Journal of Professional Nursing
Volume 23, Issue 4 , Pages 214-219 , July 2007

Evaluating the Impact of Problem-Based Learning on Learning Styles of Master's Students in Nursing Administration

  • Constance M. Baker, EdD, RN, MA

      Affiliations

    • Professor of Nursing and Coordinator, International Health Initiatives, Office of International Affairs, School of Nursing, Indiana University, Indianapolis, IN
    • Corresponding Author InformationAddress correspondence to Dr. Baker: 649 East 9th Street, Indiana University, Indianapolis, IN 46202-3462.
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  • Daniel J. Pesut, PhD, RN, FAAN

      Affiliations

    • Professor of Nursing and Associate Dean, Graduate Programs, School of Nursing, Indiana University, Indianapolis, IN
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  • Anna M. McDaniel, DNS, RN, FAAN

      Affiliations

    • Associate Professor of Nursing and Director, Health Informatics, School of Informatics, School of Nursing, Indiana University, Indianapolis, IN
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  • Mary L. Fisher, PhD, RN, CNAA

      Affiliations

    • Professor of Nursing and Chair, Environments for Health, School of Nursing, Indiana University, Indianapolis, IN

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doi: 10.1016/j.profnurs.2007.01.018

Journal of Professional Nursing
Volume 23, Issue 4 , Pages 214-219 , July 2007

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