Soft skills are important to become a successful instructor and I intend to apply that by promoting collaboration in clinical settings through assignments.

Soft skills are an essential for students' enhanced learning since it allows the growth for students' critical thinking and teamwork. As a clinical instructor, I can apply soft skills by communicating and collaborating with students both individually and as a whole group to discuss certain topics related to their clinicals.

As an educator, it is important to ask the students questions and encourage students to ask questions as well to enhance their critical thinking skills. Have the students understands and explain the reasons behind their actions which help them move from beyond the task but develop their critical thinking

Computers are a great resource for nursing and has created an easier charting system for nurses today. 

"Lifelong learners are also likely to be adaptable, familiar with innovation, and open to new challenges." I consider myself a lifelong learner and love the idea of exploring new opportunites. It is important to always stay up to date on learning and apply new knowledge to daily tasks

Comment on Nelia Diaz's post: It is important that a student uses their voice to ask questions and understand that we value their insight. Everyone has a different perspective and it is important to acknowledge them all. 

Comment on Atiba Rogers's post: This is a great idea to engage student learning! Writing is essential to document  new knowledge

It is crucial to ask thought-provoking questions to engage students in learning. The best way for students to learn is to acknowledge what they are doing and why. Understand that they are giving a medication for high blood blood pressure instead of just saying here is your amlodipine. 

Great content on elevated soft skills that are so important in all facets of life. 

This module is very educational and provided good examples on how to develop a person's soft skills.  It is important for me as an educator to evaluate my strength and weaknesses in relation to my ability to relate with the students. Increasing my EQ will be helpful in helping students have a more positive learning experience.