Module 2: Facing Excuses: Why We Don't Write for a Nursing Journal

In this module learners will

Why Publish? (4:59 min)

Have You Had the Chance to Publish? (1:49 min)

Advice For First-Time Authors (2:30 min)

Please download the Activity Log Workbook and Reflection Assignments if you haven't done so already.

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?

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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.