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Using learning contracts in clinical practice

M Lowry1

  • 1Leeds Metropolitan University.

Professional Nurse (London, England)
|January 1, 1997
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Learning contracts empower clinical learners by focusing on the learning process and content. This approach is especially beneficial for newly qualified staff nurses transitioning into practice.

Area of Science:

  • Nursing Education
  • Clinical Learning Environments

Background:

  • Traditional clinical education models may not fully address the needs of newly qualified nurses.
  • The transition from student to registered nurse requires specific support and skill development.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To explore the utility of learning contracts in clinical nursing education.
  • To highlight the benefits of self-directed learning strategies for novice nurses.

Main Methods:

  • Focus on the principles and application of learning contracts in nursing.
  • Discussion of learner autonomy and its role in professional development.

Main Results:

  • Learning contracts emphasize both the process and content of clinical learning.

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  • They empower the clinical learner by vesting control in their educational journey.

    • Conclusions:

    • Learning contracts offer a valuable pedagogical tool for enhancing clinical nursing education.
    • Newly qualified staff nurses can significantly benefit from the structured autonomy provided by learning contracts.