Importance of Stakeholder Involvement in Curriculum Development

Stakeholder Involvement in Curriculum Development
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Stakeholder Involvement in Curriculum Development
A stakeholder is an organization, an individual, or a group of entities with a significant stake or interest in a situation or strategic decision (Belita, Carter, & Bryant-Lukosius, 2020). Effective stakeholder involvement is beneficial to faculty, nursing professionals, students, and consumers. For instance, genuine involvement of clients in developing curriculum ensures that the program reflects their views, thus enhancing graduates’ ability to foster the patient-centered care delivery models. Skilled and knowledgeable nursing program graduates play a central role in translating their lived experiences into health care practice environments and quality improvement efforts (Lepre et al., 2021). Involving students in curriculum development results in transformational processes for both teachers and learners. This involvement may significantly reduce bureaucratic interactions between students and faculty to improve the overall learning experience. The involvement of clinical partners is vital since they understand patient complexities and the difficulties nurses encounter within the current healthcare system. These stakeholders play a crucial role in tailoring the curriculum focus to emphasize information acquisition and skills advancement to prepare nurse...