913a. Conceptual Basis for Nursing Science. This course examines the nature of scientific knowledge and the development of the conceptual underpinnings of nursing science. The contribution to nursing science of various approaches to knowledge synthesis and theory development is emphasized. Specific approaches to concept/theory development and analysis are examined. Students are expected to complete a formal analysis of a concept or theory of interest to them. Required for all doctoral students. Three hours per week. R. Whittemore.
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