Overview
Doctoral candidates in nursing face a range of confusing choices. Choosing the best program that meets your particular criteria can be a harrowing experience. Now, you can learn from the mistakes and successes of the diverse range of doctoral students and educators in PhD, EdD, and DNS programs. In their own words, they reveal the pitfalls and pratfalls they have faced and overcome, looking at how economic difficulties, family responsibilities, and long hours have affected their education. Essential for anyone considering pursuing a doctoral degree in nursing.
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Foreword
Chapter One. On The History of Doctoral Education
* Introduction
* The Early Beginning of Doctoral Education
* The Beginning of Doctoral Preparation for Nurses
* Current Status of Doctoral Education in Nursing
* A Chronological Look at the Annual Forums on Doctoral Education in Nursing
* Conference Highlights
* Summary
Chapter Two. On Program Choice
* Introduction
* Doctorates in Nursing: An Overview of the Literature
* Doctor of Education in Nursing (EdD)
* Doctor of Nursing Science (DNS)
* Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
* Nurse Doctorate (ND)
* Student Perceptions Regarding Program Type
* Nurse Doctorate Connections
* Research Preparation
* Role Preparation
* Personal and Professional Growth
* Support
* Summary
Chapter Three. On Curriculum
* Introduction
* Research Focus: The Quantitative/Qualitative Debate
* Preparation for What? Practice, Education, Administration, Research
* Interdisciplinary Course Work
* Developing Writing Skills
* Critical Thinking Skills
* Summary
Chapter Four. On Mentoring
* Introduction
* What is Mentoring?
* Qualities of Good Mentors
* Qualities of Good Mentees
* What are Bad Mentors? Too Little or Too Much
* Benefits in the Mentoring Relationship
* Barriers in the Mentoring Relationship
* Doctoral Education and Mentoring: An Essential Relationship
* Weaning
* Summary
Chapter Five. On Networking
* Introduction
* The Concept of Networking
* Parallel Play
* The Comfort Zone
* Personal
* Professional
* Expressions of Negativity
* Nurses Need Nurses
* Take Care of Our Young
* Summary
Chapter Six. On Research
* Introduction
* The Dissertation Process
* Comprehensive Examinations
* Candidacy
* Dissertation Committee
* Dissertation
* Selecting an Area of Study
* Research Assistants
* Post-Doctoral Work
* Doctoral Dissertations: Topics
* Summary
Chapter Seven. On Commitments
* Introduction
* Commitment: True Meaning
* Expressions of Commitment
* Altruism
* Devotion
* Dedication
* Caring
* Trust
* Loyalty
* Summary
Chapter Eight. On Jumping Hurdles
* Introduction
* Juggle Juggle, In Too Deep?
* Maximizing Performance
* Fit: What Program Best Suits Your Needs?
* Academic Rigor
* Measurement and Evaluation
* Grade Point Average
* Quality Indicators
* Teaching Excellence
* Faculty Research
* Dissertation Support
* Access
* Personal Crises and Doctoral Education
* Summary
Chapter Nine. On Growing
* Introduction
* Personal Growth
* Professional Growth
* Summary
Appendix A. A Chronological Look At Selected Doctoral Dissertations, 1990 - 1994
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Dona Rinaldi Carpenter, EdD, RN, CS-University of Scranton, Scranton, Pennsylvania
Sharon Hudacek, EdD, RN, CS
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