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Using Learning Outcome Measures to assess Doctoral Nursing Education
Published on: June 21, 2010
Outcomes-based curriculum development and student evaluation in nursing education.
1College of Nursing, University of Rhode Island, Kingston, Rhode Island, USA. hsuziekim@comcast.net
Journal of Korean Academy of Nursing
|February 5, 2013
Summary
This study presents a 10-step curriculum development model for nursing education, focusing on outcomes-based education principles. This framework aids in creating new nursing programs and evaluating existing ones for accreditation readiness.
Area of Science:
- Nursing Education
- Curriculum Development
- Higher Education
Background:
- Outcomes-based education emphasizes demonstrable competencies.
- Nursing programs must align with professional roles and societal needs.
- Accreditation processes increasingly require evidence of defined learning outcomes.
Purpose of the Study:
- To present a curriculum development model for nursing programs.
- To guide the creation of new nursing curricula.
- To facilitate the evaluation and revision of existing nursing curricula.
Main Methods:
- Analytical development based on literature review.
- Integration of experiences in curriculum design.
- Focus on the philosophy of outcomes-based education.
Main Results:
- A 10-step framework for curriculum development is illustrated.
- The model incorporates key tenets of outcomes-based nursing education.
- The framework provides a structured approach to curriculum design.
Conclusions:
- The curriculum development framework is applicable for new nursing program creation.
- The model supports the evaluation and revision of existing nursing programs.
- This approach is particularly relevant for nursing education facing accreditation.
Keywords:
Accreditation-standardsBaccalaureate-standardsCompetency-based educationCurriculumNursing educationMore Related Videos
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