Course Title: Advanced Research Nursing in Healthcare

Course Duration: 14 weeks

Course Overview:
The Advanced Research Nursing in Healthcare course aims to equip fourth-year nursing students
with the skills and knowledge needed to engage in research activities within the healthcare field.
Students will explore research methodologies, ethical considerations, data analysis techniques,
and dissemination strategies. The course will empower students to critically evaluate existing
research, design and conduct studies, and contribute to evidence-based nursing practice.

Course Objectives:
By the end of this course, students will be able to:

Understand the importance of research in advancing nursing practice and improving patient
outcomes.
Differentiate between various research designs, methodologies, and data collection techniques.
Develop research proposals, considering ethical principles and regulatory guidelines.
Analyze and interpret research findings using appropriate statistical methods.
Communicate research findings effectively through written reports and presentations.
Critically appraise published research literature for its relevance and quality.
Collaborate in interdisciplinary research teams to enhance healthcare research.
Apply research knowledge to address real-world healthcare challenges.
Course Outline:

Week 1-2: Introduction to Research Nursing

Importance of research in nursing practice

Differentiating between quantitative and qualitative research
Ethical considerations in nursing research
Research process: From idea to dissemination
Week 3-4: Research Design and Methodology

Exploratory, descriptive, correlational, and experimental research designs

Qualitative research methods (interviews, focus groups, content analysis)
Sampling techniques and sample size determination
Validity and reliability in research
Week 5-6: Data Collection and Management

Surveys, questionnaires, and observational methods

Electronic health records and data extraction
Data coding and entry procedures
Data quality and integrity
Week 7-8: Ethical Considerations in Research

Informed consent and participant protection

Institutional Review Board (IRB) processes
Confidentiality and privacy in research
Addressing cultural and ethical diversity in research
Week 9-10: Data Analysis and Interpretation

Descriptive and inferential statistics

Statistical software for data analysis (SPSS, R, etc.)
Interpreting research findings and drawing conclusions
Reporting results using tables, graphs, and narratives
Week 11-12: Research Proposal Development

Formulating research questions and hypotheses

Literature review and identification of gaps
Research proposal components: Introduction, methodology, budget, timeline
Peer review and feedback on research proposals
Week 13-14: Dissemination and Application of Research

Writing research reports for publication

Conference presentations and poster sessions
Knowledge translation and implementation science
Incorporating research findings into nursing practice
Assessment Methods:

Quizzes and Examinations: Assessing comprehension of research methodologies and concepts.

Research Proposal Assignment: Development of a research proposal, including research
questions, methodology, and ethical considerations.
Data Analysis Project: Analyzing provided research data and presenting findings.
Critical Appraisal of Research: Evaluation of published research articles for methodological
quality and relevance.
Research Presentation: Presenting research findings in a simulated conference setting.
Participation and Engagement: Active participation in discussions, research critiques, and group
activities.