Toshia Knous

Implementing active learning involves shifting from passive listening to student-driven engagement through problem-solving and discussion. Key steps include starting with brief activities, aligning tasks with learning objectives, preparing students with pre-class materials, breaking up lectures into shorter segments, facilitating group work, and providing timely feedback. Effective strategies consist of Think-Pair-Share, periodic pauses for summarization, minute papers for reflections, and peer instruction for deeper discussion and understanding.

Active learning promotes direct cognitive engagement over passive listening, focusing on problem-solving and collaboration. Key principles include cognitive work where students analyze their thinking, the shift of the instructor's role to facilitator, and real-world applications of concepts. Common strategies involve Think-Pair-Share, quick reflections, problem-based learning, and peer teaching. Benefits include higher retention of information, improved academic outcomes, readiness for professional environments, and immediate feedback for timely adjustments in teaching.

This module illuminated the critical need to thoughtfully evaluate and monitor autonomous AI tools in educational environments. I discovered how the TRUST framework can guide me in ensuring transparency, relevance, user control, safety, and effective tracking, so that AI truly aligns with curriculum standards and supports every student's needs. As a nurse educator and leader, I am committed to championing responsible AI use, continuously assessing its effectiveness, collaborating closely with faculty, and actively expanding my own AI expertise to empower student learning while upholding clinical accuracy, safety, and professionalism.

This module opened my eyes to the power of AI as a true collaborator in both teaching and problem-solving. I discovered how the CRAFT method can spark meaningful conversations with AI, help me evaluate its responses, and inspire creative teamwork on challenging educational projects. As a nurse educator and leader, I am excited to weave these strategies into my practice, designing dynamic learning experiences, lifelike clinical scenarios, and innovative teaching methods, all while staying grounded in professional judgment, clinical precision, and a steadfast commitment to student success.

This module opened my eyes to the real value of AI as a trusted ally, complementing rather than replacing professional expertise. I learned how clear instructions unlock AI’s potential, how to select tasks where it excels, and how to gauge its impact by tracking time saved, quality improvements, and student feedback. As a nurse educator and leader, I am energized to weave AI into my teaching, making materials more dynamic, streamlining my workflow, and sparking curiosity in my students, all while staying true to my judgment and keeping student safety and success front and center.

This module opened my eyes to the world of artificial intelligence, revealing how it learns and why its role in education and the workplace is growing rapidly. I discovered the three approaches to using AI: Tell, Team, and Trust, and realized how crucial it is to understand both the strengths and limits of AI. As a nurse educator and leader, I am inspired to harness AI thoughtfully to enrich my teaching, boost efficiency, and empower students to thrive, all while upholding my professional judgment, ethical standards, and the security of student information.

I have a better understanding of student's learning challenges and preferences. It showed me how important it is to create an inclusive classroom. I learned that flexible teaching methods, thoughtful accommodations, and thorough assessments can help students succeed. As a nurse educator and leader, I want to support inclusive teaching, use a range of learning activities, and encourage faculty to give every student a fair chance to show what they know and can do.

I learned that students who speak more than one language can have different language and reading skills, and that language barriers do not mean a lack of knowledge or ability. As a nurse educator and leader, I plan to encourage open communication, provide useful language resources, and support students as they develop the academic and professional language skills they need to succeed.

Reinforced how important cultural awareness, inclusivity, and clear communication are in education. I realized that cultural differences, racial biases, and assumptions can influence how students participate and succeed. As a nurse educator and leader, I plan to use teaching that respects different cultures, encourage respectful communication, and make sure every student feels included, supported, and valued during their education.

What have you learned and how do you intend to apply it?

I have been putting off adding some me time into my weekly schedule. I keep saying I am going to do it and never do. One of the things I love to do for me time and decompress is going for walks/runs. To me it is very therapeutic and relaxing. Another is eating better and I was doing good for a little bit. However, additional stress occurred and I stopped bringing home cooked meals to work with me. I used the going out to get something as an… >>>