A prescriptive moral guidance approach to teaching nursing ethics is unacceptable. Students should be introduced to philosophical methods to learn autonomous analysis and decision making. Case-study material based on personal experiences enhances the integration of ethical reasoning and clinical practice. (SK)

In a nursing program, 28 students participating in group service-learning projects were compared to 16 who did other group work. Surveys, focus groups, and feedback from community partners showed that service learning contributed to group collaboration and the development of research skills. (SK)

Of 184 nurse educators surveyed, 50% reported that students performed well on 21 of 60 computer literacy skills. Only 3 of 60 were being integrated into teaching practice. Faculty competence in performing these skills was correlated with their integration into teaching. (SK)

Reports on a study of nursing education at the University of Southern Queensland (Australia) that sought to integrate-computer mediated communication, collaborative learning, and reflection on critical incidences to make the most of learning opportunities confronted by learners and practitioners in situ. Discusses learning and instructional…

A survey of 71 nursing students in a Web-based course found that the format increased collaborative learning and improved computer skills. Graduate students were more confident that the course helped them understand concepts and ideas. Access, time, and computer skills were the largest barriers to learning. (SK)

Brigham Young University's nursing curriculum was revised to reflect the community-driven nature of primary health care. Curricular threads of inquiry, practice, stewardship, spirituality, and service are the framework for integrating community health nursing practice. (SK)

Kent State University nursing faculty established a peer-review process through a task-force approach. Classroom and clinical observations and teaching circles were the most effective methods. Program success was attributed to its voluntary nature, its reflection of organizational culture, and administrative support. (SK)

Computer-assisted learning can be an effective medium for undergraduate nursing education, especially through the use of graphics and self-assessment exercises. It also has benefits for patient care and education. (SK)

A study of the conflict-handling strategies of 27 nurse educators/administrators involved in curriculum change showed they primarily used compromising and avoiding, rejected competing, and used integrating strategies for only two issues. The strategies identified in traditional management literature may not adequately explain women's…

Describes the involvement of the University of Oklahoma College of Nursing as a case-management provider to a state program of home and community care for frail elderly. Discusses how faculty and student involvement integrates teaching, service, and research. (SK)

Describes theory-driven evaluation and illustrates the application of a conceptual framework for nursing program evaluation. For each evaluation type, lists recommended actions and corresponding National League for Nursing accreditation criteria. (SK)

Describes the development and testing of a clinical evaluation tool for a community health nursing course for registered nurses through review of the literature and focus groups with community health nurses and faculty. The article contains 22 references and an abbreviated form of the evaluation tool. (Author/JOW)

Describes an innovative clinical teaching experiment that blends traditional teaching models into a paradigm that reflects a synergistic partnership between nursing education and service. Includes a discussion of cost benefit issues based on the experiment described. (JOW)

Emphasis courses are a sequence of courses focused on specific types of clinical nursing; they include a seminar and practicum. Nursing students develop in-depth clinical knowledge and skills, and practicum employers can observe and evaluate students as potential employees. (SK)

A training institute to prepare nurses to serve as preceptors of undergraduate clinical experience was evaluated by focus groups of 6 preceptors, 13 students, and 2 nurse managers. Formal preceptorship training enhanced student learning and promoted positive relationships between nurse educators and practitioners. (SK)