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Unfolding Cases: An Experiential Learning Model

Nurse EducatorPublished 1 July 1997
Kellie Glendon, Deborah L. Ulrich
Citations31
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SJR score0.63
SNIP1.13

TL;DR

"unfolding cases," a comprehensive plan of learning that allows student practice time to solve individually and collectively problems they may encounter in clinical situations, is described.

Abstract

The focus of education has changed from teaching to learning. This educational model stresses student outcomes that include critical thinking, effective communication, and students' ability to reflect their own learning. This article describes "unfolding cases," a comprehensive plan of learning that allows student practice time to solve individually and collectively problems they may encounter in clinical situations. It combines a variation and extension of the frequently used strategy of case study with multiple cooperative learning strategies, culminating in an individual reflective writing experience.

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Social SciencesMedicine