Author Archives: bevstanwood

The PIDP program has been a valuable experience during which I have had many ‘Aha!’ moments and probably even more ‘I did not know that’ thoughts.  Each course offered new learning or validation of existing knowledge but throughout there was … Continue reading →

Lifelong learning is about intentionally seeking opportunities to continue to learn, grow, and develop both personally and professionally. The motivation comes from within based on a deliberate desire to know more. Commitment to lifelong learning offers personal advantages such as … Continue reading →

Brookfield is understandably very passionate about teaching in teams and it is evident throughout this chapter of his book The Skillful Teacher (Brookfield, 2015). I found his excitement contagious as I identify so many student and instructor benefits to this … Continue reading →

  In chapter 6 of his book, “The Skillful Teacher” Brookfield (2015) discusses the importance of lecturing creatively. I think we can all agree; basic lecturing has been an over-used instructional technique over the years.  When not delivered with some … Continue reading →

I have had the experience of being involved with the accreditation process at Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH), accredited with Accreditation Canada.  VCH participates in accreditation on a regular basis to evaluate and improve services and in doing so demonstrates that … Continue reading →

Canadian Nurses Association Code of Ethics Ethics Ethics and values are a huge part of our daily personal and professional way of being.  Values provide the framework upon which we distinguish between right and wrong and therefore guide responses in … Continue reading →

It is important to understand that student resistance to learning is rooted in an intrinsic fear of change.  We know that learning is all about change as we are exposed to new ideas and ways of thinking and that change … Continue reading →

Professional practice is the final course in the PIDP program for myself before the Capstone and I hope to complete the Diploma this spring.  I began my PIDP journey in July 2015 with the desire to add teaching in Community … Continue reading →

It is true, class composition in colleges and universities are becoming increasingly varied in backgrounds and experiences, reflecting the diverse society we live in.  Diversity includes any element that can be used to differentiate groups and people from one another.  … Continue reading →

Rita Pierson, in my opinion, does a wonderful job of motivating educators to consistently believe in their students.  In her May 2013 TED Talk she stated, “Every child deserves a champion:  an adult who will never give up on them, … Continue reading →