This course focuses on developing understanding of scientific approach and methods of the research process and critical appraisal of existing nursing and related health literature. The contents will enable nurses to utilize research findings to promote relationship of research to practice, education and administration.
On completion of Course, learners will be able to:
Introduction: Overview, Definition, ways of knowing:
Quantitative Research Design
Methodology:
Populations and Samples. Measurement & Data Collection.
Reliability and validity of the tools and studies Quantitative Analysis
Qualitative Designs: Introduction to:
Unit 7
Critiquing Quantitative Research Critiquing Qualitative Research
Unit 8
Utilizing Nursing Research/Evidence Based Practice.
Unit 9
Proposal writing