Date Approved
1-17-2018
Embargo Period
1-18-2020
Document Type
Dissertation
Degree Name
EdD Educational Leadership (Doctor of Education)
Department
Educational Services and Leadership
College
College of Education
Advisor
Johnson, Ane Turner
Committee Member 1
Kerrigan, Monica Reid
Committee Member 2
Waite, Roberta
Keywords
nursing educators, adjunct faculty, curriculum development
Subject(s)
Faculty, Nursing; Education, Nursing--Methods
Disciplines
Higher Education | Nursing
Abstract
This qualitative case study examines the experiences of adjunct nursing faculty within the curriculum development process at universities granting a bachelor's degree in nursing within the Philadelphia five-county region, and the state of New Jersey. Seven adjunct nursing faculty members participated in this study providing detailed input of their experiences in this process. Five themes were uncovered during analysis including: assembling a critical foundation, value added, incidental collaboration, a seat at the table, and trial by fire. These themes helped to provide a deeper understanding of the opportunities, rewards, and challenges experienced by these adjunct nursing faculty members in the curriculum development process. Recommendations for additional research are provided.
Recommended Citation
Colborn, Laurie Ann, "Understanding the experiences of adjunct nursing faculty in the curriculum development process: a qualitative case study" (2018). Theses and Dissertations. 2508.
https://rdw.rowan.edu/etd/2508
