since the time frame for the test is fifty minutes I run out of time and I'm left guessing on some of the…
My former English professor would always say “find a way 101”, whenever a student found themselves struggling in her class. At first I did not understand why she was so rude to her students, this was until after I graduated high school when I realized I was wrong. She was not rude, she was not mean, she was preparing her students for college level English classes. Reflecting on my past encounter with the toughest teacher at my former high school, I can say I feel prepared for a college level class. Although I may have taken the most rigorous class in high school, that does not mean I am expected to pass without falling short. However, I am certain that I am ready for the challenges that my professor will assign me in the fall.…
What mistakes did Debbie make in her test preparations that probably harmed her performance? The mistakes Debbie made were not thinking about what she would say in an essay and not doing enough studying.…
Since embarking on this course, I have developed an understanding of the notion of critical reflection, in particular understanding how I have impacted upon a situation (Fook and Gardner, 2007:p27) through the unique perspectives and values which I bring to it. Understanding the diversity amongst service users and the complexity of applying theoretical knowledge to practice, has helped me to appreciate the processes involved in reflection and to make sense of my difficulties in past experience to apply my knowledge across different contexts. I have also gained an understanding of how my personality type can impact on my reflective practice. For example, as an introvert this could make the process of reflection with others more difficult, a…
A thorough analysis of my experience in Writing 101 taught me many things. A major takeaway from this class is never to overestimate my abilities. While taking this course, I was also trying to handle two other classes, a full-time job, and a hormonal teenager. I feel I personally overestimated my abilities. Prior to taking this course I did not have a strong background in writing or English for that matter. I honestly feel writing is my weakest subject. I know I will have to retake this course. When I do retake the class, I will undoubtedly ensure I do not have any other distractions. I must take this course as a stand-alone class. I also will make certain this be a face to face course. I feel the lessons in this course are exquisite. However, I should have asked for help sooner. I now…
Teaching experience at this point in my career is exclusive to Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers (BLS). I have been a part of the teaching team for the BLS courses at my place of work for seven years. The BLS courses are taught in a classroom setting with manikins and provider manual based on American Heart Association (AHA) guidelines. The courses are provided all healthcare providers within the institution and provide an easy and effective avenue to obtain their BLS recertification or certification. The focus of training is on high-quality Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) which includes 1 and 2-person rescuer CPR and AED for adult, child, and infant. AHA guidelines require BLS renewal every two years, I teach once course…
This course thoroughly prepared me for my own classroom! The cultural background assignment really made me aware of certain characteristics and trends of students in my classroom. Also, the classroom management tips and strategies were greatly helpful! I especially loved the idea of having…
During the course of this class I learned a lot of new stuff that I was unaware of before taking this course. I found a lot of it very interesting and helpful for the field of study I wish to do once finished with school it also opened my eyes to other fields in criminal justice that I may want to do instead of what I have had in mind.…
Coming into this class I was aware that my writing abilities were not the most resilient. I attempted this class my senior year in high school, but due to lack of motivation and laziness I received a D for the class. Seeing that I needed to retake a class that was not particularly my most successful topic pushed me to achieve success. I established a goal, to pass the class with at least a B, and I am only one more paper away from doing that. I’m writing this letter to tell you how my writing has changed for the better over the semester, and the obstacles that I had to overcome.…
This is a course reflection giving me the opportunity to look back on what this course has offered me as new learning, writing, and communicating skills. In addition, to building on the knowledge I already hold and different ways to utilize it.…
