KENNESAW STATE UNIVERSITY
GRADUATE COURSE PROPOSAL OR REVISION,
Cover Sheet (10/02/2002)
Course Number/Program Name NURS 7746/W01/Advanced Care Management & Leadership_______
Department Nursing
Degree Title (if applicable) Master of Science in Nursing_________________________________
Proposed Effective Date Spring 2012
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Notes:
If proposed changes to an existing course are substantial (credit hours, title, and description), a new course with a
new number should be proposed.
A new Course Proposal (Sections II, III, IV, V, VII) is required for each new course proposed as part of a new
program. Current catalog information (Section I) is required for each existing course incorporated into the
program.
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KENNESAW STATE UNIVERSITY
GRADUATE COURSE/CONCENTRATION/PROGRAM CHANGE
I.
Current Information (Fill in for changes)
Page Number in Current Catalog
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Course Prefix and Number NURS 7746/W01_____________________
Course Title Research Applications and Outcome Evaluations in Advanced
Practice I
Class Hours
2 ____Laboratory Hours__0____Credit Hours___2___
Prerequisites Admission to MSN Program or permission of the program
coordinator
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Description (or Current Degree Requirements)
This course builds upon the student’s basic knowledge of the research process. It explores
research design, methodology, data analysis, and outcome evaluation for relevant
problems encountered by the advanced practice nurse. Both quantitative and qualitative
methods are examined. Students will critique relevant studies in an area of interest and
develop a proposal related to a topic in their specific area of interest.
II.
Proposed Information (Fill in for changes and new courses)
Course Prefix and Number NURS 7745___________________________
Course Title Theoretical Foundations, Research Applications, & Outcome
Evaluations I
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Class Hours 4 ____Laboratory Hours__0_____CreditHours_4_ ____
Prerequisites
Description (or Proposed Degree Requirements)
This course extends foundational competencies in research methods,
epidemiology, and biostatistics. The focus is on examining research designs,
methodology, data measurement and analysis, the ethics of research, and
outcome evaluation for relevant problems encountered by the advanced practice
nurse. Theories from health care, nursing, and related fields will be analyzed and
critiqued from the perspective of theory development and utilization during
inquiry. Students will analyze relevant scientific studies and begin development of
the scientific proposal process in a particular area relevant to advanced nursing
practice.
III.
Justification
These changes provide a better match of current knowledge, educational standards, and practice
for advanced nursing as well as current trends in general professional practice in health care. The
course description and the title change also reflect the addition of the theoretical foundations and
concepts related to advanced practice nursing to the course. Nursing 7725 Healthcare Theory is
integrated into the old Nursing 7746 so the course is now a 4 credit course and allows a more
appropriate course load for the student. In addition, the integration of the two courses allows the
student to better implement the course objectives and for faculty to evaluate student learning
outcomes. Faculty and student input from previous semesters have suggested these changes.
IV.
Additional Information (for New Courses only) refer to attached course syllabus
Instructor:
Text:
Prerequisites:
Objectives:
Instructional Method
Method of Evaluation
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V.
Resources and Funding Required (New Courses only)
Resource
Amount
Faculty
Other Personnel
Equipment
Supplies
Travel
New Books
New Journals
Other (Specify)
TOTAL
Funding Required Beyond
Normal Departmental Growth
VI. COURSE MASTER FORM
This form will be completed by the requesting department and will be sent to the Office of the
Registrar once the course has been approved by the Office of the President.
The form is required for all new courses.
DISCIPLINE
COURSE NUMBER
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Grades Allowed (Regular or S/U)
If course used to satisfy CPC, what areas?
Learning Support Programs courses which are
required as prerequisites
NURSING
NURS 7746
Theory & Research Appl. I
4-0-4
Spring 20112
Regular
None
APPROVED:
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Vice President for Academic Affairs or Designee __
VII Attach Syllabus
KENNESAW
TATE UNIVERSITY
WellStar College of Health and Human Services
WellStar School of Nursing – Graduate Degree Nursing Programs
Advanced Care Management & Leadership
NURSING 7746/W01
Theoretical Foundations, Research Applications,
& Outcome Evaluations I
Kathie Aduddell, EdD, MSN, BSN, RN
Associate Professor, WellStar School of Nursing
WellStar College of Health and Human Services
COURSE SYLLABUS
SPRING 2012
KENNESAW STATE UNIVERSITY
WellStar College of Health and Human Services
WellStar School of Nursing-Graduate Degree Nursing Programs
Advanced Care Management & Leadership – Spring 2012
Course Number/
Title:
NURS 7745 – Theoretical Foundations, Research Applications, &
Outcome Evaluation I
Prerequisite/Co-requisites: Admission to MSN Program
Course Credits:
4 Semester Hours (4-0-4)
Times/Location
Course is conducted online via Georgia View Vista
Course Description:
This course extends foundational competencies in research methods,
epidemiology, and biostatistics. The focus is on examining research designs, methodology, data
measurement and analysis, the ethics of research, and outcome evaluation for relevant problems
encountered by the advanced practice nurse. Theories from health care, nursing, and related fields will
be analyzed and critiqued from the perspective of theory development and utilization during inquiry.
Students will analyze relevant scientific studies and begin development of the scientific proposal process
in a particular area relevant to advanced nursing practice.
Faculty:
Kathie Aduddell, EdD, MSN, BSN, RN
Associate Professor of Nursing
WellStar College of Health & Human Services
Office Hours & Room: By Appointment, Room 3003
Telephone: 770-423-6939; Email: kaduddel@kennesaw.edu
Nicole Mareno, PhD, RN
Assistant Professor of Nursing
WellStar College of Health and Human Services
Office Hours & Room: By appointment only, 3126
Telephone: 678-797-2027; Email: nmareno@kennesaw.edu
Required Textbooks:
American Psychological Association. (2010). Publication Manual of the American Psychological
Association. (6th ed.). Washington, DC: APA.
Polit, D. F. & Beck, C. T. (2008). Nursing research: Generating and assessing evidence for nursing
practice. (8th ed.). Philadelphia, PA: Lippincott, Williams & Wilkings.
McEwen, M., & Wills, E. (2010). Theoretical basis for nursing. (3nd ed.). Philadelphia, PA: Lippincott
Williams & Wilkins.
Course Objectives/Outcomes: Upon successful completion of this course, the student should be able
to:
1.
Examine the philosophical and historical perspectives of the research and theoretical framework
for advanced practice nursing.
2.
Analyze the steps and components of the scientific research process.
3.
Integrate multiple theoretical perspectives in the understanding of nursing phenomena.
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4.
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6.
Differentiate between various types of scientific processes utilized in nursing such as quantitative
research, qualitative research, outcome evaluation, and epidemiology.
Critique relevant scientific studies using identified process for scientific merit and contribution to
nursing theory and practice.
Construct a specific proposal appropriate to the role of the advanced practice nurse and specific
to a selected theoretical framework and methodology.
Methods of Instruction: Included, but are not limited to, online small group activities, discussion
activities, and PowerPoint presentations. All methods will be conducted in online environment.
Methods of Evaluation/Grading Criteria: The requirements of this course will be met through online
participation and assignments, the writing of a scholarly paper, and the presentation of a specific role
issue. Course grades will be assigned based on the following allocation:
Assignment
Three Exams
Formulate a
philosophical position
on the nature of
advanced practice
nursing in a 2 page
scholarly paper
Appropriate Proposal
related to methodology
and research question on
Issue Related to
Advanced Practice
Nursing – Use APA
Format – 6th Edition
IRB Certification –
Students Required to
obtain IRB Certification
in preparing for
conducting research on
human subjects
Total percentage
Due Date
I – February 10, 2012
II – March 16, 2012
III – April 13, 2012
Submit all assignment via online
by 5 PM on due date.
Due March 30, 2012
Submit paper vial online by 5 PM
on due date
Percentage of final grade
Each assignment - 15% x 3 =
45%
April 27, 2012
Submit paper via online by
5 PM on due date.
30%
Submit copy of certification via
online by 5PM on due date
10%
15%
100%
GRADING SCALE: 100-90 = A; 89-80 = B; 79-70 = C; 69-60 = D; <60 = F
PLEASE NOTE: Students Must Obtain a Minimum Grade Of 80% to Progress in ACML MSN
Program
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Additional Announcements:

Academic Integrity Statement:
Every KSU student is responsible for upholding the provisions of the Student Code of Conduct,
as published in the Undergraduate and Graduate Catalogs. Section II of the Student Code of
Conduct addresses the University’s policy on academic honesty, including provisions regarding
plagiarism and cheating, unauthorized access to University materials, misrepresentation and/or
falsification of University records or academic work, malicious removal, retention, or destruction
of library materials, malicious/intentional misuse of computer facilities and/or services, and
misuse of student identification cards. Incidents of alleged academic misconduct will be handled
through the established procedures of the University Judiciary Program, which includes either an
“informal” resolution by a faculty member, resulting in a grade adjustment, or a formal hearing
procedure, which may subject a student to the Code of Conduct’s minimum one semester
suspension requirement.
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Preparation for class and active participation in class discussion are expectations. The syllabus
may change. Students are responsible for changes in the course and other announcements in class
and by email. The capacity to receive and check email by transferring and receiving electronic
files on a regular basis is a requirement as well as the ability to use and navigate Georgia View
Vista (online learning resource).
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Please refer to the College of Health and Human Services Student Handbook regarding Policy on
Bloodborne Pathogens and Academic Honesty.
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Failure to practice within the Code for Nurses with Interpretive Statements (American Nurses
Association, 2001) will result in failure of the course.

The Policy and Procedure for withdrawing from the University or a particular class are printed in
the KSU Catalog and the KSU Student Handbook.
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Notice to Students with Disabling Conditions – any student who has a documented disabling
condition that may require some special accommodations in order to meet the course
requirements should contact the instructor as soon as possible to discuss arrangements. Students
should present appropriate verification from KSU disabled Student Support Services. No
requirement exists that accommodations be made prior to the completion of this approved
University process. Students may contact Student Services at (770) 423-6443, or visit the
website: www.kennesaw.edu/stu_dev/dsss.
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The last day to withdraw from this course without academic penalty is March 16, 2012.
Guidelines for Specific Course Requirements: Refer to Grading Rubric in Course Resources link
1. Scholarly Scientific Proposal – Students will present a proposal related to a scientific project that the
student will develop during this course and implement in NURS 7747. The proposal will present plans
for a research project/thesis. Additional information is presented in the Course Resources and Module I.
The final proposal should be 15-25 pages in length and must conform to current APA guidelines. At
least 10 current (no more than 3 years old) peer-reviewed research journal references are required in the
literature review section. Please refer to the APA & Student Handbook discussion on plagiarism. The
paper will be graded on organization, use of correct APA format, grammar, style and clarity, relevance
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to research and theoretical frameworks in advanced practice nursing, and accuracy of content and
comprehensiveness. Suggested research topics will be listed on Georgia View Vista to assist student
in selection of topic for paper.
2. Personal Philosophy of Advanced Practice Nursing – Each student will prepare a personal philosophy
of advanced practice nursing in whatever context they anticipate practicing, i.e., educator or
administrator. The philosophy should be approximately 2 typewritten pages in length and address each
of the areas of the nursing metaparadigm: person, environment, health, nursing, and advanced practice
nursing. Information on preparation of a personal philosophy will be posted online. Philosophies will be
evaluated for consistency, integrity, congruence, and fittingness of the concepts. Students should address
how they anticipate their personal nursing practice to be enhanced or changed with a master’s degree.
Students should NOT address how nursing in general is enhanced with advanced education. Speak
specifically to you and your nursing practice!
2. IRB Certification – Students are required to go to the IRB Homepage at KSU (a link is provided in
Course Resources) and complete the IRB Certification process. A copy of this certification must be
submitted to the instructor by the identified due date. This IRB certification will prepare the student to
submit an IRB proposal in future courses and will assist the student in understanding the ethics related to
research and human subjects.
3. Exams - The three online exams will cover specific concepts and principles from the readings, online
activities, and PowerPoint presentations. Additional information can be found in each module as well as
a study guide for the exam. Each student will be responsible to complete the exams without help from
others and must schedule a time with the instructor to “take the test online” before the due dates. The
student will have 60 minutes to complete each exam.
Late Penalty: 10% will be deducted daily for any assignment not turned in by the assigned time
and due date.
Spring 2012 Class Schedule/Topical Outline for NURS 7746/W01
January – Module I: Foundations of Nursing Research & Evidence-Based Practice
Course Overview & Introductions
Philosophy, Science and Nursing: Overview of Nursing Theory
Historical & Current Perspectives of Nursing Research in Advanced Practice Nursing
Linking Theory, Education, and Practice with Research
Overview of the Various Scientific Processes and Their Purposes
Qualitative and Quantitative Research
Translational Research
Integrative Reviews
Evidence-Based Process
Epidemiology
February – Module II: Conceptualizing the Scientific Research Process
Conceptualizing Research Problems, Questions, and Hypotheses
Sources of Problems for Research
Developing and Refining Research Problems and Questions
Components of Hypotheses
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Critiquing Research Problems, Questions and Hypotheses
Finding and Evaluating the Research Literature
Various Approaches to Finding and Evaluating the Literature
Major Components and Steps in Scientific Literature Reviews
Understanding and Searching Electronic Databases
Creating Matrices for Literature Reviews
Developing Theoretical or Conceptual Frameworks for the Research
Theories, Models and Frameworks
Various Theories and Conceptual Frameworks Used by Nurse Researchers
Differences between Testing, Using, or Developing Theories
Theory and Concept Analysis and Evaluation
Critiquing the Frameworks in Research Literature
March - Module III: Designing the Study to Generate Nursing Evidence
Generating Research Ethically
Ethical Principles for Protecting Human Subjects
Procedures for Protecting Study Participants
Institutional Review Board
Qualitative vs. Quantitative Designs
Characteristics of Qualitative Traditions and Designs
Characteristics of Quantitative Traditions and Designs
Research for Specific Purposes
Developing a Sampling Plan
Populations and Samples
Probability and Non probability Sampling
Critiquing the Sampling Plan in Research Literature
April - Module IV: Writing the Proposal to Generate Nursing Evidence
Various types of Proposals to Generate Evidence
Integrative Reviews, EBP Projects, Research Studies, Thesis Development
Critiquing the various types
Planning a Nursing Study
Developing and Implementing Rigorous Research
Six Key Design Features
Organization of Scientific Projects
Writing the Proposal
Functions of the Proposal Process
Funding and Grant Application Process
Tips on Proposal Development
Course Summary and Evaluations
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