NURS FPX 6111 Assessment 4 Program Effectiveness Presentation NURS-FPX 6111 Assessment and Evaluation in Nursing Education ​​​​​​​Program Effectiveness Presentation

Purpose

The primary purpose of this presentation is to illuminate the effectiveness of the BSN program and direct significant improvements for the nursing program to incorporate the designed course seamlessly. This evaluation is fundamental before incorporating a new course to ensure ongoing improvement. Assessing program effectiveness helps recognize strengths and weaknesses, ensuring the designed curriculum aligns with evolving healthcare needs and standards. This process assists in improving student outcomes, upholding accreditation requirements, and modifying the curriculum on emerging nursing practice trends (Balmer et al., 2020). Eventually, this systematic evaluation ensures that any new course introduced is informed by data-driven decision-making, fostering a self-motivated and receptive educational environment for aspiring nurses. 

The presentation flow is as follows:

1. We will discuss some philosophical approaches to the evaluation and evaluate the evidence used for explanation.
2. Present the program evaluation process steps and discuss the limitations interlinked with these steps. 
3. Articulate an evaluation framework/design for program evaluation and elaborate on the limitations associated with the framework/design. 
4. Describe the use of data analysis to promote the ongoing program evaluation process, followed by discussing the knowledge gaps and uncertainties where further information is essential. 

Philosophical Approaches to Evaluation

Educational philosophy presents several approaches that can be used to evaluate a program’s effectiveness. These approaches include pragmatism and constructivism. Pragmatism focuses on practical consequences and real-world application of the educational curriculum (Newton et al., 2020). In the context of BSN program evaluation, a pragmatic approach involves evaluating the program’s effectiveness according to its real-world implications on nursing students, faculty, and patient care outcomes. It stresses the need to apply theoretical knowledge in clinical settings practically. This approach helps educators evaluate their program outcomes and curriculum, ensuring they align with the needs of the dynamic healthcare landscape.

Additionally, the constructivist approach emphasizes the importance of active learning and reflective thinking (Abualhaija, 2019). A constructive approach revolves around assessing the program outcomes and curriculum, ensuring that it engages students’ participation, promotes critical thinking, and constructs their knowledge. This approach recognizes that effective nursing education goes beyond rote memorization. It cultivates a deeper understanding of theoretical concepts and the ability to apply knowledge in diverse clinical scenarios. 

Evaluation of the Evidence 

The explanation is grounded in an evidence-based approach using scholarly literature that underscores the importance of pragmatism and constructivism approaches. The articles utilized are credible based on their currency, relevance, and accuracy in describing the research topic. While the specific evidence related to BSN programs might vary, the outlined philosophical approaches within these articles reflect well-established principles in education and nursing that contribute to effective program evaluation and development. Thus, the evidence helps us understand and integrate the philosophical approaches into our program evaluation process. 

Program Evaluation Process

Further in our presentation, we will delve into the steps of the program evaluation process. Program evaluation requires a systematic approach to guarantee a structured and organized data collection process, ensuring comprehensive analysis and informed decision-making. These steps enhance the credibility of the evaluation and facilitate meaningful improvements in educational programs. The steps are as follows: 

• Purpose and Scope: The first step is to articulate the goals and objectives of the program evaluation. It involves establishing the capacity and identifying specific aspects that will be evaluated, such as curriculum, faculty effectiveness, program outcomes, and student learning objectives (Allen et al., 2022).
• Stakeholders Collaboration: The next step is to engage critical institutional stakeholders, including nursing educators, faculty, students, and accrediting bodies. This stakeholders’ collaboration is essential to include diverse perspectives and comprehensive insights into program evaluation, ensuring holistic improvements.
• Evaluation Indicators: Defining measurable indicators is an essential step in the process. It involves the development of evaluation criteria aligned wi