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EDUCATOR PORTFOLIO
Name and Degree(s): Meredith French RN, BSN
Position: Clinical Registered Nurse
School (SOM, SON, SHP, GSBS): UTMB School of Nursing, Graduate level
Department/Program: Masters of Science in Nursing Education
Percent Effort in Educational Activities: 100%
SECTION I: TEACHING, ASSESSMENT, MENTORING, ADVISING
1. TEACHING PHILOSOPHY AND GOALS.
Describe the goals or philosophy that guide your practice as a teacher, assessor of learners, mentor and/or
advisor.

My philosophy of teaching is to assist students to reach their fullest potential through the
learning process. This is done through a shared partnership between teacher and student
with mutual respect being at the basis. Both parties bring to a classroom a wealth of
experiences through diverse upbringings and life experiences, which can enhance the
learning process. It is the responsibility of the educator to nurture this learning environment
by encouraging open sharing of ideas and knowledge and welcoming each students
participation. Out of this safe environment, students will rise to the level of realistic
expectations set by the educator. Due to the belief that a students level of commitment is
measured by an educators passion, a teachers objectives are as follows: to provide the
necessary resources for learning through current evidenced based practice in all course
content, to foster critical thinking skills, to provide positive reinforcement and constructive
feedback, and to personally demonstrate the highest integrity for students to emulate. The
ultimate outcome and reward for an educator is to help develop a well-rounded student that
transforms into an exceptional nurse that is full of knowledge and compassion.
2. PREPARATION.
Describe how you have prepared yourself for your role as a teacher, assessor, mentor and/or advisor.

Through the last five years of nursing at MD Anderson Cancer Center I have been given
several opportunities to get involved in educating my peers. I have been precepting new
graduate and experienced nurses for the last 4 years of my career at MD Anderson Cancer
Center. I have created and taught several presentations on numerous subjects, such as,
infection control, a new motivated and moving program, chemotherapy protocols, and
managing side effects, on my inpatient lymphoma/multiple myeloma unit to secretaries,
nursing assistants, nurses, doctors, pharmacists, etc.
While working towards obtaining my masters in nursing education at UTMB, I have been
given the opportunity to create several learning modules, exam questions, and
presentations. In this last semester, I have been able to put my education into practice. I
taught skills lab, hospital clinicals, and pharmacology to semester one and two bachelors
students.
3. TEACHING/ASSESSMENT ACTIVITIES

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For teaching and assessment activities, duplicate and complete this table for each separate activity you wish to
present. List activities in reverse chronological order, with the most recent ones at the beginning. In the
Appendix, provide examples of work that support the scope, quality and dissemination of the activity, if available.

Teaching/Assessment Activity
Context of activity (school or
department, format of activity)
Description of role
Duration of service (give years)
Service quantity (e.g.,
hours/year, semesters/year)
Number and type of learners
(e.g., # per year, semester, term)
Goals for the activity
Outcomes, and other indicators
of quality of this activity.
Dissemination among the
community of educators
Teaching/Assessment Activity
Context of activity (school or
department, format of activity)
Description of role
Duration of service (give years)
Service quantity (e.g.,
hours/year, semesters/year)
Number and type of learners
(e.g., # per year, semester, term)
Goals for the activity
Outcomes, and other indicators
of quality of this activity.

GNRS 5320 Educator: Teaching Practicum

Required course for the MSN education program
Student
2 years
1 semester Fall 2015
Approximately 10-15 MSN education students
The goal for this course was to work alongside a
mentor to gain experience in being an educator working
in a nursing school.
Peer, self, and mentor evaluations were completed to
indicate the quality of my work.

GNRS 5311 Educator: Program Evaluation

Required course for the MSN education program
Student
2 years
1 semester Summer 2015
Approximately 15-20 MSN education students
To gain a better understanding on how program
evaluation is done and why it is required. It also
includes assessing and evaluating learning outcomes.
There are several learning modules to be submitted for
this course. The group work will include a peer
evaluation to be completed.

Dissemination among the

community of educators
4. MENTORING/ADVISING ACTIVITIES
For mentoring, and mentoring-related activities duplicate and complete this table for each mentoring/advising
relationship you wish to present. Include in the Appendix any supporting documentation.

Name of mentee or advisee

Description of role as mentor/
advisor
Purpose or goals of relationship
Description of mentoring/advising

Alicia J.
Preceptor for new graduate nurse
To provide support and coach new graduate in their
role as a clinical nurse at MD Anderson
New graduate nurse collaborates with senior nurse in

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process

Current status of advisee

Outcome(s) of relationship
Name of mentee or advisee
Description of role as mentor/
advisor
Purpose or goals of relationship
Description of mentoring/advising
process
Current status of advisee
Outcome(s) of relationship

patient care for 12 weeks. New graduate is taught

policies, procedures, and safety guidelines for clinical
nursing at MD Anderson.
New graduate has graduated residency program and
continues to work as a clinical nurse on her assigned
unit. I continue to coach when necessary.
The new graduate is independent in the care she
provides for her patients.
Elise H.
Mentor for nursing residency graduate
To build a foundation of trust and facilitate safe nursing
practice for a nurse with 1+ year experience at MD
Anderson
Serve as a resource nurse to mentee as we work shifts
side-by-side
Nurse is independent but seeks assistance from
mentor when needed
This relationship has gone beyond a structured
mentor/mentee relationship and into a work friendship.

5. OTHER TEACHING ACCOMPLISHMENT

Use space below for descriptions of teaching accomplishments that either do not fit the other categories or fall
outside the past 5 years but that are significant. At the end of each description, tab forward to insert new line.

In 2015, I designed and posted data on a bulletin board for Magnet review which included
presenting this information to the magnet representative who visited my unit. I also
presented with a PowerPoint lecture in front of a board of magnet representatives on a
program initiative that I served as a chair member.

SECTION II: ENDURING EDUCATIONAL MATERIALS

1. PHILOSOPHY AND GOALS.
Describe the goals or philosophy that guides your development of educational materials.

As a coach to a new graduate nurse, I strive to provide them with confidence and critical
thinking skills in a safe environment. I teach these nurses with educational materials such
as hand-outs, articles, and patient education. I provided the nurse with a binder of these
articles and information to keep with them as a reference and guide for the care they
provide. I encourage them to study at home and then I will be able to help push the
education further by quizzing their knowledge.
2. PREPARATION.
Describe how you have prepared yourself for your role as a developer of educational materials.

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The courses at UTMB have dramatically helped prepare me for this role as an educator
who develops educational materials, especially the classes with Dr. Eva Stephens. I also
have a few specific mentors that are currently working as hospital and classroom
educators that have helped guide me as Ive been learning to become an educator and put
together educational materials, for example, hand-outs, PowerPoints, professional papers,
or educational games. I have also attended a course at MD Anderson to help in educating
new hired nurses.
3. EDUCATIONAL MATERIALS.
Duplicate and complete this table for each enduring material related to education you wish to present. List your
materials in reverse chronological order, with the most recent ones at the beginning. In the Appendix, provide
examples of work that support the scope, quality and dissemination of the activity, if available.

Educational Material
Description of material
Role in development
Goals or purpose of educational
material
Outcomes, accomplishments,
and other indicators of quality of
service or impact of this material
Dissemination among the
community of educators

PowerPoint presentation and lecture

Antibiotics and anti-infectives
Developer and presenter
To educate 94 students on a list of medications, their
class, side effects, interactions, nursing implications,
etc.
The students evaluated me as the educator and gave
feedback on the presentation. They were also given an
exam with 30+ questions on this topic.
This PowerPoint was given to my preceptor to use for
possible future use.

Educational Material
Description of material
Role in development
Goals or purpose of educational
material
Outcomes, accomplishments,
and other indicators of quality of
service or impact of this material
Dissemination among the
community of educators

Kahoot review game

Antibiotics and anti-infectives
Developer and presenter
To review the presentation on this topic to better
educate and prepare the students for the exam.
The students evaluated me as the educator and gave
feedback on the educational game. They were also
given an exam with 30+ questions on this topic.
This game and password were given to my preceptor to
use for possible future use.

Educational Material
Description of material

Presentation and brochure on smoking cessation

I designed a brochure on smoking cessation, the health
effects, how to quit, and programs available to
smokers. I presented this to volunteers at the American
Red Cross who were frequent smokers or had family
members/friends who smoked.
Developer and presenter
To educate smokers on the negative effects of smoking
and how to quit.
I was able to answer questions, and the volunteers
seemed eager to quit or have family members quit.
They actual discussed amongst one another on
programs that they have tried or would be willing to try

Role in development
Goals or purpose of educational
material
Outcomes, accomplishments,
and other indicators of quality of
service or impact of this material

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Dissemination among the
community of educators

as a group to support each other.

I provided the location with several brochures to have
available to others who may benefit from it. I also
provided my contact information so that they can
contact me when they need more brochures printed.

SECTION III: EDUCATIONAL LEADERSHIP

1. PHILOSOPHY AND GOALS.
Describe the goals or philosophy that guides your educational leadership activities.

My goal is to be an educator who leads but is also an active participant. Leadership is an

important role to demonstrate to your audience. This helps guide the teaching and
promotes true understanding of the material.
2. PREPARATION.
Describe how you have prepared yourself for your educational leadership roles.

I have taken leadership classes through UTMB and MD Anderson. I am a part of the
leadership team on my work unit. I work as a charge nurse, resource nurse, committee
and program leader, and coach. I am often the one that leads in several different situations
at work. I have always enjoyed being the leader in any thing that I am involved in.
I will continue to strive to find leadership roles that I can get involved with in other areas.
This will help stretch my knowledge outside of my oncology work.
3. LEADERSHIP ACTIVITIES
Duplicate and complete this table for each leadership activity you wish to present. List your materials in reverse
chronological order, with the most recent ones at the beginning. In the Appendix, provide examples of work that
support the scope, quality and dissemination of the activity, if available.

Activity
Description of leadership role
Duration of service (give years)
Goals and/or initiatives
Outcomes, accomplishments, and
other indicators of quality of service
or impact in this role.
Dissemination among the community
of educators

Charge Nurse
I handle difficult situations, manage admissions and
discharges, complete staffing assignments, coach
nurses, etc.
4 years
To ensure patient and staff safety and positive
outcomes.
My peers and management team evaluates me
yearly, which I have scored exceeds on every year.
This evaluation is kept in my work file.

Educational Portfolio Template developed by the UTMB Academy of Master Teacher, last edited July 2012

This Educator Portfolio Template was created by the UTMB Academy of Master Teachers.
The template was adapted from Simpson D, Fincher RM, Hafler JP, Irby DM, Richards BF, Rosenfeld GC, Viggiano TR.
Advancing Educators and Education by Defining the Components and Evidence Associated with Educational Scholarship.
Med Educ. 2007 Oct; 41(10):1002-9. Epub Sep 5, 2007.
See also: Simpson D, Marcdante K, Fenzel J. (2007). The Educator's Portfolio & Curriculum Vitae - Workshop & Resource
Guide. MedEdPORTAL: http://services.aamc.org/30/mededportal/servlet/s/segment/mededportal/?subid=677

Educational Portfolio Template developed by the UTMB Academy of Master Teacher, last edited July 2012