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Morgan Yordy1, Ann Lambert, Francine Parker
1About the Authors The authors are faculty at Auburn University School of Nursing, Auburn, Alabama. Morgan Yordy, DNP, ACNS-BC, RN-BC, is an assistant professor. Ann Lambert, DNP, MSN, PPCNP-BC, is an associate clinical professor. Francine Parker, EdD, RN, is the Betty McLendon Fuller Endowed Associate Professor. For more information, contact Dr. Yordy at bmy0004@auburn.edu.
Abstract:
Active learning experiences for undergraduate nursing students build upon their understanding of concepts that transfer to new learning skills throughout the curriculum. Faculty implemented a leadership simulation in the classroom focusing on communication skills as a nurse leader to better understand the role of the nurse in the interdisciplinary team. The classroom setting is an ideal platform to teach interdisciplinary collaboration when opportunities do not present in the clinical setting. Scaffolding simulation experiences throughout the curriculum helps bridge the knowledge and skills gap between classroom and clinical experiences.
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