1 credit
Spring 2026 Lecture
Original research findings, using a global framework, are analyzed. The effectiveness of communication to implement and evaluate programs designed to promote innovative change in healthcare is critiqued. Communication as a mechanism to develop pathways to ensure accuracy of scientific information transfer, and as a necessary component of policy and major public health events is appraised. Admission to the Nursing PhD program or instructor permission. This is one of the first courses taken by PhD students and may be open to graduate students outside the School of Nursing with permission from the instructor.
Learning Outcomes1Demonstrate knowledge of how scientific findings are disseminated.
2Demonstrate ability to prepare materials for a scholarly presentation.
3Develop knowledge in the steps in preparing and publishing manuscripts.
4Critique how and when scientific knowledge is transferred.
5Describe how communication of scholarly activities impacts society and health.
6Knowledge of ethical and transparent communication practices.
7Critique literature relevant to weekly topics and personal research interests.
Restrictions
made by Purdue students.