Education is a life-long process that affords the learner the opportunity to develop personally, social, and intellectually. Learning is an active process that involves cognitive, affective, and psychomotor activities. The student is a proactive participant in the learning process, and is responsible for applying theory to nursing practice in a dynamic learning environment. Previous life experiences of the adult learner serve as a foundation for new learning experiences. Learning is evidenced by a gradual change in behavior within the framework of prior learning experiences.