Looking for real-world scenario examples for students in your health science or Family and Consumer Science (FCS) classes? We’ve got you covered. From improved student motivation to more opportunities for group work, there are many benefits to scenario-based learning. However, coming up with scenarios and reflection activities can be time consuming. Fortunately, we’ve created a variety of kits full of resources and activities for you and your students. Read on to find out more about these kits and how they can lighten your workload.
End of Life Scenario Kit
The End of Life Scenario Kit can be used to address the sensitive topics surrounding the end of life. It includes scenario examples for students that offer opportunities for rich classroom conversations and written assignments about topics such as grief and mourning and family dynamics. The spiral-bound curriculum presents this sensitive material in a structured, unbiased manner as students learn about end-of-life communication across the lifespan, legal issues, and more.
See a sample scenario card for this kit here.
Elementary Education Scenario Kit
Use the Elementary Education Scenario Kit to introduce students to unique scenarios that relate to working in elementary education. Prepare future elementary educators for classroom management, lesson planning, teaching methodologies, and more. This supplemental program includes standards-based curriculum, posters, student workbooks, and scenario examples for students.
Want a sneak peek? See the curriculum sample here.
Medical Manikin Quick Scenario Set
The Medical Manikin Quick Scenario Set includes 100 complete scenario examples for students. You can use the scenarios with low- and medium-fidelity medical manikins. They focus on seven areas: infant, pediatric, adult, geriatric, clinical setting, emergency scenarios, and employability skills. The set includes a variety of scenario cards that are ideal for small groups or stations.
Check out this scenario set’s student workbook sample to see some of the printable activities that go along with the set’s scenario cards.
CDA Scenario Kit
The CDA Scenario Kit uses interactive childcare scenario examples for students to prepare them for the Child Development Associate (CDA) Certification. Use the kit to help students learn and practice skills they’ll need on the job in childcare settings. This robust kit includes a comprehensive teacher guide, student workbooks, and 78 scenarios. Half of the scenarios are focused on infants and toddlers and half on preschool-age children.
Hoping to use the kit for career exploration? Take a look at the Career Exploration Station Activity Sheet that walks you through focus, learn, and review steps with the kit.
Rehabilitation and Modalities Scenario Kit
Use the Rehabilitation and Modalities Scenario Kit to facilitate scenario-based learning experiences focused on rehabilitation modalities – understanding them, safety procedures, phases, and careers. The kit includes NATA-aligned lesson plans, flashcards, and student workbooks. Additionally, the acute injury scenario examples for students can be used to challenge them with writing 25 different treatment plans for the injuries.
Looking for more curriculum information? Check out this kit’s curriculum overview to learn more.
More Resources
- Exploring our Scenario-Based Learning Resources page
- Reading our blog post about teaching empathy to future mandatory reporters through scenarios
- Watching our webinar, “Teaching Soft Skills Through Scenario-Based Learning”
