This is a great discussion . . . then perhaps the best way to list the
dissertations on the wiki is in a chronological order. In the chapter on
research methods . . . the changing evolution of Rogerian research can be
explained.

Does any body have a list of the dissertations (as a file) pre-Rawnsley. Some
are referenced in the 1970 text . . . I'm not sure were else they have been
listed. But there were many between 1979-1977 as well.

Howard


Howard Karl Butcher, RN; PhD, APRN, BC
Associate Professor
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The University of Iowa College of Nursing
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-----Original Message-----
From: Martha_E_Rogers@yahoogroups.com on behalf of Margaret Newman
Sent: Wed 4/2/2008 7:45 PM
To: Martha_E_Rogers@yahoogroups.com
Subject: [Martha_E_Rogers] Characterization of dissertations

Hi, everybody,
I'd like to echo Richard's suggestion that we look at the Rogerian dissertations
as "evolutionary emergents." Going back another decade or two (from Richard's
time), my classmates and I were searching for a way to conduct research in
relation to Martha's conceptual system. As Richard said, there was no
discussion of appropriate methods, and we were being taught the traditional
scientific paradigm. The best we could do was try to come up with parameters of
wholeness, like personal space, movement, and time perception. But, as you well
know, we forced them into the control and predictability of the scientific
approach. (I don't remember the studies of bioelectrical fields very well, but
I imagine they, too, were trying to measure the total field.) Much later, as I
gradually gave up the objectivity and predictability of the traditional methods
and allowed myself to participate in experiential studies, I felt as though I
was beginning to understand the unitary process. It!
has been amazing to me to see how quickly and importantly today's researchers
are able to elaborate on the unitary view via their research.

We've come a long way.

Margaret Newman

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