title: Facilitating expert practice in gerontological nursing.
abstract: Educators and clinical specialists can collaborate to develop experts in gerontological nursing. The authors use Loevinger's theory of ego development and Benner's model to guide their work. Their teaching strategies are designed to increase self-awareness, add conceptual contexts, broden practice perspectives, and promote professional esteem.
authors.forename: S R
authors.initials: SR
authors.lastname: Beaton
authors.forename: E J
authors.initials: EJ
authors.lastname: Amella
mesh_terms: D002983:Clinical Competence; D005851:Geriatric Nursing / Q000193:education*; D006803:Human Development; D006801:Humans; D007858:Learning; D008960:Models, Psychological; D012649:Self Concept; D013338:Students, Nursing / Q000523:psychology