Sustaining a Concept-Based Curriculum: Beyond the Launch. Issue 1 (January 2022)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Solheim, Karen; Mittelstadt, Karen; Muehrer, Rebecca; Pinekenstein, Barbara; Willis, Danny
• Is Part Of: Nurse educator. Volume 47:Issue 1(2022)
• Publication Date: 2022-01
• Subjects: concept-based curriculum -- curriculum -- nursing education -- sustainability; Nursing -- Study and teaching -- Periodicals; 610.73
• DOI: 10.1097/NNE.0000000000001016
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 0363-3624

Abstract

Abstract : Background: Many schools of nursing are transitioning to a concept-based curriculum (CBC) to better prepare students to practice across complex practice settings. Problem: Current literature focused on transitioning to a CBC lacks discussion on how to sustain a CBC once it is implemented. Approach: In this article, the authors emphasize the importance of intentionally sustaining a dynamic CBC and provide strategies to accomplish this aspect of the curriculum trajectory. Conclusion: The authors recommend a multipronged approach to sustainability that takes into account the dynamic nature of curricular change, implementation, and evaluation. Strategies are centered around themes of promoting effective use of a dynamic curricular model, stakeholder engagement, and leadership.