This episode of the NLN Nursing EDge Unscripted Saga track is part four of four exploring the evolution of nursing curriculum. It discusses how early 20th-century nursing leaders advocated for moving nursing education from hospitals to universities, emphasizing the importance of integrating new knowledge, science, and ethics into the curriculum. The episode highlights the significant contributions of leaders like Annie Goodrich and the impact of the Brown Report, which recommended shifting from an apprenticeship model to a planned educational program. The transformative efforts of the National League of Nursing Education (NLNE) in promoting higher education for nurses and embracing new specialties are emphasized. The episode concludes by reflecting on the ongoing need for radical transformation in nursing education to meet the demands of modern clinical practice.

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