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Jean Foret Giddens1, Nancy Morton
1University of New Mexico, Health Science Center, College of Nursing, Albuquerque, USA. jgiddens@salud.unm.edu
Nursing Education Perspectives
|February 2, 2011
Summary
This study evaluated a new concept-based nursing curriculum. Strengths included its conceptual approach and early patient care, while challenges involved content repetition and NCLEX-RN preparation.
Area of Science:
- Nursing Education
- Curriculum Development
- Higher Education
Background:
- Curriculum evaluation is essential for maintaining quality nursing education.
- Innovative teaching strategies are increasingly important in healthcare education.
- Baccalaureate nursing programs face evolving demands for graduate preparedness.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate an innovative, concept-based baccalaureate nursing curriculum.
- To identify strengths and weaknesses of the new curriculum model.
- To inform necessary curriculum revisions for improved educational outcomes.
Main Methods:
- Utilized mixed methods for curriculum evaluation.
- Employed surveys and focus groups with students and faculty.
- Gathered qualitative and quantitative data on curriculum effectiveness.
Main Results:
- Key strengths identified: conceptual approach, interactive learning, clinical intensives, early patient exposure.
- Identified challenges: content repetition, clinical coordination, need for expanded pharmacology and pathophysiology content, NCLEX-RN preparation.
- Student and faculty feedback guided the evaluation process.
Conclusions:
- The concept-based curriculum shows promise but requires refinement.
- Addressing identified challenges is crucial for enhancing student learning and NCLEX-RN success.
- Ongoing evaluation and revision are vital for curriculum improvement.
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