Succeeding in Essays, Exams and OSCEs for Nursing Students

 

This book is all about succeeding and steering nursing students. There are useful activities, examples of good and bad assessments, case studies to show where things can go wrong from the perspective of students and mentors, and some timely advice for working with other students on projects and presentations. I give this book five stars, and would make it six if I could. -- Susan Watkins * Nursing Standard *
The chapters define the variety of assessments undertaken in pre-registration nursing both academically and clinically. As with all of the Transforming Nursing practice series the actitvities enable students to be active participants in thier own learning.
Focusing on critical thinking, reflection, decision making. Set in the context of the NMC Standards for pre-registration education outlining the domains and NMC skills lclusters. This text breaks down the different types of assignments the students may be asked to undertake. How to write plans,demonstrate knowledge, writing critically and avoiding plagiarism are the standard requirements for acdaemic writing that students need to develop.useful chapter on portfolios as a process of reflection and development. All exceptionally useful for the programme student will undetake here. Good value. -- Alison Toner * drupal *
a good overview for the students on this topic area. -- Dr Alison Pooler * drupal *
A book that has been recommended as a resources for all students. -- Dr Camille Cronin * drupal *
This is an engaging book and easy to read, recommended to students interested in this speciality. -- Dr Dean-David Holyoake * drupal *
This is an engaging book and easy to read, recommended to students interested in this speciality. -- Dr Dean-David Holyoake * drupal *
This is an engaging book and easy to read, recommended to students interested in this speciality. -- Dr Dean-David Holyoake * drupal *
This is an engaging book and easy to read, recommended to students interested in this speciality. -- Dr Dean-David Holyoake * drupal *
This is an engaging book and easy to read, recommended to students interested in this speciality. -- Dr Dean-David Holyoake * drupal *
This is an engaging book and easy to read, recommended to students interested in this speciality. -- Dr Dean-David Holyoake * drupal *
This is an engaging book and easy to read, recommended to students interested in this speciality. -- Dr Dean-David Holyoake * drupal *
This is an engaging book and easy to read, recommended to students interested in this speciality. -- Dr Dean-David Holyoake * drupal *
This is an engaging book and easy to read, recommended to students interested in this speciality. -- Dr Dean-David Holyoake * drupal *
A useful source of information for all nursing students -- Dr June Keeling * drupal *
Useful guide for undergraduate students -- Dr Kay Currie * drupal *
Recommended for those students who require some extra help when writing essays and sitting exams. The students have found it very useful and easy to follow. -- Julie Hadley * drupal *
This publication is always recommended for my students preparing for OSCE′s & exams. Useful content for references and different styles of writing. -- Kim Neal * drupal *
Handy book to have -as we do not use OSCEs that much in our university this book is not relevant. However, gives ckear instructions for essays -- Miss Anna Partanen * drupal *
A good text for those students struggling with the change to academic writing. -- Miss Carol Reid * drupal *
An excellent resource to guide students in their preparation for a variety of assessments. When used in conjunction with course specific guidance this text should enable students to get a grasp of what is required through the assessment process and enable them to direct their preparation in a focussed manner. -- Miss Charlotte Kenyon * drupal *
An excellent resource for students who may require extra support with their academic writing. -- Miss Lesley McKinlay * drupal *
I ahve used this to prepare the course students for their examinations and their OSCE′s. It is particularly useful for the latter outlining the benefits of this form of assessment and how to prepare for it. -- Mr David Blesovsky * drupal *
This shopuld help any pre registration student who is having problems with the assessment load of this degree progtramme. It clearly provides exercises and guides the student through what to expect and how to prepare successfully for the assessment. -- Mr David Blesovsky * drupal *
the books content considers all major forms of assessment underataken in the pre registration programme. i particularly like the step by step guides applied to written & practice assessments. -- Mr Hywel Thomas * drupal *
There are several books on this topic so it is useful to dip into different ones to get a variety of ideas -- Mr Pam Sharp * drupal *
I thoroughly recommend this book for nursing students. It is well set out, covering all the major assessment methods and all students can find helpful tips and advice on being successful.
The assessment of Nursing acvademic modules is very important and this book describes the theory that applies to the practice of undertaking assessment.
This little book is part if a series and all contributing authors have dealt with their areas of subject expertise in a consistent format. -- Mr PETER WALSHAM * drupal *
good and adopted -- Mr Philip Ashwell * drupal *
The books in this series are excellent. Clear, precise and detailed. -- Mr Russell Harrison-Paul * drupal *
OSCEs are now an important aspect of student assessment. this book will give them an insight into this. The examination tips are very useful. -- Mr Swaleh Toofany * drupal *
This is a handy book for students who are new to academia and the issues associated with preparing for assessments. Once again, I really like the way that this text is linked directly to the NMC outcomes as this makes it more applicable and alive for the student. -- Mr Thomas Beary * drupal *
An excellent book that covers the main forms of assessment in a clear and user-friendly manner, using plenty of activities to help nursing students increase their confidence and performance in assessments. Another welcome addition to the excellent Transforming Nursing Practice series. -- Mrs Anne-Valerie Brossier * drupal *
Excellent. Clear, user-friendly with meaningful activities and useful further reading lists. A great companion for our Nursing students! -- Mrs Anne-Valerie Brossier * drupal *
This is a handy text full of activities, summaries and useful websites. It is concise and should appeal to any student who is looking for some quick support to help them in their assessments related to essays, exams and OSCEs. Linking with the NMC Standards and Essential Skills Clusters make it very pertinent for the pre-registration student. However, it is also suited to the post-registration/return to practice student who may have been out of study for a while.This book should be on every student′s shopping list and would make a useful present. -- Mrs Carolyn Gibbon * drupal *
Good for pre-registration nursing students -- Mrs Chris O'Grady * drupal *
A useful little book. Although the presentation is rather boring and not especially appealing, the actual text is very interesting. The case studies provide thoughtful insight and will be useful in discussion work. Likewise the activities provide opportunities to set a variety of assignments. -- Mrs Christine Deeley * drupal *
Provides introduction and overview of assessment startegies employed. OSCE and portfolio chapters lack depth and given that these are new areas would have anticipated more detailed information and particularly the need to focus on safe practice within OSCE′s -- Mrs Dawn Ritchie * drupal *
This book is going to be an exceptional aid for nursing students. Cadets at my college have been encouraged to purchase -- Mrs Debbie Shepherd * drupal *
This is an easy to read text with clear information on the various forms of assessment on nursing courses. The information and advice given is clear, while the text also encourages student activity. There are a number of themes running through the text. That of professional practice is clear from the outset, making this a useful text for students who have not yet commenced their programme, but are looking for information on what a nursing programme is about. For this reason I would recommend it to students with a place on the programme, but with time to prepare before the start date.

The focus on course documentation is also useful, encouraging students to look more closely at module/unit materials, outcomes and resources than they might normally do.

Examples of failing students in relation to essay writing and clinical assessment are clear, and likely to be presenting issues that students could identify with. The focus of avoiding failure, as opposed to achieving highly, leads me to feel that this is a text I might recommend to students needing to address a number of assignments, and required to take time out of the course to do so. This text could be a good starting point, particularly as it encourages reflection on past experience and attention to feedback.
-- Mrs Elizabeth Hastie * drupal *
Really useful tips and advice. The book is clearly written and user friendly -- Mrs Gillian Wilson * drupal *
a useful text for the student when preparing for a variety of assessments.

Written in a language that is easily interpreted this text has the potential to support the student throughout their course.

This makes this text a cost effective resource -- Mrs Haz Hughes * drupal *
The book is well presented and reader freindly (as with all books in this series).
Information applies equally to student midwives (despite the title).
Clearly identifies links to NMC Standards for Pre -registration Nursing Education adn Essentila Skills which aid transparency in assessment processes.
Activity instructions are clearly set out and answers are also useful.
A useful resource, especially for students who need extra support / confidence in this area -- Mrs Jane Hinde * drupal *
This is a most useful text for students preparing for thier nursing assessments which takes away the mystery and provides clear guidance. -- Mrs Julia Booth * drupal *
This text is a comprehensive guide to success in the world of essays, exams and OSCE′s written as a valuable resource for nursing students, as it makes explicit reference to and guidelines from NMC.
The book provides a clear overview of assessment, highlighting the use of formative and summative strategies, which engages the student and provides clear and accessible examples to illustrate discussion.
Each chapter reviews a different element of assessment with the title reinforcing the element of success engaging the student with positive reinforcement and their potential.
The chapters are logically positioned and easy to follow.
The text appears easy to read without excessive use of jargon and as such can be considered user friendly.
The concise though detailed information contained within the text book make it an excellent resource for nursing students. -- Mrs Julie Peirce-Jones * drupal *
This is a useful little book for student nurses -- Mrs Kate Harrison * drupal *
This book will be recommmended to my students throughout their three years as gives step by step guidance to students on how to suceed at many different forms of assessments. The start of each chapter relates it to the NMC standards which is an excellent resource. Each chapter has clear aims and reflective exercises to reinforce learning . An excellent all round resource -- Mrs Linda Robson * drupal *
The chapters on succeeding in written assignment and planning assignments will be useful for CPD students returning to study.. -- Mrs Lioba Howatson-Jones * drupal *
A REALLY USEFUL BOOK, LIKE THE OTHERS IN THIS SERIES, IT IS A QUICK AND EASY READ -

-- Mrs Lyn Rosen * drupal *
Although the course is for foundation degree students, they undertake similar assessments to student nurses and so the book is highly applicable. Many also go on to complete the pre-reg nursing course. -- Mrs Maggie Reeves * drupal *
Well written and easy to read. Will equip you with everything you need to pass you essay, exam or OSCE. -- Mrs Sarah Crosby * drupal *
This was a good book but felt that it was not relevant to our course -- Mrs Teresa Hardcastle * drupal *
Good overall book with relevant material and information to support students through a variety of assessments. -- Mrs THERESA JACKSON * drupal *
Very useful book for all nursing students on an undergraduate programme - has the potential to not only smoothe the assessment transition for students moving from secondary to higher education but has many tacit reminders for the more senior students pertaining to role-play and presentations. -- Ms Eleanor Jack * drupal *
The text is really well presented and user friendly students have found this book clear and easy to read. Its a useful additonal resources for students especially those who need extra support and confidence in this area -- Ms Gerri Capper * drupal *
Very good as an aid to coaching students on the course in preparation for assessment. Some good tips for students to adopt to succeed. -- Ms Jennifer Rooks * drupal *
Very useful to all nursing studnets who are undertaking OSCE and Exams. This is a tool that has been recomended to the first year students especially -- Ms Jo Welch * drupal *
Nice book for students who want to get the most out of their study efforts -- Ms Kathleen Rooney * drupal *
Written in a very student friendly manner -- Ms Laila Paulsen * drupal *
Excellent text, as are all in this series. -- Ms Lesley Andrews * drupal *
A good guide that gives very comprehensive, structured advice and tips for students, delivered in a format that is understandable to all and a good starting point. -- Ms Lizz Hough * drupal *
I am currently planning a module which will utilise the osce as an assessment tool and was looking forward to reviewing this text. Unfortunately, I did not receive the book. -- Ms Marion Hinds * drupal *
This is a good user friendly book for suitable for JF students. -- Ms Sandra Fleming * drup