Title of Paper (include both theorist names) (Introduction paragraph(s))

Title of Paper (include both theorist names)

(Introduction paragraph(s))

Remember you are starting with an attention getting topic sentence, then providing a little foundation information, then preview the content for the reader / provide guidance to the reader what they will read

 

X Theory Overview

Summary of Theory, brief discussion of theorist (not a biography), evolution of the theory itself

 

Theory Details

-conceptual level (mid range, model etc) – brief identification of what that means

– Describe in detail the content and concepts of the theory – also how it is applied

Metaparadigms

-Define metaparadigms (don’t copy verbatim from text)

– Identify the metaparadigms as they relate to your theory )person, environment, health and nursing (describe if these are defined or implied)

Analysis of Theory

-What areas is the topic concerned with ? etc caring, adjustment … etc

– Does the theory generate areas for future research?

-Evaluate if the theory is clear, simple and generalizable?

-Does it contribute to nursing knowledge?

-Is the theory still current and relevant?

-Is it significant and will it make a difference in what areas of nursing?

 

Y NonNursing Theory Overview

Summary of Theory, brief discussion of theorist (not a biography), evolution of the theory itself

 

Theory Details

-conceptual level (mid range, model etc) – brief identification of what that means

– Describe in detail the content and concepts of the theory – also how it is applied

Analysis of Theory

-What areas is the topic concerned with ? etc caring, adjustment … etc

– Does the theory generate areas for future research?

-Evaluate if the theory is clear, simple and generalizable?

-Does it contribute to nursing knowledge?

-Is the theory still current and relevant?

-Is it significant and will it make a difference in what areas of nursing?

 

Comparison of Theories

Compare/Contrast

Compare and contrast the similarities and difference of each theory

Application of Theory

–Create a scenario and demonstrate the application of each theory to the SAME scenario

 

Conclusion

Wrap up the content for the reader (similar to the introduction in reverse)