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What are the key features of this textbook that make learning easier for my students and teaching easier for me? Welcome to August Learning Solutions’ FAQ series. We’ll tackle your most commonly asked questions to get you the answers you need quickly and easily. What are the key features of this textbook that make learning easier for my students and teaching easier for me? Our nurse assistant books were written with student accessibility in mind. Written content targets the 8th grade reading level and groups the information along with photos and diagrams to make it more digestible [...]

Can I switch books when it works with my academic schedule? How do I get started? Welcome to August Learning Solutions’ FAQ series. We’ll tackle your most commonly asked questions to get you the answers you need quickly and easily. Can I switch books when it works with my academic schedule? How do I get started? You are in charge of your timeline! We understand that many schools run on different academic calendars. There is no need to wait for fall or spring to start, we will work with you to support your transition any month of [...]

Take a Walk Through CNA: Nursing Assistant Certification, California Edition, Second Edition Want to know what’s inside the pages of CNA: Nursing Assistant Certification, California Edition, Second Edition and how our content benefits you and your students? Then you’re in the right place; keep reading for a tour of the second edition. CNA: Nursing Assistant Certification, California Edition, Second Edition has all the great content and organization you loved from the first edition with updated content and new features to further engage your students! Skills TOC gives quick page references for each critical skill a student will [...]

Choosing the Right Textbook for Your Course Thinking of making a switch to a new textbook for your course? Not sure which of our books might be right for you? Take a read through our quick guide to helping you choose the best textbook for your course! August’s Nurse Assisting: The Complete Guide This book is the ultimate guide for your nurse assistant course. This textbook is complete with review of key topics and coverage of all the skills your students will need to pass their certification exam, written in easy-to-understand language that makes it easy for [...]

What Can Your Students Find When They Scan the QR Codes in Our Textbooks? Wondering what your students will find when they scan the QR codes within our textbooks? We encourage you to explore them yourself, but if you haven’t, here’s a breakdown of information your students will find when they scan those codes. First, additional information. Students learn best when they have context for the concepts they are learning. That might mean additional information or resources from trusted sources. It might also be videos or in-depth information to expand on concepts within the textbook. Any QR [...]

Enhancing Healthcare Education: The Power of Case Studies Case studies are a great way to promote active learning in a classroom. The utilization of case studies in healthcare education courses plays a vital role in enhancing learning outcomes and ensuring students are equipped with the necessary skills to excel in their careers. What is a case study? Case studies are fictional or real-life scenarios that present healthcare situations and require students to analyze and apply theoretical knowledge. They can serve multiple purposes, including bridging the gap between theory and practice, developing critical-thinking and problem-solving skills, and promoting [...]

Take a Walk through August’s Acute Care Nurse Assisting: The Complete Guide Want to know what’s inside the pages of August’s Acute Care Nurse Assisting: The Complete Guide and how our content benefits you and your students? Then you’re in the right place; keep reading for a tour of our newest nurse assistant textbook. August’s Acute Care Nurse Assisting: The Complete Guide is written specifically to help nursing assistant students transition to the fast-paced world of acute care. Consider this new textbook for your acute care nurse assistant course or your CNA 2 course! The Skills Contents [...]

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 [...]