Teaching Plans

For my teaching plans, I am interested in creating an online lesson for module 4 which will take place November 2-22. I am thinking that 'cultural aspects in nursing' would be a good topic to study. Assignment possibilities that I would like to consider would be: questions for students to discuss on discussion board and a short written assignment. Maybe some textbook readings from one of our textbooks by Creasia and I will search for a journal article or two for the students to read and reflect upon. I would also like the students to post a reflective, personal blog entry about their experiences with different cultures in nursing

Personal Objectives for Practicum

Throughout my practicum experience I aim to:

1. Practice narrative discovery by guiding student blogs
2. Utilize a variety of methods of communicating online in order to effectively communicate with my preceptor and students
3. Become familiar with technologies used for online learning
4. Develop and/or implement a lesson or module
5. Document experiences that take place throughout this practicum
6. Observe and participate in different teaching techniques within online learning
7. Guide and encourage students to critically think
8. Learn how to successfully conduct an online class through observing my preceptor, actively participating in activities and lessons, and taking initiative in communication and learning opportunities
9. Practice and utilize time management
10. Learn various teaching methods used in distance learning
11. Analyze the role of faculty in an online course
12. Support my preceptor in directing students in their progress throughout the course
13. Monitor discussion board communication and prompt further thought and feedback
14. Gain knowledge in the process of developing and/or preparing online courses
15. Gain experience in assessments, evaluations, and grading of assignments

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Scheduling...

Wow! Who knew that scheduling and time conflicts would be so difficult? I work full-time Monday-Friday and thought that I had everything worked out with a preceptor. Turns out our schedules were not going to work with one another. I couldn't attend Monday classes nor Wednesday and/or Thursday clinical. What was I to do. I contacted one of the professors that teaches the weekend program and unfortunately she already had another student with her. I contacted one of the clinical instructors. She, too, was unable to work with me this semester. I have been searching and trying to figure out what I was to do and how I would get this practicum experience to work out this fall. Finally!!! After discussing this with Dr. Anderson and asking around a little more, I found an instructor who is willing and interested in letting me work with her. I have not started yet, but I do look forward to this experience.

TWU classmates: Welcome to my blog!

Hello! My name is Shara Strickland. I am seeking a master's degree in nursing education. I am continuing to work full-time; therefore I am taking classes on a part-time status. I have completed 24 hours with only 12 to go! I completed my undergraduate work at Abilene Christian University and The University of Texas Medical Branch in Galveston. I have practiced nursing in the ICU and am currently running a school clinic. I live in McKinney with my wonderful husband. When I have free time, my husband and enjoy watching baseball and football. My husband and I just made an addition to our family. A King Charles puppy named ‘Pearl.’ She was given to me yesterday for my birthday. She is already settling into our home and becoming part of the family. I look forward to a great semester working alongside each of you as we go through this course together.My email address is: strickland@mail.twu.edu The web address to my blog is: http://slstrickland.blogspot.com/