Document Type
Article
Publication/Presentation Date
6-22-2021
Journal Title
Teaching and Learning in Nursing
Volume
16
Issue
3
Source Publication
Teaching and Learning in Nursing
First Page
265
Last Page
268
DOI
10.1016/j.teln.2021.01.007
Abstract
Nursing program accreditation often has limited faculty engagement. This quality improvement project, implemented at a private university in the Midwestern United States, utilized innovative solutions including accreditation program champions and a learning management system to enhance faculty engagement in the accreditation process. Accreditation encompassed seven programs at three program degree levels: undergraduate, masters and doctorate. A survey measured overall engagement as well as the usefulness of accreditation program champions and the learning management system to improve engagement. Results showed increased faculty knowledge, professional development, and motivation in the accreditation process. Increased engagement not only accomplishes the work more efficiently, but also improves faculty knowledge of the process and preparation for the accreditation site visit.
Recommended Citation
Koschmann, Kara, "Innovation and accreditation: A quality improvement process" (2021). Nursing Faculty Scholarship. 88.
https://sophia.stkate.edu/nursing_fac/88