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🎙️Cardiac Rhythm Escape Activity: How to Use Storytelling + Movement to Power a Active Learning
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In this episode of Learning Lab RN, we look into the design of an escape room activity with Texas-based educator Kristie Buchanan. Kristie shares how she uses low-cost materials, physical movement, and clever narrative progression to keep nursing students engaged while reinforcing clinical content. Whether you’re using locks and treasure chests, simple worksheet clues, or a more comprehensive simulation lab experience, this episode will help you think creatively about how to get students out of their seats and into the story.
Storytelling Creates Context and Curiosity
- Kristie weaves a patient story throughout each station, moving from estimated due date to Apgar scoring in her OB version. This narrative structure mirrors real clinical progression and helps students connect the dots more meaningfully.
Movement Matters in Learning
- Students crawl on the floor, check under desks, and physically interact with their environment to uncover clues. This full-body experience boosts engagement.
You Don’t Need Fancy Gear to Build a Great Experience
- Kristie's escape rooms rely on dollar-store locks, handouts, and simple classroom setups. With a little creativity, you can replicate the thrill of an escape experience without relying on a sim lab or expensive tech.
Resources Mentioned:
- Ready to use this in your own classroom? Get the template and student prompts here: 👉 learninglabrn.com
- Subscribe to the show: learninglabrn.com
- Join the newsletter and explore active learning tools: breakoutrn.com
- Full transcript: Here
- Learn More about the TableTop Case Study Kit mentioned in this episode: HERE
- Read "Using Pixar Storytelling Principles in Nursing Education" Series HERE
Please offer your feedback about the show by emailing me!
- If you listen to this podcast on Apple Podcasts, please take a moment to rate or review the show. This goes a long way toward helping me reach other educators! 😊
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By Martha Johnson🎙️Cardiac Rhythm Escape Activity: How to Use Storytelling + Movement to Power a Active Learning
Resources Mentioned:
In this episode of Learning Lab RN, we look into the design of an escape room activity with Texas-based educator Kristie Buchanan. Kristie shares how she uses low-cost materials, physical movement, and clever narrative progression to keep nursing students engaged while reinforcing clinical content. Whether you’re using locks and treasure chests, simple worksheet clues, or a more comprehensive simulation lab experience, this episode will help you think creatively about how to get students out of their seats and into the story.
Storytelling Creates Context and Curiosity
- Kristie weaves a patient story throughout each station, moving from estimated due date to Apgar scoring in her OB version. This narrative structure mirrors real clinical progression and helps students connect the dots more meaningfully.
Movement Matters in Learning
- Students crawl on the floor, check under desks, and physically interact with their environment to uncover clues. This full-body experience boosts engagement.
You Don’t Need Fancy Gear to Build a Great Experience
- Kristie's escape rooms rely on dollar-store locks, handouts, and simple classroom setups. With a little creativity, you can replicate the thrill of an escape experience without relying on a sim lab or expensive tech.
Resources Mentioned:
- Ready to use this in your own classroom? Get the template and student prompts here: 👉 learninglabrn.com
- Subscribe to the show: learninglabrn.com
- Join the newsletter and explore active learning tools: breakoutrn.com
- Full transcript: Here
- Learn More about the TableTop Case Study Kit mentioned in this episode: HERE
- Read "Using Pixar Storytelling Principles in Nursing Education" Series HERE
Please offer your feedback about the show by emailing me!
- If you listen to this podcast on Apple Podcasts, please take a moment to rate or review the show. This goes a long way toward helping me reach other educators! 😊