Seeing the bigger picture through context-based learning
Status
Completed: 22 December 2010
Project Details
This publication describes context-based learning (CBL) and the learner benefits associated with the practice, including capability building, increased creativity and skills of critical analysis as a professional.
The process of CBL involves students being provided with a scenario, and undertaking a student-led process of hypothesising, which ultimately results in the development of the students’ own learning needs.
Team
Wendy Trimmer
Whitireia Community Polytechnic
Kay Laracy
Whitireia Community Polytechnic
Michele Love-Gray
Whitireia Community PolytechnicStatus
Funding
$2,972.25 (excl GST)
Conclusion
CBL has greatly enhanced the team work skills of students enrolled in the new graduate mental health programme, suggesting that the process mirrors what occurs in the clinical setting.
Not only have students embraced seeing the ‘bigger picture’ of client care, they have also learnt team work skills. This is evident in their work with peers in theory weeks and also in their ability to be solution focused in clinical practice.
Students have acquired the confidence to speak up in the team environment and to challenge where appropriate. As a transformative tool, CBL helps build capability, creativity and critical analysis for both students and educators.
Key Recommendations
This publication describes context-based learning (CBL) and the learner benefits associated with the practice, including capability building, increased creativity and skills of critical analysis as a professional.
(PDF, 183 KB, 6-pages)
- 22 December 2010