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Teaching nursing research. Integrating quantitative and qualitative methods.

C Lehna1, S Pfoutz

  • 1University of Texas Medical Branch School of Nursing at Galveston, USA. clehna@utmb.edu

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|July 6, 2000
PubMed
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This study details a novel two-course sequence for graduate nursing students, integrating qualitative and quantitative research methods. The curriculum empowers students to critically analyze, evaluate, and design research projects.

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Area of Science:

  • Nursing Education
  • Research Methodology

Background:

  • Graduate nursing programs must equip students with comprehensive research skills.
  • Traditional curricula may not adequately integrate qualitative and quantitative approaches.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To describe the design and implementation of an innovative two-course sequence for graduate nursing students.
  • To integrate qualitative and quantitative research methods within a single curriculum.
  • To enhance students' ability to analyze, evaluate, critique, and design research.

Main Methods:

  • Development of a two-course sequence by two faculty experts.
  • Co-teaching of integrated qualitative and quantitative research methods.
  • Curriculum design focused on critical analysis and research project development.

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Main Results:

  • Successful co-design and co-teaching of an integrated research methods sequence.
  • The curriculum aims to foster advanced analytical and design capabilities in students.
  • Faculty expertise in respective methods facilitated comprehensive instruction.

Conclusions:

  • Integrated research methods courses can effectively prepare graduate nursing students.
  • This innovative approach enhances students' research competencies.
  • Co-teaching by method experts provides a robust learning experience.