Study Skills For Nursing And Midwifery Students - Softcover

Scullion, .

Softcover

ISBN 10: 033522220X ISBN 13: 9780335222209

Publisher: Open University Press, 2007

Synopsis

"...this is the only book I have come across that gives consideration to student midwives. There are many study skills books available for nursing students, and although this book is aimed at both, it does take into account the differences between the two professions. ...this is a useful book which delves deeper than its cover would suggest."
MIDIRS Midwifery Digest

This book is an essential course companion for nursing and midwifery students at degree and diploma level, as well as those returning to study.

It covers key skills and knowledge needed, such as:

• Study strategies
• Reflective practice
• Critical thinking
• Evidence-based research
• Exam techniques
• Literature searching
• How to succeed in assessments

Lively and accessible, the book includes bullet points and exercises that will enhance reader efficiency in learning.

The book also has an accompanying website, www.openup.co.uk/nursingsuccess, that is written specifically for this market, and includes tips on:

• Writing CVs and covering letters
• Finding a good job
• Interview skills
• Continuing professional development (CPD) for nurses and midwives
• Career progression

Study Skills for Nursing and Midwifery Students has been carefully structured to be used throughout a nursing career: It is key reading for new students in midwifery and all fields of nursing, as well as qualified staff who aim to enhance their professional development.

About this title

About the Author:

Philip Scullion is based at Coventry University and has over twenty years of experience teaching a range of undergraduate and postgraduate students including those in the fields of nursing, midwifery and paramedic sciences.

David Guest is the Nursing and Midwifery Subject Librarian at Coventry University. He has developed numerous teaching and learning programmes to support students in information retrieval skills, efficient use of library facilities and advanced literature searching and evaluation skills.

About this edition

• Publisher: Open University Press
• Publication date: 2007
• ISBN 10: 033522220X
• ISBN 13: 9780335222209
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 232