Understanding CPGs can be challenging for clinical practice. This presentation will provide an overview of introducing evidence-based CPGs in the classroom. Students should be informed of evidence-based practice in their programs before beginning clinical rotations. Without an introduction and exposure, newly hired entry-to-practice graduates are disadvantaged. Therefore, the respiratory therapy program faculty must include CPGs in their curricula.

Respiratory simulations provide educators with a powerful tool to immerse students in realistic clinical scenarios, fostering critical thinking, decision-making, and technical skills. A well-thought-out simulation activity ensures that educators deliver meaningful outcome-driven learning experiences that bridge the gap between theory and practice. This lecture is designed to empower educators with the knowledge and tools to conduct effective respiratory simulations following best practices.

This presentation will explore effective strategies for building high-impact learning experiences to enhance student engagement in service learning, research, and community service. These experiences can foster a mutually beneficial environment where students gain valuable real-world experience while clinicians contribute to community health initiatives. Participants will learn how to create impactful, sustainable collaborations that support student development, improve outcomes, and strengthen community ties. The session will provide practical tools, best practices, and case studies to inspire and guide respiratory therapy professionals in creating Win-Win opportunities for all involved.

In this session, educators will explore strategies and learn to craft homework assignments to teach students about the value of our main professional organizations (AARC, NBRC, CoARC, and ARCF) in meaningful and relevant ways to their current and future respiratory experiences. Participants will see how Essential Learning Objectives (ELOs) can be tied to the mission and content of the collaborative groups while supporting didactic content. Educators will be provided with examples of writing prompts and assignment instructions that challenge students to learn ways to support and promote our profession through advocacy, education, and networking.

This session delves into how interactive gaming experiences can boost student engagement, knowledge retention, and academic success in respiratory care programs. By incorporating competitive and immersive learning activities, students actively reinforce key concepts, enhance critical thinking, and improve performance on assessments like the NBRC exams. Research highlights that gamified learning fosters deeper understanding while making education more dynamic and engaging.