The practice-based educator : a reflective tool for CPD and accreditation. by Vinette Cross ... [et al.].

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Development of high-quality professional depends upon high-quality learning experience in the practice environment. This is acknowledged by increased emphasis on quality assurance in practice-based professional education, and in calls for accreditation of practice-based educators. Inevitably this has major benefits for patient/client populations utilizing healthcare services. This new book updates the background and context of practice-based education. It includes an extensive section on techniques and methods as well as a troubleshooting section. This uses vignettes to explore some reasons why things might go wrong in practice-based learning interactions, and suggests ideas for dealing with problems. At the end of each chapter, proformas linked to specific learning outcomes are provided, drawing on readers' application of reflective activities in the chapter to their own practice as educators and learners. Learning in each chapter can be linked to a set of generic outcomes for accreditation, enabling readers to build a portfolio of evidence to use in any subsequent application for formal accreditation. This practice text will provide an easily-accessible resource for health professionals involved in practice-based education at a variety of levels.