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Curriculum Planning through Module Design
Hannah L. Hayes
College of Health Professions, Western Governor’s University
C920: Contemporary Curriculum Design and Development in Nursing
Education
Dr. Christen Cotes
September 29, 2024
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Curriculum Planning through Module Design
Introduction
Module design is a multi-step process that requires careful, well-thought-out
planning to ensure optimal student learning. Applying the ADDIE model, considering
learning theories and styles, and utilizing evidence-based resources and active learning
strategies are equally crucial to ensuring that all align with the learning outcomes for the
module, course, and program. When delving into this process, the educator’s
responsibility extends beyond those considerations by factoring in the learners’
preferences, environment, and weekly time allotted to the course. While meeting
outcomes, course content and learning activities should be intellectually stimulating and
engage students in their learning experience. The experience and effectiveness can be
evaluated by students and peers to improve the course further as time passes.
Application of the ADDIE Model to Module Design
Module and Learning Activity Planning
ADDIE Model
The ADDIE model was utilized to guide the design and development of both
modules in the template. This narrative portion will focus on Module Two, “Natural
Disasters and Emergency Preparedness.” This module was created to meet the course
outcomes of a baccalaureate-level community health nursing course in an in-person
setting. It equips students with skills to assess, plan, and respond effectively to public
health threats during natural disasters and recognizes the importance of emergency
planning in advance.
Analysis
Curriculum Planning through Module Design
Hannah L. Hayes
College of Health Professions, Western Governor’s University
C920: Contemporary Curriculum Design and Development in Nursing
Education
Dr. Christen Cotes
September 29, 2024
, 2
Curriculum Planning through Module Design
Introduction
Module design is a multi-step process that requires careful, well-thought-out
planning to ensure optimal student learning. Applying the ADDIE model, considering
learning theories and styles, and utilizing evidence-based resources and active learning
strategies are equally crucial to ensuring that all align with the learning outcomes for the
module, course, and program. When delving into this process, the educator’s
responsibility extends beyond those considerations by factoring in the learners’
preferences, environment, and weekly time allotted to the course. While meeting
outcomes, course content and learning activities should be intellectually stimulating and
engage students in their learning experience. The experience and effectiveness can be
evaluated by students and peers to improve the course further as time passes.
Application of the ADDIE Model to Module Design
Module and Learning Activity Planning
ADDIE Model
The ADDIE model was utilized to guide the design and development of both
modules in the template. This narrative portion will focus on Module Two, “Natural
Disasters and Emergency Preparedness.” This module was created to meet the course
outcomes of a baccalaureate-level community health nursing course in an in-person
setting. It equips students with skills to assess, plan, and respond effectively to public
health threats during natural disasters and recognizes the importance of emergency
planning in advance.
Analysis
