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Using Learning Outcome Measures to assess Doctoral Nursing Education
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Using a capstone cultural diversity paper for program outcomes evaluation.
1School of Nursing, Northern Michigan University, Marquette, USA. lflood@nmu.edu
Nursing Education Perspectives
|June 15, 2007
Summary
Nurse faculty evaluate baccalaureate program outcomes by having students interview diverse clients. This capstone project assesses critical thinking, communication, and cultural competence in nursing practice.
Area of Science:
- Nursing Education
- Healthcare Professional Development
- Cultural Competence in Healthcare
Background:
- Nurse faculty face the challenge of evaluating program outcomes.
- Baccalaureate nursing programs require assessment of critical thinking, written communication, and therapeutic interventions.
- Evaluating student performance in culturally sensitive areas is crucial.
Purpose of the Study:
- To describe a three-part capstone paper designed to evaluate baccalaureate nursing program outcomes.
- To assess student development in critical thinking, written communication, and therapeutic interventions through a culturally focused capstone project.
- To discuss the creation of a grading rubric, achievement levels, and potential program revisions based on student performance and feedback.
Main Methods:
- Students conduct interviews with clients from diverse cultural, religious, or sexual orientation backgrounds.
- Students analyze interview data, comparing findings with existing literature.
- Students engage in self-reflection on personal cultural beliefs and their impact on future nursing practice.
Main Results:
- The paper details the development of a grading rubric and defined levels of achievement for the capstone project.
- Outcomes related to critical thinking, written communication, and cultural competence were evaluated.
- Student comments and feedback were collected to inform potential program revisions.
Conclusions:
- The described capstone paper provides a structured method for evaluating key baccalaureate nursing program outcomes.
- This approach fosters critical thinking, enhances written communication, and promotes cultural competence in nursing students.
- The process allows for data-driven program revisions to improve nursing education and prepare culturally sensitive practitioners.
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