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Integrating what is taught with what is practised in the nursing curriculum: a multi-dimensional model
1School of Nursing Studies, Manchester University, England.
Journal of Advanced Nursing
|October 1, 1994
Summary
Bridging the nursing theory-practice gap requires a comprehensive, multi-dimensional model. This model emphasizes collaboration between education and service staff to integrate classroom learning with clinical experience.
Area of Science:
- Nursing Education
- Curriculum Development
Background:
- A persistent discrepancy exists between theoretical nursing knowledge and practical clinical application.
- This theory-practice gap is a significant concern for nursing educators, practitioners, and students.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review existing literature on the nursing theory-practice gap.
- To propose a comprehensive, multi-dimensional model for integrating nursing theory and practice in curricula.
Main Methods:
- Literature review on the theory-practice gap in nursing.
- Development of a conceptual model for curriculum planning.
Main Results:
- Identified numerous reasons contributing to the theory-practice gap.
- Proposed a collaborative model involving education and service staff.
- Highlighted eight key curriculum areas for integration: model, sequencing, content, teaching methods, assessment, tutor roles, service staff contribution, and hidden curriculum.
Conclusions:
- A comprehensive, collaborative model is essential for achieving theory-practice integration in nursing education.
- Successful adoption requires significant individual and organizational commitment.
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