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Module Title Personal & Professional Development 2
Module Code NS201
School School of Nursing and Human Sciences

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Module Co-ordinatorMs Joanne Cleary-HoldforthOffice NumberH266
Level 2 Credit Rating 5
Pre-requisite None
Co-requisite None
Module Aims


The aim of this module id to assist you as the studnet in the continued development of skills relating to information technology and professional development in the context  of lifelong learningxxxx



Learning Outcomes

On completion of this module and following a period of personal study it is intended that the student will be able to:

  • Review educational theories in relation to workplace learning and helping others to learn
  • Examine the development of communication and relationships (mentoring, preceptorship supervision, and reflective practice) withing the workplace.
  • Continue to develop information technology skills, i.e. managing files and presentation skills
  • Demonstrate an understanding of the skills needed for academic writing


Indicative Time Allowances
Hours
Lectures 24
Tutorials
Laboratories 14
Seminars
Independent Learning Time 37
Total 75
Placements
Assignments
NOTE
Assume that a 5 credit module load represents approximately 75 hours' work, which includes all teaching, in-course assignments, laboratory work or other specialised training and an estimated private learning time associated with the module.

Indicative Syllabus
Assessment
Continuous Assessment100% Examination Weight0%
Indicative Reading List
Essential
Allen J. (2005) Citing & Referencing, A Guide for Students. 2nd edn. Dublin DCU

Glen and Parker (2003) Supporting Learning in Nursing Practice Palgrave Macmillan

Kelly, P. and O'Connor, D. (2005) Training for ECDL. Syllabus 4, a practical course in Windows XP and Office 2003. Dún Laoghaire : Blackrock Education Centre.

Schunk D. H. (2004) Learning Theories: An Educational Perspective. 4th edn. New Jersey Pearson.

Supplementary:

Arnold E. & Boggs K.U. (1999) Interpersonal Relationships: Professional communication skills for nurses. Philadelphia: WB Saunders

Cottrell S. (2003) Study Skills handbook. 2nd edn. Hampshire: Palgrave Macmillian

Government of Ireland (2000). Report of the Nursing Education Forum: A Strategy for a Pre-Registration Nursing Education Degree Programme. Dublin: The Stationery Office.

Nicklin & Kenworthy (2000) Teaching and Assessing in Nursing Practice 3rd ed. Balliere Tindall RCN

Jasper M. (2006) Professional Development, Reflection and Decision-Making. United Kingdom Blackwell.

Johns, C. 1994. Guided reflection. In reflective practice in nursing. Oxford: Blackwell Science.

Morton-Cooper, A. & Palmer, A. (2000). Mentoring and Preceptorship, A guide to support roles in clinical practice. Oxford: Blackwell Sciences Ltd.

Quinn, F. (1997) The Practice and Principles of Nurse Education. 3rd ed. Cheltenham: Stanley Thornes Ltd.
Transcript of Training Information:

The syllabus comprises of computer skills, writing skills and referencing. Teaching and assessing to include the learning theories, teaching methods, individual and group learning, mentoring, preceptorship, supervision and reflective practice.
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