Theory, Practice, and Research

Analyze Benner’s novice to expert theory. Your analysis should include the following:

• Description of the theory’s background and influencing factors, including worldview
• Explanation of the underlying assumptions
• Evaluation of major strengths and weaknesses
• Application strategies for clinical practice
• Citation of case example from personal or professional life that describe the application in practice

Cite a minimum of three sources in-text and include a page or slide with APA-formatted references, depending on how you format your assignment.

Format your assignment as one of the following:

• 15- to 20-slide presentation with detailed speaker notes, provide a Word document with the speaker’s notes for submission to the plagiarism tool.
• 1,050- to 1225-word paper

Remember: Title slide/page and reference list/slide do not count toward slide or word count requirement.