This episode of the NLN Nursing EDge Unscripted Saga track is part three of four exploring the evolution of nursing curriculum. It delves into the development of nursing curriculum standards from the early 20th century, highlighting the contributions of early nurse leaders like Lillian Wald and S. Lillian Clayton, who advocated for the inclusion of community health and mental health training in nursing education. The discussion covers the establishment of national curriculum standards by the National League of Nursing Education (NLNE) and the shift towards more flexible curriculum guidelines in 1937. The transformative impact of these changes on nursing education and the importance of balancing theory and practice are emphasized.

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