Utilizing Unfolding Case Studies in Lecture to Improve Critical Thinking and Knowledge Synthesis
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Mercy Mumba, PhD, RN, CMSRN, Capstone College of Nursing, University of Alabama Capstone College of Nursing, Tuscaloosa, Alabama, USA
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Abstract
The purpose of this presentation is to discuss the innovative ways to utilize unfolding case studies in nursing education to improve students' critical thinking and knowledge synthesis in a Fundamentals of Professional Nursing course.
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30th International Nursing Research Congress: Theory-to-Practice: Catalyzing Collaborations to Connect Globally. Held 25-29 July 2019 in Calgary, Alberta, Canada.
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2019-07-10T19:02:31Z
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| Type | Presentation |
| Acquisition | Proxy-submission |
| Review Type | Abstract Review Only: Reviewed by Event Host |
| Format | Text-based Document |
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| Evidence Level | N/A |
| Research Approach | N/A |
| Keywords | Innovations in Education; Nursing; Unfolding Case Studies |
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| Name | 30th International Nursing Research Congress |
| Host | Sigma Theta Tau International |
| Location | Calgary, Alberta, Canada |
| Date | 2019 |
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