UNIVERSITY OF FLORIDA
COLLEGE OF NURSING
NUR 4930: SPIRITUALITY AND CREATIVITY IN HEALTHCARE – Section #7286
NGR 6930 SPIRITUALITY AND CREATIVITY IN HEALTHCARE – Section #7287
COURSE SYLLABUS
SPRING 2007
FACULTY OFFICE PHONE OFFICE HOURS
Mary Rockwood Lane, R.N, PhD HPNP 3210 (352)273-6371 Thursday 2-4, 6-7 pm
Adjunct Clinical Associate Professor or by appointment
mlane@health.ufl.edu
Maxine Hinze, RN, PhD HPNP 3230 (352)273-6394 Tuesday 1-3 pm
hinzemm@nursing.ufl.edu or by appointment
COURSE SCHEDULE Time Room Art Studio-
Thursday 4:05-7:05pm HPNP 3203 College of Nursing
3rd Floor Conference Room
COLLEGE OF NURSING
All offices and faculty members on the Gainesville campus may be accessed through the reception desk at (352) 273-6400.
All offices and faculty members on the Jacksonville campus may be accessed through the reception desk at (904) 244-3245.
The most current information regarding class cancellations or changes in room or schedule can also be obtained at the above numbers. The College of Nursing main and urban campuses will be closed on all days so designated by the University of Florida.
COLLEGE POLICIES
All students are responsible for knowing the University of Florida and College of Nursing policies and procedures as outlined in the UF Student Guide, the Graduate Student Handbook, the Undergraduate and Graduate Catalogs, and College of Nursing Student Handbook and on the College of Nursing Web site at , listed in the Current Student section. Students are also required to know the standards of professional behavior as outlined in the American Nurses Association Code of Ethics and the Florida Nurse Practice Act. Copies of these materials are available for review in the College of Nursing in each of the following offices:
Associate Dean for Academic and Student Affairs
Department Chairperson
Jacksonville Campus Director
Copies of materials will be provided upon request to any student without charge. In particular, students are directed to information in the UF Student Guide or Graduate Student Handbook on the Drug-Free Workplace Act, on Sexual Harassment and in the UF Undergraduate Catalog (which applies to all graduate and undergraduate students) regarding Religious Holidays.
Standards of Professional Behavior and Conduct
Students in nursing and other health professions curricula are held to standards of conduct that both differ from and exceed those usually expected of university students. Consequently, nursing students are required to demonstrate clinical competency, including reasonable skill and safe practice and professional behavior, in the care of clients. Students may be removed from clinical experiences at any time in a course for unsafe or unprofessional behavior. Further, students are required to adhere to the standards of acceptable conduct outlined in the American Nurses Association Code of Ethics, and the Florida Nurse Practice Act. Students can be removed from the nursing curriculum and/or any college sponsored programs or organizations based on violation of professional conduct. Breaches of conduct are referred to the Health Science Center Student Conduct Committee and may include expulsion from the program.
UF Honor Code
We, the members of the University of Florida Community, pledge to hold ourselves and our peers to the highest standards of honesty and integrity. On all work submitted for credit by students at the University of Florida, the following pledge is either required or implied: On my honor, I have neither given nor received unauthorized aid in doing this assignment. Academic honesty and integrity are fundamental values that the College of Nursing upholds. Any incident of cheating, plagiarism, bribery, misrepresentation, conspiracy, or fabrication will be handled according to the guidelines of the office of Student Judicial Affairs (). Additionally, any individual who is aware of violations of the Honor code is bound by honor to take corrective action. See College of Nursing Policy on Academic Honesty Guidelines for definitions of cheating, plagiarism, bribery, misrepresentation, conspiracy and fabrication.
Accommodations Due to Disability
Students who wish to obtain individual accommodations due to disability must first register with the University of Florida, Office for Student with Disabilities (392-1261). Each semester, students are responsible for requesting a memorandum from the Office for Students with Disabilities to notify faculty of their requested individual accommodations. Again, students are responsible for requesting and delivering a memorandum to the faculty member in each of their courses where accommodation is requested. This should be done at the start of the semester.
Incomplete Grades
An incomplete grade may be assigned at the discretion of the instructor as an interim grade for a course in which the student has: 1) completed a major portion of the course with a passing grade, 2) been unable to complete course requirements prior to the end of the term because of extenuating circumstances, and 3) obtained agreement from the instructor and arranged for resolution of the incomplete grade. A College of Nursing
Incomplete Grade Requirement form must be filled out and signed by the course instructor and student (See College of Nursing Student Policy Handbook). Instructors assign incomplete grades following consultation with Department Chairs.
Students who are required to attend classroom, clinical, or laboratory sessions in order to make up work in relation to an ‘I’ grade must officially register to audit the course and pay audit fees.
Attendance
Students are expected to be present for all classes, other learning experiences and examinations. Students who have extraordinary circumstances preventing attendance should explain these circumstances to the course instructor prior to the scheduled class or clinical lab, or as soon as possible thereafter. Instructors will then make an effort to accommodate reasonable requests. A grade penalty may be assigned for the late assignments, including tests.
Copyright Materials
All faculty, staff and students of the University are required and expected to obey the laws and legal agreements governing copyrighted materials, including computer software. Failure to do so can lead to monetary damages and/or criminal penalties for the individual violator. Because such violations are also against the University policies and rules, disciplinary action will be taken as appropriate. Quizzes and examinations are the property of the University of Florida.
Electronic Devices/Equipment
All cellular telephones, pagers, beepers, laptop computers, and other electronic devices/equipment are to be silenced during class. Sounds caused by these devices are disruptive to other students and faculty, and prevent full attention from being given to the learning experiences.
Computers/Gatorlink
Students must have access to a computer system that meets current University of Florida requirements. (Refer to policy S-1.4)
Students must establish and use a Gatorlink account.
Instructor Evaluation
Students are responsible for completing teacher evaluations during the last three (3) weeks of scheduled instruction. Evaluations will be conducted in class for all courses except practicum and web-based courses which will be conducted on-line. The instructor will not be present during evaluations.
Evaluation score sheets and written comments are returned to the faculty member who taught the course in the semester following the semester the course was taught. By July 30th each year, the university will make available to the public a summary report containing the results of students evaluations.
EVALUATION
Attendance/Participation 30% of total grade
Service Project and Presentation 25% of total grade
Student Journal 20% of total grade
Reading Integration 10% of total grade
Student Paper 15% of total grade
Grading Scale
A 94-100 C 74-81 *74 is the minimal passing grade
B+ 92-93 D+ 72-73
B 84-91 D 64-71
C+ 82-83 F 63 or below
COURSE REQUIREMENTS:
Each student will:
Your grades are based on:
1. Attendance/Participation
others. This is your Service Project. Reach out to the community as an individual, in pairs or in a group. Instructor approval required. Please do a project that stretches you. You will be presenting this project to the class. Your paper is due on the day of the presentation.
specific in how you will weave this course material into your future jobs, clinicals, etc. Please use APA format. Must include at least 7 sources and three primary sources. Please indicate the future implications of this course in your life.
WEEKLY CLASS SCHEDULE
DATE TOPIC ASSIGNMENTS FACILITATOR
January 11 Introduction Daily Journal Reflections M. Lane Overview of field Spiritual Life History Emi Lenes
Art & Spirituality Spirit Body Healing Ch. 1-3
in Healthcare
Color My World
January 18 Visual Arts & Mary Lisa
Creative Writing Spirit Body HealingCh.4-6 Emi Lenes
Integrating art at bedside
Mandalas
January 25 Relaxation Spirit Body Healing Ch.7-9 M. Lane
Guided imagery & Art Service Project paragraph Lyn Goodwin
Emi Lenes
February 1 Visual Arts Spirit Body Healing Ch. 10-11 Gina Zetlin
Collage Self Portrait Project proposal due M.Lane
Personal myth Emi Lenes
February 8 Dance for life Spirit Body Healing Ch. 12-epilogue Jill Sonke Emi Lenes M. Lane
Make Art with life story
February 15 Creating Sacred Space Sacred Culture Presentations M. Lane
Ceremony Spiritual Practice Emi Lenes
Shaman Healing Ch.1-5
February 22 Physiology and History Shaman Healing Ch. 6-8 Michael Samuels
Spirit animals/ Shamanism M. Lane
Healing creative process Emi Lenes
March 1
Poetry and healing Shaman Healing Ch. 9-11 John Grahm Pole.
Milestones map of life
Being aware of our own mortality
Grace and Grit, Chapter 12&13 Emi Lenes
Tuesdays with Morrie
March 8 Play-back Theater Shaman Healing Ch 12-14 M. Lane
Self Reflective Storytelling Paula Patterson
Emi Lenes
Spring Break
March 22 Moving Healing Energy Creative Healing Handout Cathy Dewitt
With Music M. Lane
Emi Lenes
March 29 Student Presentations . Emi Lenes
M Lane
April 5 Student presentations M Lane.
April 12 Dream Interpretation: Society of Arts in Healthcare conference Pat Korb
Symbolic Free Association Reading Handout –Jeremy Taylor Emi Lenes
& Shameless Projection!
April 19 Student presentations M. Lane
Emi Lenes
April 25 student dinner gathering
Journaling/Writing Choices
Feel free to make art in your journals!!!
You may journal about whatever you like, as long as you are tapping into
an authentic part of yourself …. Be engaged in the process…
these are some ideas … usually 1-2 pages
One due per week
Free associating… It can begin with: “In hindsight, I now know….” Or “I am really grateful for…” Or “Love means…,” etc. See where writing freely will take you! (you can use any beginning word or phrase.
Reflection on being with nature. Have an outdoor adventure and describe it, using all your senses. What it looked like, smelled like, tasted like, sounded like, felt like; use your intuitive sense. Journal about what you notice.
How can meditation/guided imagery get you in touch with your higher self? What helps you feel relaxed?
Where do you want to travel to and how it could further your spiritual development? Discuss your view on adventures.
Describe your personal experience with sacred spaces. What does sacred mean to you? Journal about ceremonies.
What is your current understanding of your life’s purpose? How have you reached this conclusion? Do you feel you are on the right track? What do you have clarity about?
What relaxes you, calms you. How often do you relax? What stresses you out? What do you do to prevent/overcome stress? What makes you feel unbalanced? What makes you feel balanced?
What is your favorite Holy-day (holiday) and how does it relate to your spirituality? Journal about the history of the holiday and your personal experiences with it.
What are some of your most significant morals and beliefs? Delve deep into what is important to you, and give an honest representation of your values.
Describe at least 3 strengths that you have. In addition, write about how these specific strengths have helped you overcome challenges, or grow in your area(s) of development.
Who is your highest self? When have you felt most in touch? How do you honor your inner truth?
What are you passionate about? How are you passions a part of your life? How do your passions affect your relationships?
What you are open-minded about, and what you are close-minded about. Think about a perspective different from yours.
Describe some examples of when you feel most real/genuine? For example…. What makes you feel (un) genuine? What stops you from being who you are?
Describe your personal growth. What are some essential lessons you have learned? How have you matured? What is maturity? How does it reflect spiritual development?
What is the difference between a real and a superficial friendship or experience? Write about a real friendship or experience that has significantly affected you.
Who is your most loving family member or friend? Expound upon ways you have demonstrated love for one another.
How are you working towards goals you have set for yourself? What are small steps and large steps you are taking (be specific)
Describe your relationships and how your spirituality is reflected in them. What makes some relationships more spiritual than others? Explore many different types of relationships that you have. How do social standards affect your views on relationships? (ex. Do people need to get married and have children to be whole?)
What job you would like if you didn’t have to worry about money? How do you envision spending your time when you retire?
What is a pattern that you frequently find yourself stuck in? What are some realistic or specific instances that you could break this pattern and try a different course of action or thinking?
What home improvement you would like to make, how that plan can be put into action and what it is symbolic of in your life. How does your inner world become represented in the outer world you create?
What are your intentions? What are your motivations? What are some affirmations for yourself? What is intention? (How) do your intentions affect your world?
Describe your experiences with synchronicity (meaningful coincidences)
Journal about some highlights from a book or movie that has touch upon your spirituality.
Discuss Love verses Fear and how Spirituality is connected to these topics? What are some significant personal experiences with love and fear
Write about a poem or song that has really resonated with you. Please include the words to the poem in your journal. Explore the experience(s) that it touched upon.
Write about a piece of artwork that was meaningful to you. Explain what it brought up and how it made you feel, what it reminded you of, how it is connected to you.
Grading Rubric for Paper
In each of your written assignments, you will be graded on the following….
Ideas: Demonstrates critical thinking. Easily identifiable, insightful, and relevant ideas.
Support: Uses evidence appropriately, sufficient examples to convince the reader.
Analysis: Analysis is fresh and exciting, posing new ways to think of the material.
Flow: The ideas in the paper flow logically and smoothly, transitions are used when appropriate.
Mechanics: Grammar and spelling mistakes do not impede the reader from understanding the material.
Presentation - Creativity and ingenuity of presentation is encouraged.
If you are taking the class for Graduate Credit:
Graduate Students: Research scholarly articles related to your project on Spirituality, Creativity and Healthcare. Write a 6-8 page paper describing your creative process and project implementation. Be specific in how you will weave this course material into your future jobs, clinicals, etc. Please use APA format and include at least 7 sources. Indicate the future implications of this course in your life.