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Vânia Marli Schubert Backes1, Jose Luis Medina Moyá, Marta Lenise do Prado
1Departamento de Enfermagem, Universidade Federal de Santa Catarina, Florianópolis, SC, Brazil. oivania@ccs.ufsc.br
Revista Latino-Americana De Enfermagem
|May 18, 2011
Summary
This study explored how nursing teachers build Pedagogical Content Knowledge (PCK). Findings highlight the importance of initial and ongoing education, mentoring, and learning from experienced educators for effective teaching.
Area of Science:
- Nursing Education
- Pedagogical Content Knowledge
Background:
- Didactic knowledge is formed by subject matter expertise, student understanding, and teacher biography.
- Pedagogical Content Knowledge (PCK) is crucial for effective teaching, especially in complex fields like nursing.
Purpose of the Study:
- To understand the construction process and sources of PCK in nursing instructors.
- To analyze PCK manifestations and variations in the interactive teaching of perceived competent teachers.
Main Methods:
- Non-participant observation and semi-structured interviews were conducted with undergraduate nursing teachers in Southern Brazil.
- Data analysis utilized the constant comparison method.
Main Results:
- Initial nursing education should incorporate pedagogical training.
- Permanent education is essential due to the complexity of nursing content and teaching.
- Mentoring, monitoring, and learning from experienced teachers are vital for developing quality teaching.
Conclusions:
- Effective PCK development in nursing requires a blend of subject expertise, pedagogical skills, and practical experience.
- Continuous professional development and collaborative learning are key to enhancing nursing instruction.
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