Nursing Education 3 Assessment and Evaluation
This 10-week online course focuses on development of a foundational knowledge base in education assessment and evaluation relevant to nursing education in the practice setting.
Participants will:
- Explore current and evidence-based approaches to program evaluation
- Appreciate the value of integrating assessment and evaluation methods throughout and education plan
- Examine a variety of assessment and evaluation tools
- Develop a systematic approach to evaluation practices
Course Objectives
By the end of this course participants will be able to:
Audience
Nurses with an interest in nursing education in the practice setting. This course will be of importance to those who have current responsibilities for nursing education and/or professional practice as a component of their roles who wish to enhance their knowledge, as well as, for those considering a role in nursing education as a career opportunity.
Please Note: This is one of three required courses for the “Certificate in Nursing Education for the Practice Setting” Learners may take this as an individual course without completing the full certificate requirements; however, if taken as part of the certificate, all three required courses must be completed within a two year period. The other two courses are:
Course Outline
This is a 10-week online course accessed through the University of Toronto’s Learning Portal – Quercus. It is primarily self-paced; however, there are two LIVE learning activities and participants are required to engage in discussions and submit activities/assignments within identified timelines (weekly). It is estimated that up to 8 hours of study per week is required for successful completion.
In each of the 10 weeks, participants are expected to:
- View an e-learning module
- Read required readings
- Participate in the learning activities/assignments
Learning activities and assignments will provide opportunities for reflection and demonstration of learning. For this course, the learning activities/ assignments include:
| Weekly Progress | Learning Module Topics | Evaluative Components |
|---|---|---|
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Week 1 |
EVALUATION: WHAT IS IT AND WHY BOTHER?
|
Discussion Board Post |
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Week 2 |
ASSESSING LEARNING AND OUTCOMES: WHAT AND HOW DO YOU WANT TO ASSESS?
|
LIVE Discussion |
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Week 3 |
ASSESSMENT AND EVALUATION STRATEGIES (PART 1)
|
Activity #1 |
|
Week 4 |
ASSESSMENT AND EVALUATION STRATEGIES (PART 2)
|
Discussion Board Post |
|
Week 5 |
ASSESSMENT AND EVALUATION STRATEGIES (PART 3)
|
Activity #2 |
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Week 6 |
THAT’S NOT FAIR…HOW TO MANAGE CHALLENGES (PART 1)
|
LIVE Discussion |
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Week 7 |
THAT’S NOT FAIR…HOW TO MANAGE CHALLENGES (PART 2)
|
Discussion Board Post |
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Week 8 |
QUALITY MANAGEMENT – HOW DO I KNOW I HAVE A GREAT PROGRAM?
|
Activity #3 |
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Week 9 |
PROGRAM EVALUATION – THE BIG PICTURE
|
Activity #4 |
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Week 10 |
EVALUATION SCHOLARSHIP: TAKING THE NEXT STEP
|
LIVE Discussion |
Other Courses in this Certificate Program
Nursing Education 1: Theoretical Perspectives and Context
This 10-week online course focuses on development of a foundational knowledge base in education theory and pedagogical issues relevant to nursing education in the practice setting. Participants will explore the […]
Nursing Education 2: Design, Development & Delivery
This 10-week online course focuses on the practical application of theory and evidence on the design, delivery and facilitation of nursing education in the practice setting. The course will include: […]
Faculty
Karen Breen-Reid
Former Manager, Interprofessional Education, The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids)
Adjunct Lecturer, Lawrence Bloomberg Faculty of Nursing
Manjit Dhanoa-Yasi
Staff RN, Unity Health (St. Michael’s Hospital), Womens Health Care Centre
Registration Information
Fees
- Early Bird price (ends on March 15, 2024)
- $875 + HST
- Regular price (starts March 16, 2024)
- $970 + HST
- U of T Nursing Alumni save 15%*
- $825 + HST
- U of T Nursing Adjunct and Status Faculty save 15%**
- $825 + HST
Site Groups
A group discount rate of 15% is available for site groups of three or more people. To book please contact pd.nursing@utoronto.ca.
Please Note
- Refund Policy – To withdraw from the course and receive a refund, your written request must be emailed to pd.nursing@utoronto.ca by the Refund Deadline: March 15, 2024. No refunds will be given after this date. All refunds are subject to an administration fee of $100 + tax. As an alternative, a colleague may attend in your place. Please send your substitution request at least 7 days before the course.
- Registration deadline: April 15, 2024.
- *U of T Nursing Alumni discount is available to BScN, MN, PMNP Diploma, MScN or PhD graduates of the Lawrence Bloomberg Faculty of Nursing, University of Toronto.
- **U of T Nursing Faculty discount is available to individuals with a faculty position, adjunct or status appointment, or are a Clinical Instructor (current academic year only) at the Lawrence Bloomberg Faculty of Nursing, University of Toronto.
- Student discount is available to individuals currently registered in the BScN, MN, PMNP or PhD programs at the Lawrence Bloomberg Faculty of Nursing.
- Applicable taxes (13% HST) will be added to the registration fees.
- Course Cancellation Policy – The University reserves the right to cancel courses due to unavailability of instructors, facilities or insufficient enrolment. Decisions on course cancellations are made at least 15 calendar days prior to the course starting date, so early registration is recommended. If you enroll in a course that is subsequently cancelled, you may transfer to another section of that course if an alternative is available; or you may receive a full refund. We are not responsible for travel fees or any expenses incurred by you.
Financial Assistance
OSAP for Micro-credentials
The Ontario Student Assistance Program now offers funding for micro-credentials (short training programs offered by post-secondary institutions), including a number of courses offered by the Centre for Professional Development. This funding initiative is part of Ontario’s micro-credentials strategy, helping learners access more opportunities to train or upskill for in-demand jobs through loans and grants.
OSAP for Micro-credentials is available for eligible students taking a ministry-approved micro-credential that is less than 12 weeks.
To be eligible for OSAP for Micro-credentials, a student must be a Canadian citizen, a permanent resident, or a protected person; and, be a resident of Ontario.
Ontario residency requirements for the purposes of OSAP for Micro-credentials are consistent with Full-Time OSAP residency criteria.
Students may be ineligible for the following reasons:
- they do not meet the Ontario residency requirement
- their family income threshold is above the income threshold to qualify for funding (i.e., $80,000 for a family of one person; $100,000 for a family of two or more people)
- they are restricted from OSAP for Micro-credentials (e.g., have defaulted on a previous OSAP loan, they have a failed credit check on file, they have a bursary overpayment)
Step 1: Confirm that the University of Toronto micro-credential course you want to take is OSAP-approved.
Step 2: Log in to your OSAP account. If this is your first time applying, you will need to create an OSAP account.
Step 3: From the options listed, select and complete the OSAP for Micro-credentials Application. You can only receive OSAP for Micro-credentials funding for one course at a time.
Step 4: Once you have completed your application, you will receive communication through your OSAP account, which will guide you in completing a supplementary form on the Service Portal.
The form requires the following information:
- Full Name
- Date of Birth
- Name of Program
- Program Study Period – start and end dates
This must be completed by the end of the study period.
Step 5: Your division will confirm the information that you have submitted is correct and confirm your registration status.
Step 6: The University Registrar’s Office will update the OSAP for Micro-credentials Application with the information provided by both you and your division and process your confirmation of enrolment.
Step 7: If you have not already done so, enrol and pay for the micro-credential course you would like to take.
Note: you must be registered in an OSAP approved micro-credential program before OSAP funding will be issued/released.