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Using Learning Outcome Measures to assess Doctoral Nursing Education
Published on: June 21, 2010
Using backward design to create a new graduate nursing curriculum
Ann Weltin1, Daniel J Crawford1
1University of Iowa College of Nursing, 50 Newton Rd, Iowa City, IA, 52242, United States of America.
Abstract:
The University of Iowa College of Nursing engaged in a comprehensive redesign of its graduate practice programs using a backward design approach. Guided by the AACN Essentials and national competency frameworks, faculty began by defining program outcomes, identifying required knowledge, and organizing concepts into a scaffolded curriculum. The process produced new plans of study, progression indicators, and 82 newly created or revised courses. Faculty survey results indicated strong support for the design process as an effective method for implementing competency-based education. Overall, the structured, collaborative approach enabled intentional knowledge development for improved practice-readiness across advanced nursing programs.
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