A Paradigm Shift for the Nursing Education Model: A Scoping Review.

Area of Science:

• Nursing Education
• Curriculum Development
• Pedagogical Innovation

Background:

• The Nursing Education Model (NEM) provides a foundational framework for advancing nursing education.
• This study critically evaluated the practical applications of NEM across various educational contexts.
• The research aimed to identify areas where NEM might require refinement or modification.

Purpose of the Study:

• To systematically review the literature on the application of the Nursing Education Model (NEM).
• To assess the effectiveness and identify potential modifications for NEM based on empirical evidence.
• To determine if NEM facilitates a paradigm shift in nursing education.

Main Methods:

• A systematic scoping review was conducted using the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses (PRISMA) guidelines.
• Extensive searches of online databases were performed for peer-reviewed articles published between 2010 and June 2023.
• A total of 71 articles were selected based on predefined inclusion and exclusion criteria.

Main Results:

• Six key themes emerged: learner-centered curricula, innovative instructional methods, inclusive learning environments, pedagogical creativity, bridging the theory-practice gap, and utilizing multiple units of analysis.
• Findings indicate NEM's utility in promoting significant changes in educational content, teaching strategies, and outcome assessments.
• The identified themes highlight NEM's role in fostering a paradigm shift within nursing education.

Conclusions:

• The application of NEM is supported by evidence, promoting a paradigm shift in nursing education content, methods, and evaluation.
• The study suggests that ongoing evidence may indicate the need for future modifications to the NEM.
• Continued research and evaluation are recommended to refine the NEM for optimal educational impact.