Enjoying The Commitment Equals Retention
I have been teaching clinical nursing in the last four years, and may safely conlcude that those that do not have to drag their feet going to clinicals are the same ones that completed the program, except of course for those classified under necessary attrition. Here are some of what I do for student to remain engaged:
- grant some flexibility and autnomy
- frequently remind them of the objectives
- make them feel important
- treat them as equal, and not a level below me
- involve them in decision-makings, and encourage them to share ideas
- practice positive reinforcement
- I let them know that I, too, am learning from them
I hope this helps...
These are excellent ideas, feel like I need to remind myself of these goals when teaching
I really like your ideas! You definitely have to make them feel important and treat them as equal. I will pass on your ideas to our faculty! Thanks!
Interesting post, MERVINA. What do you mean by granting some flexibility and autonomy? Flexibility and autonomy regarding what?
Loren Kroh
