Victoria Thornley, MSN, RN, CNE
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Student Assessment:  Using a Concept Map

Digital fluency, or the ability to locate and evaluate relevant information from internet resources, is critical in providing patient care.  I developed a map to align the course learning objectives, activities and assessment tools in a visual format.  This map was developed using a free version of Inspiration software. 

 I chose a combination of images and text boxes in the design of the map to add some interest to the map.  Keeping with the concept of backward design (Wiggins & McTighe), the course outcome begins the map.  The process returns to the course outcome as the student completes learning process and accomplishes the predicted outcome.  A summative evaluation might then be created to measure learning.  The four objectives are written at higher levels of Bloom's taxonomy and include assessment measures and use of a collaborative tool. 

If you begin with the course outcome and follow to the right you will see the design for this module.  For a larger view click on the map.

Wiggins, G. P., & McTighe, J. (2011). The understanding by design guide to creating high-quality units. Alexandria, Va.: ASCD.

Concept Map
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