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11 Professor of Nursing, Briar Cliff University, Sioux City, IA, USA.
Nursing Science Quarterly
|September 14, 2017
Summary
This column explores freedom of speech and academic freedom
Area of Science:
- Nursing Education
- Higher Education
- Philosophy of Freedom
Background:
- The concept of freedom is complex and widely debated.
- Freedom of speech and academic freedom are critical components influencing higher education.
- Understanding different perspectives on freedom is essential for academic discourse.
Purpose of the Study:
- To examine the influence of media and freedom of speech on nursing higher education.
- To analyze current threats to academic freedom within nursing education.
- To provide guidance for nurse educators navigating these complex issues.
Main Methods:
- Conceptual analysis of freedom.
- Discussion of media's role in freedom of speech related to nursing education.
- Examination of academic freedom challenges in higher learning institutions.
Main Results:
- Media's use/misuse of freedom of speech impacts nursing education.
- Academic freedom faces significant threats in contemporary higher education, particularly in nursing.
- Nurse educators must navigate these challenges to uphold professional standards.
Conclusions:
- Freedom of speech and academic freedom are vital yet threatened aspects of nursing education.
- Nurse educators need strategies to maintain professional integrity amidst these challenges.
- Adopting a 'human becoming' professional approach can aid in navigating complex freedom issues.
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