INTERCOLLEGIATE CONSORTIUM FOR A MASTER OF SCIENCE IN NURSING

Course Title: Designs and Methods of Nursing Research Course Number: Nursing 502/602 Credit Hours: 3 Semester Hours Placement: Core Curriculum/graduate level Prerequisite: N-500/600 Course Faculty: Cynthia A. Logan, RN, PhD BRC, Office 104A Email: clogan@selu.edu Office Hours by appointment/Blackboard Discussion Board times TBA. Catalog Description: Overview presenting the logic, methods, and techniques of scientific research. Emphasis will be placed on design decisions, psychometrics and computerized databases. Students will design a research proposal applicable to nursing. Course Objectives: Upon completion of the course the student will be able to: 1. Justify the logic of theory-practice-research linkages in the advancement of nursing

science. 2. Demonstrate the ability to use the guidelines and federal regulations to protect

human participants throughout the research process. 3. Convert researchable nursing problems into scientific hypotheses or research

questions. 4. Make descriptive, experimental, or qualitative design decisions regarding the

investigation of nursing problems. 5. Develop and apply selected probability and non-probability sampling methods. 6. Critically select measurement instruments based on psychometric indexes of

reliability and validity. 7. Apply and interpret selected descriptive, parametric, and non-parametric statistics. 8. Implement coding and filing procedures for the storage, retrieval, analysis and

presentation of data with computerized statistical programs. 9. Write a scholarly research proposal for the investigation of a nursing problem. Rev. 08/03/ Revised 12/03 EMW/DMG Revised 6/16/04 EMW

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Required Textbook: Polit, D.F., & Beck, C. (latest year). Nursing research: Methods and principles Philadelphia: J. B. Lippincott Co. American Psychological Association. (2001). Publication Manual of the American

Psychological Association. (5th ed.). Washington, DC: American Psychological Association.

Recommended Textbooks: Norwood, S.L. (2000). Research Strategies for advanced practice nurses. Upper Saddle

River, NJ:Prentice-Hall. Suggested helpful materials: Frank-Stromborg, M. & Olsen, R. (1997). Instruments for Clinical Health-Care Research.

Jones & Bartlett Publishers. Garrard, J. (1999). Health sciences Literature review made easy: The matrix method.

Gaithersburg, MD:Aspen. Green, Samuel & Salkind, Neil. (2003). Using SPSS for Windows and MacIntosh: Analyzing and Understanding Data (3rd Ed.). New Jersey: Prentice Hall. Munro, B. H. (Latest ed.). Statistical methods for health care research (3rd ed)..

Philadelphia, PA: Lippincott. Teaching-Learning Strategies: Blackboard, Seminar, Lecture-discussion, Web-based computer Assisted tutorials, Videotaping, Group work, Reading assignments, Peer reviews, Individual and group presentation, Faculty consultation

Class Attendance:

Regular attendance is requested. Deadline for Withdrawal from Course: See appropriate ICMSN University catalogues for last day to drop or resign from the course with or without a grade penalty.

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Evaluation: Percentage Points Critique (Qualitative or Quantitative) 15 % 100 Research Proposal 60% 300 Chapter l Draft (05% + 15% 20 + 80) Chapter lI Draft (05% + 15% 20 + 80) Chapter III Draft (05% + 15% 20 + 80) Web-based/online assignments 10 % 100 Tutorials Unit Assignments Computer work, etc. Presentation/Peer Review 15 % 100 Total 100% 600points Policies concerning evaluation: 1. No make-ups will be given when individual presentation for assigned

videoconference activity is due. Unless prior approval is obtained, a grade of “0” will be earned. The final course grade will be proportionally determined by the other

grades earned in the course. 2. Late papers will earn 5 points penalty for each day a paper is late, unless prior

approval is obtained from course faculty. 3. Correct APA format is to be used for all papers. Grading Scale of the Consortium: A 93 –100 B 85 - 92 C 77 - 84 D 69 - 76 F 0 68 This course will be conducted 100% via Blackboard via the internet . Reading and Class Schedules are posted on Blackboard on the Course Documents button.

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Unit Objectives: Upon completion of each unit, the student will be able to: Unit I. Overview of Research: Theory-Practice-Research Linkages 1. Relate the significance of research in practice and to theory building in nursing. 2. Discuss the use of conceptual models in Nursing practice and research. 3. Employ a conceptual model in developing a theoretical framework for a research

proposal. 4. Perceive the background of research for knowledge building, understanding, and

predicting. 5. Describe the different types of Research, or why we do what we do 6. Utilize the research critique as a way to ground nursing knowledge 7. Value the research proposal as a process of thinking through a solution Unit II. Problem, Question, Hypothesis 1. Identify sources of researchable problems in Nursing. 2. Formulate a problem statement from an area of interest in Nursing. 3. Implement the activities involved in conducting a computerized database search for reviewing the literature on a problem. 4. Convert problem statements into research questions, and/or hypotheses Unit III. Reviewing Background Materials 1. Use data base search techniques 2. Locate reports of research in the field of interest 3. Critique research reports (use of a critique format) 4. Decide what to include in review of literature 5. Format of review of literature Unit IV Research Design Decisions 1. Classify study designs into descriptive, exploratory, experimental and intervention

research. 2. Compare purposes, advantages, and limitations of the several types of research

designs. 3. Justify selection of a research design for investigating a selected Nursing problem. 4. Formulate design remedies to counter potential threats to the intemal and external

validity of experimental designs. Unit V. Sampling Methodology 1. Classify sampling methods according to probability and nonprobability and

distinguish among the various types. 2. Develop a sampling method that contributes to the external validity of a proposed

study.

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Unit Vl. Data Collection 1. Discuss concepts of reliability and validity of measures and distinguishing among

various types. 2. Demonstrate the ability to locate an existing instrument to measure a selected

variable by using appropriate compendia. 3. Develop a protocol for administrating a measuring instrument in a research study. Unit Vll. Statistical Decisions I

1. Differentiate between purposes and applications of selected descriptive and inferential statistics.

2. Interpret descriptive statistics from graphic presentations in research articles 3. Compare and contrast use and interpretation of t-tests and analyses of variance

(ANOVA). 4. Determine whether parametric or non-parametric statistics are appropriate for

selected studies 5. Explain most frequently used computer terminology. 6. Develop a coding convention for computerized storage and analysis of data 7. Describe the steps usually involved when analyzing research data with computers 8. Follow a procedure for using a statistical program to analyze descriptive research

data. Unit VIII. Written Research Proposal 1. Write a scholarly research proposal employing APA format. 2. Write a consent form that addresses the components of the application for Human

Subjects Review from your university. 3. Develop graphs and tables that correctly and clearly present research data you

hope to find Unit IX. Dissemination of Innovations 1. Develop a research presentation 2. Transmit research ideas to a group of scholars involved in research 3. Interpret research in the light of research practice and educational implications.

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Activity/Assignments *** E-mail or drop box your work as an attachment. Label the Subject Line with YOUR NAME N502/602 and TITLE Assignment 1: Problem, Question, Hypothesis Describe research topics, statement of the problem, identify research variables Submit via e-mail attachment or drop box to course instructor. One page limit. E-mail your work as an attachment. Label Subject Line: NAME N502/602 Exercise 1. Assignment 2. Review of the Literature: Annotated Bibliography A. Using Online computer resources and other sources, locate and submit 10 articles related to your study topic.(APA format, Annotations only)

a. 5 –7 research articles b. 3 background (reviews)

B. Identify and describe a theoretical/conceptual framework that “fits” your study. Assignment 3 Module: Tutorial: Human Participant Protections Education for Research Teams Web/Online Assignment # 3 http://ohsr.od.nih.gov/cbt/nonNIHpeople.html Complete the tutorial on Human Participants Protections Education for Research Teams and email or send via drop box the resulting certificate. Be sure your name is on your submission. Upon completion of this assignment the learner will be able to: 1. Identify key historical events and current issues in research that impact guidelines

and legislation on human participant protection in research. 2. Identify the ethical principles that guide the conduct of research with human

participants. 3. Demonstrate the ability to use the guidelines and federal regulations to protect

human participants throughout the research process. 4. Describe guidelines for the protection of special populations in research. 5. Define informed consent and the components necessary for a valid consent. 6. Describe the role and responsibilities of the IRB in the protection of human

participants. 7. Recognize the roles, responsibilities, and interactions of federal agencies,

institutions, and researchers in conducting research with human participants. 8. Complete an application for submission to the appropriate ICMSN’s Institutional

Review Board (IRB) for a selected research study. Due: Certificate of course completion E-mail copy of certificate of course completion. Label Subject Line: YOUR NAME N502/602 Human Subjects Education Certificate

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Assignment 4. Measurement/Instrumentation. A. Locate, retrieve, and analyze instruments to be used in your research for psychometric analysis B. Write Description of instrument, psychometrics and your critique of the instrument. One page limit. You may go to this site for additional resources: http://www.measurementexperts.org/index.htm Optional Assigment: Sampling Methodology Tutorial This may be substituted for the measurement/Instrumentation assignment. http://trochim.human.cornell.edu/tutorial/mugo/tutorial.htm http://calculators.stat.ucla.edu/powercalc Optional Assignment: Statistical Practice, This assignment may be substituted for the measurement-instrumentation assignment for clinical studies that use a clinical data recording form. Format is on the assignment button in BlackBoard.

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Appendix A Evaluation Criteria for Critical Analysis of a Research Report Critical analysis must be reflected by student in the written report. Select a study that you may use in your research proposal, critique it and complete using the following as your outline. Element I. Critical analysis: 75 Points Each section should be analyzed as to strengths or weaknesses. A Problem Statement - Correctly identifies Purpose/problem Addresses the significance of study to nursing Addresses the adequacy, clarity of problem statement B. Literature Review and Theoretical Framework - Placement within theoretical context Comprehensive with appropriate mix of types of sources Relevant variables identified and defined conceptually Literature current and relates to topic Research background lends substance to the study C. Hypotheses or Research Question(s) - Presence or absence accurately addressed Accurately and logically written Identifies/classifies accurately variables under study Relevant variables identified and operationally defined D. Sample - Selection method identified

Appropriateness of method addressed Representatives addressed (i.e., potential generalizability)

Sample size addressed E. Design

Accurately identified - Appropriateness to purpose addressed Logic for design clear

Internal validity - Threats identified Adequacy of control of threats

External validity Threats identified

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Adequacy of control of threats Evaluation Criteria for Critical Analysis of a Research Report (Continued) F Methods

Data Collection Described Appropriateness addressed Consistency Addressed

Ethical Issues Adequacy of protection of rights of subjects Adequacy of informed consent procedures

Instruments: Addresses Appropriateness and rationale/logic for use

Instrument Reliability Instrument Validity

Analysis Statistics appropriate for level of data Statistics appropriate for type of questions/hypotheses Adequately described Appropriateness of tables/figures addressed Results of analysis clear

G. Conclusions/Implications and Recommendations

Discusses results in the context of purposes, questions/hypotheses theoretical framework

Accuracy of conclusions addressed; Application to clinical practice included in report Generalizations and recommendations are logical Degree to which strengths outweigh weaknesses

II. Overall Clarity, Accuracy, and Logic of Critique 25

Critical analysis is reflected by the student’s analysis of the materials Spelling, grammar, flow of ideas, referencing Follows APA style guide Grammar, punctuation, spelling proofing Neatness, Typed or word-processed and double spaced Logic, coherence and cogency Adheres to one –2 page requirement TOTAL POINTS 100 Comments:

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Evaluation Criteria for Chapter I of a Research Proposal Element Possible

Points I. Introduction: 10 Is succinct, informative, logical, II. Purpose and significance of the research: 10

Is clear and logical III. Theoretical/Conceptual Framework 10 A framework is devised to guide the research From a nursing perspective. Either a theoretical Nursing framework is used or a nursing-focused

Inductive model is devised. IV. Related literature presented 20

A. Succinct, a short summary of the background. B. Closely related to conceptual framework C. Contains research articles where available

or theoretical literature if research unavailable V. Research problem stated 10 A short paragraph relating the current state of the science And the problem the research is expected to treat. VI. Research Questions/Hypothesis(es) 15

A. Research question defined B. Hypotheses, if formulated, are testable

VII. Variables 10

A. Defined Conceptually and B. Operationally

Each variable has a dictionary-like entry that gives the theoretical or conceptual meaning of the variable and a method in operational terms as to how the variable will be measured.

VIII Other elements 05 A. Limitations defined B. Assumptions defined

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Correct grammar, usage, & spelling 10 Total points

Evaluation Criteria for Chapter II of a Research Proposal Element Possible

Points I. Organization of review logical 25 Organization will be guided by the relevance of

concepts or variables to be studied or tested in the research. (i e: the major variables early in the

report and the lesser variables later). II. Related literature reviewed 15

A. Incorporates research related to conceptual framework

B. Comprehensive C. Contains research articles where available or

theoretical literature if research unavailable III. Methodological literature present 25

A. Instruments and authors B. Reliability and validity stated (May use tables) C. Research publications showing use of instruments

IV. Brief critique of each study: 20 A. Weaknesses and strengths B. What each adds to the knowledge base for this study

C. May summarize research studies with similar Weaknessess or findings

V. Critical analysis of literature 10 A. Succinct, informative,

A. Correct grammar, usage, & spelling, VI. Use of A.PA. format through out 05 Total points 100 Remarks:

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Evaluation Criteria for Chapter III of a Research Proposal Element Possible

Points I. Introductory comments 05

Succinct, informative, logical, II. Research question(s) 10

A. Restated B. Hypotheses (if any) restated

III. Research design defined 05 A brief statement of the design of the research For example the type of research, number of Groups, type of analytical methods: For example: “a two group quasi-experimental

comparison of A & B” IV. Population and Sample 20

A. Target population and sample defined a. Accessible population to be sampled

B. Means of obtaining sample V. Setting described 15 Thoroughly describe the setting in which data will Be collected. VI. Instrument(s) 20

B. described C. psychometics discussed D. validity and reliability

VII. Data Analysis 15

A. Techniques specified B. Results proposed.

VIII. References 05

A. Appropriate B. Included for all three chapters

IX. Scholarly Elements 05

A. Correct grammar, usage, & spelling

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B. Use of APA. format through out Total points 100

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Evaluation Criteria for Student Presentations Element Possible Earned Points Points I. Used a computer-based program 15 to deliver content II. Presentation 25

A. Topic is clearly stated B. Problem is correctly describe and defined C. Content presented is realistic D. Content presented is clear and logical

E. All parts of reseach proposal are present III. Implications of topic for nursing research Practice and/or Educations 15 IV. Significance of research to nursing 10 V. Recommendations are well-developed 10 VI. Presentation Abilities 25 Flow of presentation is logical Total Points 100 _____of 100%

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Evaluation Criteria for Optional Conference: Rate the Research Conference by indicating on a scale from 1-5 (1=poor 5=excellent) the extent to which the conference adheres to research format. Podium Presentation Elements I. Used a computer-based program to deliver content 1 2 3 4 5 II. Presentations 1 2 3 4 5

A. Abstract Outline concise and adheres to research format 1 2 3 4 5 Problem is correctly describe and defined 1 2 3 4 5 Framework identified

B. Content presented is accurate 1 2 3 4 5 C. Content presented is clear and logical 1 2 3 4 5 III. Implications for nursing research clearly presented 1 2 3 4 5 IV. Conclusions presented were well thought out 1 2 3 4 5 V. Recommendations were well-developed 1 2 3 4 5 VI. Handouts, or Visuals clear informative, accurate 1 2 3 4 5

Poster Presentation Elements I. Physical Layout

The display attracts viewer’s attention 1 2 3 4 5 Script is easy to read 1 2 3 4 5 Creative use of visual aides to enhance presentation 1 2 3 4 5 Color is used to enhance visual display 1 2 3 4 5 Content presented is clear and easy to understand 1 2 3 4 5

II. Research Format Purpose of the project is clearly stated 1 2 3 4 5 Population and setting are clearly described 1 2 3 4 5 Project methods are clearly and concisely described 1 2 3 4 5 Display is free of unnecessary detail 1 2 3 4 5 Presenter’s responses to viewers’ questions demonstrated 1 2 3 4 5

knowledge of subject matter and project Comments: Provide a one-page narrative summary of your evaluation of the conference.

Provide supporting statements as to the strengths and weaknesses of the conference, i.e., organization, poster and podium presentations. Indicate how the conference enhances your

knowledge of nursing research.

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Intercollegiate Consortium for a Master of Science in Nursing Course Evaluation

Nursing 502/602:Design and Methodology of Nursing Research

INSTRUCTIONS: Please read each of the following statements carefully then on the scantron sheet, mark the number that most accurately reflects the extent to which you agree or disagree with the statement. The first statements are focused on the course learning environment. The second sets of statements relate to achievement of course objectives. Use the following scale to rate your answers. 1 = strongly Disagree 2 = moderately Disagree 3 = neither/nor 4 = moderately agree 5 = strongly agree COURSE LEARNING ENVIRONMENT 1. The required textbook for the course met my needs 1 2 3 4 5 2. The audiovisuals used in the course facilitated learning 1 2 3 4 5 3. Assigned readings were beneficial 1 2 3 4 5 4. Handouts used in the course were beneficial 1 2 3 4 5 5. Course content was appropriate for a graduate-level course 1 2 3 4 5 6. The content in this course builds on content from other courses 1 2 3 4 5 7. The content of course adequately addressed the stated objectives 1 2 3 4 5 8. Teaching methods for the course were effective 1 2 3 4 5 9. Assignments facilitated the learning of course content 1 2 3 4 5 10. My evaluation was carried out in a fair manner 1 2 3 4 5 COURSE OBJECTIVES 11. I can Justify the logic of theory-practice-research linkages 1 2 3 4 5 linkages in the advancement of nursing science. 12. I can convert researchable nursing problems into scientific 1 2 3 4 5 hypotheses or research questions. 13. Make descriptive, experimental, or qualitative design decisions 1 2 3 4 5 regarding the investigation of nursing problems. 14. I can develop and apply selected probability and non-probability 1 2 3 4 5 sampling methods

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15. I can critically select measurement instruments based on 1 2 3 4 5 psychometric indexes of reliability and validity. 16. I can apply and interpret selected descriptive, parametric, 1 2 3 4 5 and non-parametric statistics. 17. I can implement coding and filing procedures for the storage, 1 2 3 4 5 retrieval, analysis and presentation of data with computerized statistical programs 18. I can write a scholarly research proposal for the investigation 1 2 3 4 5 of a nursing problem. EVALUATION OF SPECIFIC ASPECTS OF THE COURSE 20. The critique of a research report was beneficial to my 1 2 3 4 5 achievement of course objectives. 21. The research Proposal was beneficial to my achievement 1 2 3 4 5 of the course objectives. 22. Submission of web-based assignments was beneficial to 1 2 3 4 5 my achievement of course objectives. 23. The Peer Review Panel was beneficial to my achievement```````` 1 2 3 4 5 of the course objectives. 24. I would recommend this course to a colleague. 1 2 3 4 5 EVALUATION OF TECHNOLOGY DELIVERY 25. The distance education format of instruction was effective. 1 2 3 4 5 24. E-mail communication with instructor was effective. 1 2 3 4 5 25. The World Wide Web site was helpful for this course. 1 2 3 4 5 26. The use of technologv was a positive challenge. 1 2 3 4 5 Comments

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STUDENT DEMOGRAPHICS: NAME: ADDRESS: TELEPHONE NUMBER(S): EMAIL WEBPAGE (if any) CLINICAL WORK EXPERIENCE (as RN, student nurse, CNA, other health care setting employment) STATISTICS COURSE TAKEN (Which, When): COMPUTER ACCESS Please Circle

I use computers here on campus but do not have one at home. I have a computer at home, but it does not have current software such as Microsoft Office or WordPerfect I have a computer at home with current software I have a computer at home with current software and internet access

COMPUTER SKILLS RATING: - Please Indicate ___ I am computer illiterate; I never or try never to use the computer for school work. ___ I am a novice at using a computer, but do write my papers on a computer. ___ I am proficient at using a computer to write papers and access my e-mail. ___ I am proficient at using a computer for many types of assignments and projects such as

internet searching, use of library data bases etc. ___ I am proficient with advanced computer programs such as databases, spreadsheets,

statistical packages, presentation programs, etc. ___ I do web page design, computer programming, or design specialize databases Other comments re: my computer use: Learning expectations in this course: Expected grade in this course: Amount of time expected to spend weekly on course outside of class:

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