By Judith A. Halstead PhD RN CNE ANEF FAAN, Diane M. Billings EdD RN ANEF FAAN

Welcome to the world of teaching in nursing and the health professions! If you’re considering a career transition and have a passion for education, Getting Started in Teaching for Nursing and the Health Professions is the perfect companion to help you navigate the exciting path ahead. This concise and practical handbook provides a solid foundation for new instructors and addresses the key topics that concern clinicians or beginning educators just like you.

Getting Started in Teaching for Nursing and the Health Professions takes a comprehensive and practical approach, serving as a valuable resource for those looking to make a successful transition into teaching. Authored by Judith A. Halstead and Diane M. Billings, two renowned figures in the field of nursing and health professions education, this book offers need-to-know content and helps you quickly learn and apply effective teaching strategies.

One of the standout features of this book is its focus on immediate application. The authors present examples that demonstrate how to apply the concepts discussed in real-life teaching scenarios. This approach ensures that you not only understand the theory but also gain practical insights and strategies for your own teaching practice. Whether you’ll be teaching in a classroom or clinical setting, Getting Started in Teaching for Nursing and the Health Professions has you covered.

The use of technology in education is becoming increasingly important, and this book recognizes that. It offers guidance on how to leverage technology to enhance learning and engage your students. From utilizing online resources to integrating interactive tools, this book equips you with the knowledge and skills to make the most of technology in your teaching.

Evaluating the effectiveness of your teaching is another critical aspect of becoming a successful educator, and this book dedicates chapters to help you understand and implement evaluation strategies. You’ll learn how to assess your students’ progress, measure the impact of your teaching methods, and continuously improve your instructional approach.

Throughout the book, the authors present the material in an easy-to-understand, conversational writing style. They take complex concepts and break them down into manageable pieces, making it easier for you to grasp and apply the information. The inclusion of learning aids such as step-by-step boxes, application activities, self-assessment activities, and a glossary of common terms further enhances your learning experience.

Now, let’s take a closer look at what you can expect from this book:

• • Comprehensive, practical approach: The authors provide examples that demonstrate immediate, “how-to” application for those new to the faculty role. You’ll gain practical insights and strategies that you can implement right away.
  • Consistent organization: Each topic is introduced with an overview to get you started, followed by chapters focused on key concepts, common issues, and evaluation strategies. This organized structure allows for easy reference and understanding of the material.
  • Learning aids: The book includes various learning aids such as step-by-step boxes, application activities, self-assessment activities, and a glossary of common terms used in nursing and health professions education. These aids help reinforce your learning and make the material more accessible.
  • Chapters on evaluation: For each topic area, the authors provide guidance on how to evaluate the effectiveness of your teaching. This ensures that you have a clear understanding of how to measure your impact and make improvements.
  • Easy-to-read writing style: The authors’ conversational writing style makes the material easy to understand and apply. Complex concepts are explained in a straightforward manner, allowing you to quickly grasp the content.

Getting Started in Teaching for Nursing and the Health Professions is published by Elsevier and is available in digital format. The first edition was released on June 19, 2023, and it consists of 328 pages. The book is written in English and has an ISBN-10 of 0323828981 and an ISBN-13 of 978-0323828987.

If you’re ready to embark on an exciting journey in teaching for nursing and the health professions, Getting Started in Teaching for Nursing and the Health Professions is the perfect guide to help you navigate the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead. Order your copy today and begin your transformation into a successful and effective educator!