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How Can August Learning Solutions Help You Transition Textbooks? If you’re looking to make a switch to one of August Learning Solutions’ textbooks for your course, you may be overwhelmed by the idea of making changes to your course. Perhaps you have been using another textbook for years and the thought of switching to a new one is daunting. But have no fear, we’re here to help you make the transition seamlessly! So, what can you expect when you make the switch to one of our textbooks? Crosswalks: Crosswalks are an easy way to map the content [...]

What’s in a Webinar? Did you know that August Learning Solutions offers FREE webinars to introduce our content and show you all the benefits that come along with adopting one of our textbooks in your course? Well, if you didn’t before, now you know! Whether you’re starting a new program and need resources to get going or looking to make a switch to a new textbook for your course, we’re here for you! We want to show you how our content can work for you. What can you expect when you schedule a webinar with us? A [...]

The Impact of Self-Assessment Quizzes for Students Self-assessment quizzes have become an increasingly popular tool for students to evaluate their own learning and progress. These types of quizzes allow students to gauge their knowledge of a particular topic, identify areas that require improvement, and gain a better understanding of their strengths and weaknesses. If you’re using one of our textbooks in your course, you can find many ways for students to self-assess. Let’s learn more about the benefits of self-assessment and how August Learning Solutions has incorporated it for your students! First, let’s discuss the benefits of [...]

The Importance of Learning and Understanding Nonmedical Roles in Home Health Aide Training When we think of healthcare professionals, we often imagine doctors, nurses, and other medical personnel. However, there is a crucial role that often goes unnoticed but has a significant impact on patient care—home health aides. Home health aides play a vital role in assisting patients with their daily activities and providing personalized care in the comfort of their homes. While medical knowledge and skills are essential, it is equally important for home health aides to learn and understand nonmedical roles. Enhancing Patient Comfort and [...]

How to Utilize August Learning Solutions’ Classroom Resources in Your Nurse Assistant Course Nursing assistant courses are designed to prepare students for their new career. To ensure you have all the tools necessary to prepare your students, August Learning Solutions has created free classroom resources for use in your course. Classroom resources are set up per chapter and include items like a chapter synopsis, review of chapter key terms, reflection exercises, comprehension exercises, prioritization exercises, multiple choice questions, and classroom activities. These exercises were built for the kinesthetic learner. That means they were built with student engagement [...]

Different Ways to Utilize PowerPoints in Your Course PowerPoint presentations have become an integral part of modern-day teaching. They provide an effective way to present information in an organized and visually appealing manner. While many instructors use PowerPoint presentations as a lecture tool, there are many other ways to utilize this versatile tool in the classroom. Interactive Presentations: PowerPoint presentations can be used to create interactive lessons that engage students in the learning process. Use interactive features such as clickable buttons, hyperlinks, and quizzes to make the presentation more engaging and interactive. This will help students to [...]

Beyond Physical Health The Importance of Psychological, Social, Cultural, and Spiritual Health in Home Health Care As home health aides provide care to individuals in their homes, it is important to recognize that health goes beyond just physical health. Psychological, social, cultural, and spiritual health are all important aspects of overall health and well-being that should be taken into consideration when providing care. Psychological health refers to an individual’s mental and emotional well-being. Home health aides should be aware of the signs and symptoms of mental health issues such as depression, anxiety, and dementia. They should also [...]

Utilizing Test Banks in Your Nurse Assistant Course Wondering how to make the most of August Learning Solutions’ Instructor Portal content? Let’s start with our chapter-by-chapter test banks. Test banks are resources that can be used to help students study for a test or exam by providing them with sample questions and answers in multiple formats (e.g., multiple choice), or they can be used as quizzes and exams throughout your course. They can be especially helpful when preparing for nursing assistant exams, given how difficult it can be to find reliable sources of practice materials online! Test [...]

3 Benefits of Using an Ebook in Your Nurse Assistant Course As technology continues to advance, more and more students and instructors are turning to digital resources for their coursework. This is especially true for nurse assistant students, who are required to learn a vast amount of information in a short amount of time. All of our textbooks are available on the RedShelf platform, giving you and your students some additional benefits over traditional textbooks. In this blog we will explore the benefits of using an ebook in your nurse assistant course. 1. Cost-effective One of the [...]

How Case Studies Enhance Home Health Aide Training Home health aides play a vital role in the lives of individuals who need assistance with daily living activities due to illness, disability, or advanced age. As a result, home health aide training programs are essential for equipping these caregivers with the necessary skills and knowledge to provide quality care to their clients. As part of a training program, what can you utilize to enhance your students’ skills? One effective teaching method that can be used in these programs is the use of real-life case studies. Case studies are [...]