Keywords
Undergraduate nursing education; Research; Redesign
Abstract
Background: There is little doubt about the challenge of teaching nursing research in today’s complex world of nursing education. Traditionally, nursing students have questioned the validity and necessity of nursing research during their academic careers.
Method: The redesign of this undergraduate nursing research course utilized a mastery learning model. Included in this re-design was innovative teaching and learning strategies. The expectation was that a redesign of the course would instill a new passion and appreciation for the research process.
Results: The results from class evaluations and the Likert scale utilized during the course were positive overall and supported this re-design.
Conclusion: Given the importance of the use of current evidenced- based practice within the profession of nursing, it becomes imperative to instill a sense of passion and excitement among students regarding research and its everyday relevance to insure quality healthcare outcomes.
Citation
Hurlbut J and Elkins M. Redesigning an Undergraduate Nursing Research Course Using Innovative Teaching Strategies. SM J Nurs. 2018; 4(1): 1017.