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Name and Degree(s): Meredith French RN, BSN
Position: Clinical Registered Nurse
School (SOM, SON, SHP, GSBS): UTMB School of Nursing, Graduate level
Department/Program: Masters of Science in Nursing Education
Percent Effort in Educational Activities: 100%
SECTION I: TEACHING, ASSESSMENT, MENTORING, ADVISING
1. TEACHING PHILOSOPHY AND GOALS.
Describe the goals or philosophy that guide your practice as a teacher, assessor of learners, mentor and/or
advisor.
My philosophy of teaching is to assist students to reach their fullest potential through the
learning process. This is done through a shared partnership between teacher and student
with mutual respect being at the basis. Both parties bring to a classroom a wealth of
experiences through diverse upbringings and life experiences, which can enhance the
learning process. It is the responsibility of the educator to nurture this learning environment
by encouraging open sharing of ideas and knowledge and welcoming each students
participation. Out of this safe environment, students will rise to the level of realistic
expectations set by the educator. Due to the belief that a students level of commitment is
measured by an educators passion, a teachers objectives are as follows: to provide the
necessary resources for learning through current evidenced based practice in all course
content, to foster critical thinking skills, to provide positive reinforcement and constructive
feedback, and to personally demonstrate the highest integrity for students to emulate. The
ultimate outcome and reward for an educator is to help develop a well-rounded student that
transforms into an exceptional nurse that is full of knowledge and compassion.
2. PREPARATION.
Describe how you have prepared yourself for your role as a teacher, assessor, mentor and/or advisor.
Through the last five years of nursing at MD Anderson Cancer Center I have been given
several opportunities to get involved in educating my peers. I have been precepting new
graduate and experienced nurses for the last 4 years of my career at MD Anderson Cancer
Center. I have created and taught several presentations on numerous subjects, such as,
infection control, a new motivated and moving program, chemotherapy protocols, and
managing side effects, on my inpatient lymphoma/multiple myeloma unit to secretaries,
nursing assistants, nurses, doctors, pharmacists, etc.
While working towards obtaining my masters in nursing education at UTMB, I have been
given the opportunity to create several learning modules, exam questions, and
presentations. In this last semester, I have been able to put my education into practice. I
taught skills lab, hospital clinicals, and pharmacology to semester one and two bachelors
students.
3. TEACHING/ASSESSMENT ACTIVITIES
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For teaching and assessment activities, duplicate and complete this table for each separate activity you wish to
present. List activities in reverse chronological order, with the most recent ones at the beginning. In the
Appendix, provide examples of work that support the scope, quality and dissemination of the activity, if available.
Teaching/Assessment Activity
Context of activity (school or
department, format of activity)
Description of role
Duration of service (give years)
Service quantity (e.g.,
hours/year, semesters/year)
Number and type of learners
(e.g., # per year, semester, term)
Goals for the activity
Outcomes, and other indicators
of quality of this activity.
Dissemination among the
community of educators
Teaching/Assessment Activity
Context of activity (school or
department, format of activity)
Description of role
Duration of service (give years)
Service quantity (e.g.,
hours/year, semesters/year)
Number and type of learners
(e.g., # per year, semester, term)
Goals for the activity
Outcomes, and other indicators
of quality of this activity.
Alicia J.
Preceptor for new graduate nurse
To provide support and coach new graduate in their
role as a clinical nurse at MD Anderson
New graduate nurse collaborates with senior nurse in
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process
In 2015, I designed and posted data on a bulletin board for Magnet review which included
presenting this information to the magnet representative who visited my unit. I also
presented with a PowerPoint lecture in front of a board of magnet representatives on a
program initiative that I served as a chair member.
As a coach to a new graduate nurse, I strive to provide them with confidence and critical
thinking skills in a safe environment. I teach these nurses with educational materials such
as hand-outs, articles, and patient education. I provided the nurse with a binder of these
articles and information to keep with them as a reference and guide for the care they
provide. I encourage them to study at home and then I will be able to help push the
education further by quizzing their knowledge.
2. PREPARATION.
Describe how you have prepared yourself for your role as a developer of educational materials.
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The courses at UTMB have dramatically helped prepare me for this role as an educator
who develops educational materials, especially the classes with Dr. Eva Stephens. I also
have a few specific mentors that are currently working as hospital and classroom
educators that have helped guide me as Ive been learning to become an educator and put
together educational materials, for example, hand-outs, PowerPoints, professional papers,
or educational games. I have also attended a course at MD Anderson to help in educating
new hired nurses.
3. EDUCATIONAL MATERIALS.
Duplicate and complete this table for each enduring material related to education you wish to present. List your
materials in reverse chronological order, with the most recent ones at the beginning. In the Appendix, provide
examples of work that support the scope, quality and dissemination of the activity, if available.
Educational Material
Description of material
Role in development
Goals or purpose of educational
material
Outcomes, accomplishments,
and other indicators of quality of
service or impact of this material
Dissemination among the
community of educators
Educational Material
Description of material
Role in development
Goals or purpose of educational
material
Outcomes, accomplishments,
and other indicators of quality of
service or impact of this material
Dissemination among the
community of educators
Educational Material
Description of material
Role in development
Goals or purpose of educational
material
Outcomes, accomplishments,
and other indicators of quality of
service or impact of this material
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Dissemination among the
community of educators
I have taken leadership classes through UTMB and MD Anderson. I am a part of the
leadership team on my work unit. I work as a charge nurse, resource nurse, committee
and program leader, and coach. I am often the one that leads in several different situations
at work. I have always enjoyed being the leader in any thing that I am involved in.
I will continue to strive to find leadership roles that I can get involved with in other areas.
This will help stretch my knowledge outside of my oncology work.
3. LEADERSHIP ACTIVITIES
Duplicate and complete this table for each leadership activity you wish to present. List your materials in reverse
chronological order, with the most recent ones at the beginning. In the Appendix, provide examples of work that
support the scope, quality and dissemination of the activity, if available.
Activity
Description of leadership role
Duration of service (give years)
Goals and/or initiatives
Outcomes, accomplishments, and
other indicators of quality of service
or impact in this role.
Dissemination among the community
of educators
Charge Nurse
I handle difficult situations, manage admissions and
discharges, complete staffing assignments, coach
nurses, etc.
4 years
To ensure patient and staff safety and positive
outcomes.
My peers and management team evaluates me
yearly, which I have scored exceeds on every year.
This evaluation is kept in my work file.
Educational Portfolio Template developed by the UTMB Academy of Master Teacher, last edited July 2012
This Educator Portfolio Template was created by the UTMB Academy of Master Teachers.
The template was adapted from Simpson D, Fincher RM, Hafler JP, Irby DM, Richards BF, Rosenfeld GC, Viggiano TR.
Advancing Educators and Education by Defining the Components and Evidence Associated with Educational Scholarship.
Med Educ. 2007 Oct; 41(10):1002-9. Epub Sep 5, 2007.
See also: Simpson D, Marcdante K, Fenzel J. (2007). The Educator's Portfolio & Curriculum Vitae - Workshop & Resource
Guide. MedEdPORTAL: http://services.aamc.org/30/mededportal/servlet/s/segment/mededportal/?subid=677
Educational Portfolio Template developed by the UTMB Academy of Master Teacher, last edited July 2012