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Using lesson study to integrate information literacy throughout the curriculum
Angie Stombaugh1, Rita Sperstad, Arin Vanwormer
1College of Nursing and Health Sciences, University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire, 54702, USA. stombaam@uwec.edu
This study outlines developing an information literacy curriculum for nursing students. The curriculum aims to enhance evidence-based practice skills through scholarly information retrieval and application over a 5-semester program.
Area of Science:
- Nursing Education
- Information Science
- Curriculum Development
Background:
- Developing evidence-based practice (EBP) skills is crucial for nursing students.
- Effective EBP requires proficiency in retrieving, evaluating, and applying scholarly information.
- Existing curricula may not adequately address these essential skills.
Purpose of the Study:
- To describe the development of an information literacy curriculum for nursing students.
- To integrate information literacy training throughout a 5-semester nursing program.
- To enhance students' ability to utilize scholarly information in clinical practice.
Main Methods:
- A curriculum was developed for a cohort of nursing students.
- The curriculum spanned five semesters of the nursing program.
- Lesson study methodology was employed in the curriculum development process.
Main Results:
- The curriculum development process focused on progressive skill-building in information literacy.
- Students were guided through stages of scholarly information retrieval and evaluation.
- The curriculum aimed to bridge the gap between academic learning and clinical application.
Conclusions:
- A structured, semester-long information literacy curriculum can effectively support the development of EBP skills in nursing students.
- Lesson study provides a collaborative framework for refining educational interventions in health sciences.
- Enhancing information literacy is fundamental to preparing competent and practice-ready nurses.
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