Comparing educational frameworks: unpacking differences between fink's and bloom's taxonomies in nursing education

Background: Modern healthcare's dynamic and complex nature demands that nursing education evolves. Traditional reliance on Bloom's Taxonomy, while effective for cognitive development, falls short of addressing the holistic needs of nursing education. The integration of affective and practical dimensions is crucial, making Fink's Taxonomy of Significant Learning a valuable alternative. Summary: Fink's Taxonomy, introduced in 2003, extends beyond the cognitive to include the human dimension, caring, and learning how to learn. These domains are vital for preparing nurses who can apply their knowledge effectively in diverse healthcare settings. This article delves into the benefits and challenges of implementing Fink's Taxonomy in nursing education and its compatibility with the profession's evolving demands. It also underscores the scant research on its application in nursing education, advocating for comprehensive studies. Discussion and conclusion: Adopting Fink's Taxonomy could enhance the competence, empathy, and adaptability of nursing professionals, better equipping them for modern healthcare challenges. To ascertain Fink's efficacy in developing nursing skills and competencies, extensive research employing varied methodologies is imperative. (c) 2024 Organization for Associate Degree Nursing. Published by Elsevier Inc. All rights are reserved, including those for text and data mining, AI training, and similar technologies.