'The authors of this book on teaching in the clinical area state in the preface that it was written with the medic in mind, but there are many good generic points of interest. The initial chapters on learning needs and setting objectives are particularly informative. The usual learning theories are mentioned and I was amused to find the ?novice to expert? theory under a very different guise. There are sections on giving effective feedback, supervision, involving patients in clinical teaching, e-learning for clinical teachers, interprofessional education, teaching clinical skills, simulation, appraisal, written assessment, mentoring and coaching. The book's points of reference are from the medical curriculum and this can make the book a difficult read in parts. However, it does offer a different perspective for nurses, especially when the authors talk about teaching on a ward round or ?structured assessments of clinical competencies?. Each chapter closes with a key points summary, and I would suggest looking at these for guidance before diving headlong into this book.' - Judith Palfreyman, Staff Nurse, Geriatric Assessment Unit, Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, Nursing Standard, Volume 25, No 34, April 27-May 3 2011