COURSE DETAIL
NURS 725 Synthesis and Emerging Trends in Scientific Inquiry
Credit hours: 3 per Semester
Cluster: Nursing Knowledge Development: Theory, Philosophy and Science, Nursing Knowledge Development: Theory, Philosophy and Science
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Course Level: Doctoral
Course Type: PhD
IPE: No
Course Open to: PhD Students
Institution:Virginia Commonwealth University
Pre-requisites: A doctoral course in theory and models.
Course Description: This course explores emerging trends in different areas of scientific inquiry to help students develop their understanding of the current and evolving research environment. Designed to synthesize the current state of the science and apply it to the student's own area of research. In addition, the student will apply approaches to incorporating emerging trends into an individualized research program and strategic career development.
Method of Instruction: blended
Delivery Platform: Canvas
Campus visits required: 0
Course Contact: Fonda Neal
email: fneal@vcu.edu
Tuition: $865/credit hour
Other considerations: The first day of the course is synchronous. Date TBD This course will help students to further refine an individualized program of research considering emerging frameworks and funding mechanisms in nursing science. Student assignments include reviewing and writing innovation components of grants and exploring alternative funding models. They will also learn techniques in how to effectively communicate their current and future research trajectory. Upon completion of the course, the student will be able to 1. Discuss the current research environment, various emerging trends, and areas of scientific inquiry. 2. Articulate the potential relevance of emerging trends and areas of scientific inquiry for the student’s area of research. 3. Develop a plan for the student’s research trajectory. 4. Synthesize approaches for strategic career development.
Available Seats by Semester for this course:
SUMMER 2019
Section: C01
Instructor: Nancy Jallo, PhD
Seats: 3
Credits: 3 / Semester
Start Date: 05-20-19
End Date: 07-26-19
SUMMER 2020
Section: C01
Instructor: Nancy Jallo
Seats: 3
Credits: 3 / Semester
Start Date: 05-18-20
End Date: 07-25-20
SUMMER 2021
Section: C01
Instructor: Nancy Jallo, PhD
Seats: 3
Credits: 3 / Semester
Start Date: 05-24-21
End Date: 07-30-21
SUMMER 2022
Section: C01
Instructor: Nancy Jallo, PhD
Seats: 3
Credits: 3 / Semester
Start Date: 05-23-22
End Date: 08-01-22