Foundations of Nurs Education

3 Credits · Level: Graduate

This course provides the student with an overview of the history of nursing and nursing curriculum, the philosophical foundations and theoretical perspectives of education, and the roles and responsibilities of the nurse educator in the academic and professional development settings. Students will explore the principles of curriculum development, redesign, and evaluation. They will identify and evaluate the internal and external factors to the nursing profession that influence curriculum development. Students will experience the curriculum development process through the design of a curriculum plan for a baccalaureate nursing program.