New Technology
The clinical setting is my classroom so I have to find resources to fit the setting. I'm fortunate because the staff on the floors are already aware of and using new technology so the students are not only made aware of these resources by me, but they get to see it being used first hand by the staff around them. I think it is important that we be aware of and utilize any new technology that can make our practice better and safer. Most of the students are already well versed in technology so it comes as no surprise to them that these resources are available. It just becomes an issue of introducing them to the resources that will be the most fitting for their peticular setting. For the most part, the technological direction society is moving is welcome territory so I meet very little resistance to these resources. Most find it fun.
Sharon, A lot of instructors feel the same way. Every new technology can bring a big learning curve and a great time investment. That can be stressful. On the flip side, once we've mastered a new technology, we often become much more effective about managing our tasks. So small investments in technology learning do tend to pay off in the end.
Dr. Melissa Read
New technology and navigating programs and devices highly stressess me. I move through it slowly to minimize stress.Once something is learned and practice, I try some thin new. I am a snail in teh technological world
My classroom is also a clinical setting. I would really like to know about more resources that would enhance my student's learning. The hospital has recently gone to computerized charting, however, the amount of time it takes, the stress on the unit and the negative comments from the staff have not been too encouraging for this type of technology. What tools are out there to "make our practice better and safer?" Can you make any specific suggestions?
Thank you in advance.
