Homework: Theory Development- Phenomenon of Caring
Length: 15 to 20 slides.
Goal: To develop a nursing theory that addresses a phenomenon in the workplace
Objectives: Students will demonstrate knowledge and competencies required for theory development. By meeting the following criteria for this theory development homework. Students will:
o Read chapters 4 & 5 of course text ("Nursing Theorists and Their Work" as well as attached powerpoint describing chapter 4 "theory development chapter 4 overview)
o Identify workplace, role and identify and define two concept(s), describe phenomena as abstract or concrete
Concepts & definitions
o Identify and define the concepts theoretically (establish meaning)
o Identify and define the concepts operationally (use measurable terms)
Relational statements
o Develop theoretical and operational relational statements or propositions to build a theory
o Theoretical statements (relate concepts to one another; permit analysis)
o Operational statements (relate concepts to measurements)
Linkages & Ordering provides rationale for the stated connections
o Build relationships with linkages between related concepts
o Develop theoretical linkages
o Develop operational linkages
Format your homework according to the following formatting requirements:
o The answer should be typed, using Times New Roman font (size 12), double spaced, with one-inch margins on all sides.
o The response also includes a cover page containing the title of the homework, the student's name, the course title, and the date. The cover page is not included in the required page length.
o Also include a reference page. The Citations and references must follow APA format. The reference page is not included in the required page length.