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1. PhD vs. ND

   CRNA teacher replied to CRNA teacher's topic in Educators

   haa, I don't really see where you are limited to an either/or choice. I became a CRNA, had to go back to school for a MSN (because anesthesia programs were not masters at that time), and am now working on a doctorate. As bad as Nursing needs doctor...

2. Web based instruction

   CRNA teacher replied to CRNA teacher's topic in Educators

   Well, thanks anyway Brian. I'll keep checking back. Maybe someone has had experience in this area. CRNA teacher

3. Web based instruction

   CRNA teacher posted a topic in Educators

   Our nurse anesthesia program is trying to make the big leap to include some web based instruction in our courses. We are on the small side, and we just have never gotten around to trying this out until now. We want to start small, and explore the p...

4. Critical Thinking: How To Inspire It?

   CRNA teacher replied to Team HPNI's topic in Educators

   Thanks for the Howard Barrows reference, I will look into that. We started this thread about clinical teaching, and mentoring. This Socratic, maieutic style of tutoring is very applicable for that setting. I also do didactic/classroom teaching. I ...

5. Critical Thinking: How To Inspire It?

   CRNA teacher replied to Team HPNI's topic in Educators

   Maieutic, now there is a $50 word I never knew before! Thanks for the insight. Now I just need to figure out more about it. So far, what I have found is pretty deep. I need "Socratic maieutic method for dummies". CRNA teacher

6. Critical Thinking: How To Inspire It?

   CRNA teacher replied to Team HPNI's topic in Educators

   I agree that asking questions is part of critical thinking. I have noticed that in my own teaching style, I don't encourage this enough. I am too nurturing, I want to explain, and ANSWER questions. I have set a goal for myself to allow the student'...

7. Critical Thinking: How To Inspire It?

   CRNA teacher replied to Team HPNI's topic in Educators

   Complex topic, with lots of issues. I like the reference to Warren Bennis-isn't he the business leadership expert? I am glad to see other nurse familiar with his work. I like his idea of the leader as facilitator, and not neccessarily the micromana...

8. Funding a doctorate degree

   CRNA teacher replied to CRNA teacher's topic in Educators

   JNJ and Karen, Thanks for the replies. I was initially excited about the Nurse reinvestment act. Well, I still am excited for the profession, but I haven't found a way for it to help me personally. I work in a hospital based nurse anesthesia program...

9. Funding a doctorate degree

   CRNA teacher replied to CRNA teacher's topic in Educators

   Thanks for the responses. Yes, I work. That is the "glitch" I guess. I am going to take classes in the summer, and maintain my current home and job. The school I will be attending only supports "on campus" students. That is a good idea about diss...

10. Funding a doctorate degree

    CRNA teacher posted a topic in Educators

    I am looking for ideas on how to fund a doctorate degree. I am aware of the federal title VIII programs, managed through HRSA and the Bureau of Health Professions. But so far I haven't found any way to "fit" into their requirements. I am an educat...

11. PhD vs. ND

    CRNA teacher replied to CRNA teacher's topic in Educators

    JJ, Thank you for your additional comments, I can tell they are heart felt. My estimate of my future in a PhD program sounds very much like your actual experience. I have spent the last solid year just trying to get ready. My full time teaching c...

12. PhD vs. ND

    CRNA teacher replied to CRNA teacher's topic in Educators

    Llg, I am not the least offended by the consideration of age. I think it is an important consideration. I see people my age considering entry into nurse anesthesia, and I wonder if they have really given thought to their "years of service" left. An...

13. PhD vs. ND

    CRNA teacher replied to CRNA teacher's topic in Educators

    llg, I appreciate your comments, and the opportunity to give some details about my own situation. You are correct about ND programs, they are designed for entry level nurses. I am considering a ND program that allows entry of RNs who already have ...

14. PhD vs. ND

    CRNA teacher replied to CRNA teacher's topic in Educators

    JJ, Thanks for the input. I realize this is just one example, but it does help relieve my anxiety a little. CRNA teacher

15. PhD vs. ND

    CRNA teacher posted a topic in Educators

    I am seeking some input regarding a personal, professional dilemma. It is about the pros and cons of PhD vs. ND. I had a long post drafted, with my personal story, but I decided it would be best to just get to my question. To those of you who are ...