Course Description
Advanced analysis and evaluation of domestic and international regulation, financing, and delivery of health care; ethical issues and stakeholders that influence policy; evaluation of policies for selected populations. Prerequisite: NUR 782 or permission of instructor.
Syllabus
Student Learning Outcomes, Goals, Objectives:
Students successfully completing this course will be able to:
- Analyze the roles of domestic and international stakeholders in policy development, implementation, regulation, and evaluation.
- Analyze a health policy from socioeconomic, political, ethical, cultural, legal, technological, and historical perspectives.
- Evaluate ethical issues, priorities, and guidelines relevant to selected populations, health issue or delivery setting.
- Evaluate major issues and policies of domestic and international health.
- Evaluate the impact of health services research and policy on science.
Course Grading Information:
| Activity/Performance Measure | Percentage/Points |
|---|---|
| Case Study Analysis Papers (2) | 30% |
| Impact of Research on Policy Paper | 30% |
| Policy Brief Paper | 30% |
| Policy Brief Presentation | 10% |
Grading Scale
| Percentage | Letter Grade |
|---|---|
| 100-93% | A |
| 92-85% | B |
| 84-77% | C |
| 76% or less | F |
Attendance/Participation:
Regular class attendance is a responsibility and a privilege of university education. It is fundamental to the orderly acquisition of knowledge. Students should recognize the advantages of regular class attendance, accept it as a personal responsibility, and apprise themselves of the consequences of poor attendance.
Attendance is a critical component of this course and is factored into your overall grade. Active participation is essential for your learning and success in this class.
Planned Absences: If you know you will be absent, you are required to notify the instructor via email as soon as possible and before the scheduled date of absence.
Extenuating Circumstances: In cases of emergencies or unforeseen circumstances that require your absence, please inform the instructor via email as soon as possible. Include details about the situation and, if appropriate, provide supporting documentation.
Repeated unexcused absences or failure to notify the instructor may negatively impact your grade. Exceptions to this policy will be considered on a case-by-case basis for legitimate and documented reasons.
Your communication and proactive approach regarding attendance are greatly appreciated.
Course Materials Purchased by the Students:
Mason, D.J., Dickson, E., McLemore, M. R. & Perez, G. A. (Eds.). (2021). Policy & Politics in Nursing & Health Care (8th ed.). Elsevier.
Scholarly Perspectives
This course engages diverse scholarly perspectives to develop critical thinking, analysis, and debate and inclusion of a reading does not imply endorsement.