Fall 2008
NURS 5307-02 Nursing Science II
This course resides in the Department of Family Nursing Care
Additional course materials will be distributed in class
COURSE DESCRIPTION
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course is designed to further nursing science through knowledge utilization and the testing of theoretical propositions. The students will
be given the opportunity to apply qualitative / quantitative research methods to nursing problems identified in
their practice. Inductive and deductive approaches will be explored. The focus of this
course is to acquire knowledge and understanding of research reported
in the literature, critique findings, and apply to practice. |
CREDIT AND TIME ALLOCATION
| 3
semester credit hours |
PREREQUISITES
| NURS.5306
Nursing Science I |
COURSE OBJECTIVES
1. Explain how theoretical or conceptual ideas influence the focus, direction,
and conduct of a research study.
2. Evaluate research reports using specified criteria.
3. Describe legal and ethical considerations and measures to protect human
subjects in nursing research.
4. Compare and contrast quantitative methods of theory testing.
5. Compare and contrast qualitative methods of theory generation.
6. Critique research instruments on the basis of reliability, validity
and feasibility.
7. Design a plan to solve a nursing problem using the appropriate research methods.
8. Discuss problems related to generalizability of research results.
9. Utilize research evidence to inform nursing practice. |
CRITERIA FOR EVALUATION / GRADES
40% - Proposal
30% - Quizzes (10 pt. each)
20% - Critique
10% - Class Participation
100% - Total
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A = 90-100%
B = 80-89%
C = 70-79%
D = 60-69%
F = Below 60% |
Late Papers: Assignments are expected at 5:00 PM on the due date. Papers received after that time will have five points deducted from the earned score for each portion of a 24-hour period they are late! (5:00 PM to 5:00 PM)
Class Participation: Participation is an expectation. It includes evidence of preparation using research, reading and mentation, through active class discussion and presentation of questions. Class attendance is requisite for meeting the criteria for participation listed below:
1. Completed assignments planned to promote class discussion.
2. Reads from the professional literature articles relevant to each class topic.
3. Shares references with classmates and instructor.
4. Makes comments that reflect analysis of the topic being discussed.
5. Participates without dominating class discussion.
6. Respects the rights of my classmates to speak.
7. Communicates interest in what others are saying.
8. Gives scholarly rationale when presenting opposing viewpoints.
9. Explains or clarifies comments when called upon to do so.
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SCHOLASTIC DISHONESTY
| Students are expected to be above reproach in all scholastic activities. Students who engage in scholastic dishonesty are subject to disciplinary penalties, including the possibility of failure in the course and dismissal from the university. "Scholastic dishonesty includes but is not limited to cheating, plagiarism, collusion, and submission for credit of any work or materials that are attributable in whole or in part to another person, taking an examination for another person, any act designed to give unfair advantage to a student or the attempt to commit such acts." Regents Rules and Regulations, Part One, Chapter VI, Section 3, Subsection 3.2, Subdivision 3.22. |
American with Disabilities Act (ADA) Accommodations
| Any student seeking ADA Accommodations under the American with Disabilities Act should contact the Associate Dean for Students within the first week of the semester so that appropriate accommodations may be arranged. A Request for Accommodations (Form 100) must be completed. These forms are available in the Office for Students Room: 1.118-16 |
REQUIRED TEXT / REFERENCE
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Books:
Polit, D. F. & Beck, C. T. (2007). Nursing research: Generating and assessing evidence for nursing practice. 8th Ed.
Philadelphia, PA: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins
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RECOMMENDED (OPTIONAL) TEXT / REFERENCE
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N/A
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CONTENT OUTLINE
A. Problem derivation
B. Quantitative and qualitative methods
C. Instrumentation
D. Critique of reported research
E. Scientific Problem solving
F. Collaboration between research and practice
G. Comparative paradigms in nursing related to research
H. Concepts/theories/models/frameworks to direct research
I. Value for practice (usefulness)
J. Ethical considerations related to protection of human subjects in research
K. Dissemination, synthesis and implementation of nursing knowledge
L. Generalizability and representativeness
M. Evidence Based Practice (EBP)
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CALENDAR - First Week Only
Please check the Fall 2008 Schedules for recent updates on Class Dates & Room.
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Topic / Assignment Due |
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Tuesday, August 26, 2008
9:00am - 12noon
Room 2.332
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Topic: Overview of Nursing Research
Assignment Due : Read Chapters 1, & 3
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