This course focuses on the analysis and application of program planning and on planning the development and evaluation of programs for continuing education for professionals and/or the public.
Prerequisite(s): NURS 553 Innovative Nursing Education Strategies and NURS 556 Teaching Strategies and Evaluation, or permission of the program director.
NURS 553 Innovative Nursing Education Strategies (3 hours)
This course assists the nurse educator in the development of innovative nursing education strategies in an area of practice of the student's choice. Emphasis is placed on research-based practice in education through the application of models and theories and the development of strategies for targeted populations. The majority of the course is web based; however, students meet face to face the first and last weeks of the term.
Prerequisite(s): NURS 552 Curriculum Development and Program Planning in Nursing.
Corequisite(s): NURS 556 Teaching Strategies and Evaluation.
NURS 556 Teaching Strategies and Evaluation (3 hours)
This course focuses on teaching strategies to enhance the organization and the delivery of educational content. Assessment of student outcomes and of educational programs is also emphasized.
Prerequisite(s): NURS 552 Curriculum Development and Program Planning in Nursing.