This paper presents a teaching and learning model applied within a first year core subject taught within the Prehospital Care course at Charles Sturt University. The aim of the model is to improve the quality of the first year student learning experience, and facilitate the development of graduate attributes that improve learning outcomes and address paramedic occupational needs. This model was the outcome of a process of critical reflection by the author and collaboration between academics, educational designers, learning skills and librarian staff at Charles Sturt University.
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