Unit 5 Introduction: Nursing Theory, Education, and Learning
Respond to the question in 100 words
1. Complete a library search for a peer-reviewed journal article that integrates a nursing theory with a nursing education topic.
2. Present the article and discuss the theory used and the benefits of utilizing theory in nursing education
3. Discuss Adult Learning Theory principles
4. Discuss how nurse educators can use Adult Learning Theory principles to guide teaching practices and curriculum development.
5. Provide examples of how it can be used to improve client health.
6. What are some barriers that nurses may encounter during client education and how can they be overcome?
7. Attach a copy of the article to this discussion forum.
Introduction to Unit 5
This week we will be studying the application of nursing theory to education. Nurses are responsible for teaching patients, allied health partners, and other nurses on a variety of health promotion and health maintenance topics. Applying learning theory to curriculum development and instruction can help ensure instruction is comprehensive and appropriately focused.
After completing this unit, students will be able to:
• Examine selected nursing theories and their application in nursing education
• Understand differences between cognitive and behavioral theory
• Discuss how adult learning theory principles guide teaching practices and curriculum development
