RN-BSN curriculum development: a dynamic, student-centered approach. 1993

M L Rusin

A student-centered curriculum is possible to design which does not compromise quality. However, the mechanics of creating and operationalizing such a program are a complex matter and require the ongoing support, assistance, and involved commitment of everyone involved under the broad umbrella of curriculum. Given the highly specific learning needs of RRNs, a student-centered curriculum is most easily implemented in an RN only program, where each element of the curriculum can be tailored expressly to match learning style. RRNs describing the attributes of RN only designed programs cite the support of independence that is the hallmark of such programs. For these reasons, RN only programs best address the needs of adult learners.

UI MeSH Term Description Entries
D007858 Learning Relatively permanent change in behavior that is the result of past experience or practice. The concept includes the acquisition of knowledge. Phenomenography
D010687 Philosophy, Nursing The underlying rationale or theoretical basis for the principles of NURSING. Nursing Philosophy,Nursing Philosophies,Philosophies, Nursing
D003479 Curriculum A course of study offered by an educational institution. Curricula,Short-Term Courses,Course, Short-Term,Courses, Short-Term,Short Term Courses,Short-Term Course
D004508 Education, Nursing, Baccalaureate A four-year program in nursing education in a college or university leading to a B.S.N. (Bachelor of Science in Nursing). Graduates are eligible for state examination for licensure as RN (Registered Nurse). External Degree Programs, Nursing,Nursing Education, Baccalaureate,Baccalaureate Nursing Education,Baccalaureate Nursing Educations,Education, Baccalaureate Nursing,Educations, Baccalaureate Nursing,Nursing Educations, Baccalaureate
D004518 Education, Professional, Retraining Educational programs for individuals who have been inactive in their profession, or who wish to regain unused skills. Retraining, Professional,Professional Retraining,Professional Retrainings,Retrainings, Professional
D006801 Humans Members of the species Homo sapiens. Homo sapiens,Man (Taxonomy),Human,Man, Modern,Modern Man
D000328 Adult A person having attained full growth or maturity. Adults are of 19 through 44 years of age. For a person between 19 and 24 years of age, YOUNG ADULT is available. Adults
D013338 Students, Nursing Individuals enrolled in a school of nursing or a formal educational program leading to a degree in nursing. Nurses, Pupil,Pupil Nurses,Nursing Student,Nursing Students,Student, Nursing,Nurse, Pupil,Pupil Nurse

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