Module 2: Facing Excuses: Why We Don't Write for a Nursing Journal
Objectives
In this module learners will
- explain reasons for not writing for a nursing journal; and
- begin to express the confidence to write a manuscript for publication.
Lectures
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Why Publish? (4:59 min)
Have You Had the Chance to Publish? (1:49 min)
Advice For First-Time Authors (2:30 min)
To-Do List
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Refection Assignment
Avoiding Journal Writing: (Page 4)
Think about the different reasons used to avoid journal writing. Write about any that are applicable to you.
Strategies: (Page 5)
After hearing from experienced authors, what strategies can you begin to develop to overcome any fears or roadblocks?
Readings and Resources
Bradley-Springer L. (2008). Why don’t you write? Journal of the Association of Nurses in AIDS Care, 19(5), 331-4.
Dracup, K. & Bryan-Brown, C. (1996). Dispelling the myths of publishing. American Journal of Critical Care, 5(3), 170-172.
Fowler, J. (2010). Writing for professional publication. part 1: Motivation. British Journal of Nursing (BJN), 19(16), 1062
Tonges, M.C. (2000). Publishing as a career development tool: Don’t forget to write. Seminars for Nurse Managers, 8(4), 212-214.