Laying a foundation for evaluating curricular performance: tools of the trade

A proactive and systematic approach to evaluating curriculum success supports the cost-effective use of student and organizational resources by contributing to improved student satisfaction, retention and graduation rates, and high pass rates on the NCLEX®--all measures of program quality. This arti...

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Published in:The Journal of nursing education 2013-12, Vol.52 (12), p.671-679
Main Authors: Davis, Pamela E, Grinnell, Sandra M, Niemer, Louise M
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Academic Achievement
Accreditation
College professors
Committees
Course Descriptions
Curricula
Curriculum
Data collection
Education, Nursing, Baccalaureate
Educational Change
Educational evaluation
Educational Measurement - methods
Humans
Learning
Learning Processes
Licensing examinations
Nursing
Nursing education
Nursing Education Research
Nursing Evaluation Research
Nursing Methodology Research
Outcomes of Education
Quality improvement
Standardized Tests
Students
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Summary:A proactive and systematic approach to evaluating curriculum success supports the cost-effective use of student and organizational resources by contributing to improved student satisfaction, retention and graduation rates, and high pass rates on the NCLEX®--all measures of program quality. This article describes a process and tools for evaluation of baccalaureate prelicensure curricula using HESI™ standardized testing. The approach is both formative and summative and can be easily adapted for use with other standardized testing products. This evaluation method provides a vehicle to demonstrate achievement of program core concepts and role competencies to internal and external stakeholders, licensing agencies, and accrediting bodies. Curriculum committees are able to proactively evaluate rigor and identify opportunities for continuous improvement. The described process represents a key element of a more comprehensive framework for undergraduate nursing program evaluation.
ISSN:0148-4834
1938-2421
DOI:10.3928/01484834-20131118-03