Grambling State University School of Nursing Nursing 406 Introduction to Nursing Research Department 37 Grambling State University School of Nursing
Nursing 406 Introduction to Nursing Research Course Syllabus Credit: Placement: Prerequisites: Three (3) semester credit hours Second Semester, Senior Year; Component of Level V Statistics 273; All previous courses in the nursing curriculum Co-Requisites: Enrollment in or successful completion of Nursing 404 and Nursing 407 Course Description: This course introduces the principles relating to nursing research. The basic components of nursing research are presented. Each student critiques nursing research articles for the application of nursing research findings in various client care settings. Course Objectives: Upon completion of this course, students are expected to: 1. Understand the basic steps of nursing research. 2. Delineate the role of the baccalaureate prepared nurse in research. 3. Evaluate published research findings. 4. Apply research findings in clinical practice. Teaching Methods/Learner Activities: Various teaching strategies utilized include group classroom activities, assigned individual activities, questioning, class participation, and didactic presentations. A variety of audiovisual technological aids are utilized to provide a more active learning environment for students. Group tests are used to determine knowledge of research content. Other learner activities include assigned readings, retrieval of research articles from various sources, critique of specified components of the published research study, written assignments to determine application, oral presentations of the final critiques, and participation in data collection for a limited research project. Required Textbooks:
American Psychological Association. (2001). Publication manual of the American psychological association ( th ed.). Washington, D.C.: Author. Polit, D. F., & Beck, C. T. (200). Essentials of nursing research: Methods, appraisal, and utilization (6 th ed.). Philadelphia: Lippincott. Evaluation: Course grade is determined by the following components: 1. Critiques of Research Articles (written-2) 2. Power Point of critiques Weight of components to determine grade: Critiques (2) of Research Articles 80% Power Point 20% Grading Scale: A = 93 100 B = 8 92 C = 80 84 D = 70 79 F = 0 69 100% Providing Reasonable Accommodation: Grambling State University adheres to all applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and guidelines with respect to providing reasonable accommodations for students with disabilities. Students with disabilities should register with the Student Intervention Resource Center (Special Services Facilitator) and contact their instructor(s) for appropriate accommodations. Critique of Research Articles (Guidelines): 1. Guidelines for the critiques are provided in the textbook and by the professor. 2. One published article must be a quantitative research study, and one published article
must be a qualitative research study. The articles must be approved by the professor prior to the submission of the written critiques. 3. A copy of each article must accompany the submission of each typed critique. 4. The critiques must be submitted on the date required by the professor.. The components to include in the research article critique are specified: Citation: Cite the reference using APA format. Type of Study: Identify as quantitative or qualitative study. Research Problem & Purpose: Briefly explain the problem, and state the purpose of the study. Explain the significance of the study to nursing. Literature Review: Summarize the studies cited in the literature review section. What are the dates of the studies cited? Theory: Describe the concepts of the theory. How is it related to the study? Research Question(s) or Hypothesis(es): State them. Variables: What are the definitions of the variables? Sample and Setting: Describe the characteristics of the sample: number, gender, race, etc. Where were the data collected? Ethical/Legal Aspects: Were the rights of human subjects addressed; how? Measurement/Data Collection: What were the data collection instruments (tools) used in the study? Did the author address the validity and reliability of the instrument(s)? Data Analysis: What analytical procedures were used in this study? Describe the findings of the study. Discussion/Interpretation of Findings: Were the findings similar to or different from previous research? How were the results related back to the theory? Utilization of Findings: How can the findings be applied to clinical practice? What were recommendations for future research? Power Point of Critiques: The presentations are to be a maximum of 10 slides. The aspects to be discussed are the following: identification of topic and how the topic was chosen; research problem and purpose; literature review of previous studies; research hypothesis or question; the methodology including design, data collection procedure, and data analysis; and the findings and their application to nursing practice.
Grambling State University School of Nursing Nursing 406 Introduction to Nursing Research Article Critique Grading Criteria Student: Date: Points Points Criteria Possible Received Reference correctly cited using APA Type of study correctly identified Problem & purpose stated appropriately Literature review summarized sufficiently 20 Theory described adequately Research question or hypothesis stated Variables defined Sample and setting described Ethical/legal aspects addressed Data collection procedures specified Data analysis delineated 10 Discussion of findings provided 10 Application to nursing practice discussed 10 Appropriate grammar, sentence structure, spelling; no typos; appearance neat Total 100
Grambling State University School of Nursing Nursing 406 Introduction to Nursing Research Powerpoint of Critique Grading Criteria Student: Date: Points Points Criteria Possible Received Identification of topic & significance to nursing 10 Problem & purpose stated clearly Review of related studies 20 How study was conducted 10 How data were analyzed 10 Findings 10 Implications & recommendations 10 Time frame appropriate (4-7 min.) Personal presentation 10 Use of visual aids 10 Total 100
Grambling State University School of Nursing Graduate Nursing Program Nursing 03 ----- Advanced Nursing Research Credit: 3 semester hours Prerequisite: Nursing 01 Course Description: This course provides opportunities for students to review the research process and selected methodologies, critique reports of nursing research, and write a research proposal. The conduct and utilization of nursing research in caring for individuals, families, groups, and communities are discussed and analyzed through lectures, assigned preparatory work, group activities, and presentations. To expand knowledge of the research process, students complete research proposals for appropriate clinical populations in a variety of nursing settings. Qualitative and quantitative methods are discussed and specific individual studies are critiqued for their value in contribution to the knowledge base of nursing. Course Objectives: Evaluation: Upon completion of this course, students are expected to: 1. Identify researchable problems for the advancement of nursing practice. 2. Demonstrate knowledge of the research process and selected methods to answer specific research questions. 3. Review the literature for existing knowledge concerning variables, theories, and methods of studying a selected problem. 4. Complete a research proposal for a quantitative or qualitative study. Course grade will be determined as follows: Research Proposal 0% Preparatory work/class work 30% Presentation of Research Proposal 20%
Grading scale: A 93 -- 100 B 8 -- 92 C 80 -- 84 D 70 -- 79 F 0 -- 69 Required Textbook: Polit, D. F., & Beck, C. T. (2008). Nursing research: Generating and assessing evidence for nursing practice (8 th ed.). Philadelphia: Wolters Kluver Lippincott Williams & Wilkins.
Spring 2009 Schedule Students are expected to read appropriate chapters in the textbook and submit required learner activities/assignments on the scheduled dates. DATE CLASS CONTENT LEARNER ACTIVITIES/ASSIGNMENT Jan. 16 Jan. 23 Jan. 30 Feb. 6 Feb. 13 Orientation; Review of Electronic Databases Review of APA and GSU formats for theses Literature search: purpose, scope, narrowing a topic, locating resources Introduction to nursing research in evidenced based practice environment: history, scientific method; quantitative & qualitative research Translating research evidence into nursing practice: evidence-based nursing Key concepts and steps of research process Basic research terminology Conceptualizing research problems, research questions, and hypotheses, variables, assumptions, limitations Theoretical or conceptual framework for research study: purposes, theories, models, concepts Using a model or theory as organizing framework Retrieve 2 research articles r/t topic of interest for research study. Discuss GSU format (document found on website for Graduate Studies) for theses; review APA format. Read P & B Chapter 1 Bring & discuss 2 research articles r/t topic of interest; one must be a quantitative research article, and one must be a qualitative research article. Retrieve a thesis, and bring copy to class. Read P & B Chapter 2, 26, 27,3 Provide example of change in nursing practice based on research Develop timeline for research study Read P & B Chapter 4 Write an initial draft of a purpose and hypothesis or research question for your study. Select the variables that need to be defined. Identify assumptions and limitations for your study. Read P & B Chapter 6 Bring book, chapter, or article that provides a good explanation of the theoretical framework for your study. Type a 3-4 page description of your theory. Determine how it applies to your study.
DATE CLASS CONTENT LEARNER ACTIVITIES/ASSIGNMENTS Feb. 20 Feb. 27 Mar. 6 Review of literature: purposes, critiquing the evidence, information to include, scope, organization, analysis & synthesis Ethical issues of research: history, codes, principles, informed consent, external approval Research design: Qualitative design Quantitative design: experimental, quasiexperimental, nonexperimental Read P & B Chapter and selected articles. Provide detailed outline for literature review. Read P & B Chapter 7 and selected articles. Bring information that illustrates an example of ethical misconduct in research (may not use any examples included in textbook); be prepared to present in class. Discuss classical examples of research misconduct. Discuss general principles of ethics in research. Develop an informed consent form for your research study. Read P & B Chapter 8, 9, 10, Bring research articles that utilize the 1 qualitative and 3 quantitative research designs; they should be r/t your research study. Select a research design that is appropriate for your study; support your decision with published criteria. Mar. 13 Research control: internal and external validity; sampling methods Read P & B Chapter 11, 13 and selected articles. Determine the aspects of internal and external validity that may affect your study; specify steps you will take to reduce related problems. Select a sampling method and sample size that is appropriate for your study; defend your selection.
Mar. 20 Mar. 27 DATE CLASS CONTENT Data collection plan, data needs, select/develop tool (R & V) Quantitative data analysis: descriptive statistics, data management Inferential statistics: t test, χ 2 test, & Pearson r LEARNER ACTIVITIES/ASSIGNMENTS Read P & B Chapter 14, 1, 16, 17, 18 and selected articles. Determine the steps you need to take to collect the data for your study. Find a tool that is appropriate for your study; be prepared to discuss its reliability and validity. Read P & B Chapter 21, 22, 23 Identify the variables in your study; correctly determine the level of measurement for each variable. Set up program for data entry into SPSS in computer lab. Enter hypothetical data. Insure that data are entered correctly. Interpret statistical data given. Apr. 3 Independent Work Determine the method you will use for analysis of data in your study; support your decision. Send H & data analyses section via drop box. Apr. 10 Spring Break Enjoy! Apr. 17 Apr. 24 May 1 Qualitative data analysis: data organization Study summary, interpretation & conclusions, theoretical support, implication, recommendations Research Day: Presentation of Research Proposals Research Proposal due Read P & B Chapter 19, 20 Describe how to set up and manage qualitative data. Develop a method of analysis for a set of qualitative data; data will be given. (Group work in class) Read P & B Chapter 20, 24 Critique hypothetical study findings; interpret findings. Draw conclusions, determine implications, and make recommendations. Present Research Proposal in oral and A-V form. Submit written Research Proposal: Chapters 1-3 + Appendices.
Critique of Research Proposal Grambling State University School of Nursing MSN Program Nursing 03 --- Advanced Nursing Research Criteria Value Comments Context of problem clearly delineated 10 Purpose clearly stated Significance to nursing appropriate Theory/model explained well and 10 application to study appropriate Variables correctly identified and defined both theoretically and 10 operationally Assumptions accurate 2. Limitations specified 2. Literature review: relevant, logical organization, comprehensive research studies, synthesis appropriate Design of study appropriate for research study Sample and sampling method appropriate Protection of human subjects comprehensive and concise Data collection procedures and process specified in great detail Data analysis methods accurate for study TOTAL (100 possible) 30
Oral Presentation Evaluation Category Scoring Criteria Possible Points Organization 1 points Content 0 points Presentation 3 points Presentation is appropriate for the topic and audience Information is presented in a logical sequence Appropriately cites references Introduction is attention-getting and establishes the speaker s credibility Medical/scientific terms are appropriate Material is accurate 10 Material is current 10 Class interaction/activities are appropriate 10 Conclusion provides appropriate summary 10 Oral - Maintains good eye contact with the audience Other - Presentation is eye-catching Oral - Uses a good clear voice, easily heard at the back of the room Other - Presentation is easily viewed from a distance Oral - Uses proper posture at all times Other - Presentation is artistically pleasing without being distracting Oral - Uses good language skills and pronunciation Other - Uses good writing skills and punctuation Oral - Well prepared visual aid(s) used for support Other - Presentation identifies the author(s) Presentation shows obvious preparation and a practiced delivery Length of presentation is within the assigned time requirement Score Total Points 100 Student Points