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Discipline-Specific Writing Support in Graduate Nursing
The Journal of Nursing Education
|January 26, 2023
Summary
A writing support program for graduate nursing students improved writing confidence and skills. The program offered discipline-specific coaching and workshops, demonstrating the value of intentional writing instruction in doctoral nursing education.
Area of Science:
- Nursing Education
- Scholarly Communication
Background:
- Scholarly writing is crucial for doctorally prepared nurses.
- Limited data exist on effective writing skill acquisition support for graduate students.
- This article details a writing support program for graduate nursing students.
Purpose of the Study:
- To describe the development, growth, and impact of a writing support program.
- To provide discipline-specific writing assistance to graduate nursing students.
Main Methods:
- A writing support program was established focusing on discipline-specific needs.
- Program activities included one-on-one coaching and workshops.
- Collaboration with faculty integrated writing content into coursework.
Main Results:
- Student and faculty evaluations indicated positive outcomes.
- The program enhanced students' writing confidence.
- The program improved students' writing skills.
Conclusions:
- The writing support program is a valuable resource for graduate nursing students and faculty.
- Doctoral programs should intentionally incorporate writing instruction.
- Discipline-specific feedback is a key component of effective writing support.
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