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Theory is the Cart, Vision is the Horse: Reflections on Research in Diabetes Patient Education

University of Michigan, Department of Medical Education, Michigan Diabetes Research and Training Center, G1116, Towsley Center, Box 0201, Ann Arbor, MI 48109-0201 boba{at}umich.med

Martha M. Funnell, MS, RN, CDE

Michigan Diabetes Research and Training Center, University of Michigan Medical School, Ann Arbor, Michigan.

PURPOSE

In this paper, we examine the nature of vision and the role it plays in helping educators identify and use theories productively. We also discuss the role of theory in diabetes education and provide criteria for selecting appropriate theories.

METHODS

The vision of diabetes education developed at the Michigan Diabetes Research and Training Center was used to illustrate how our vision has influenced our use of educational and behavioral theories.

RESULTS

Both our vision and our theoretical assumptions should be articulated, discussed, debated, and studied.

CONCLUSIONS

Diabetes patient education research can systematically contribute to the development of a sound, coherent, and progressive body of knowledge that will truly serve diabetes patient education.

The Diabetes Educator, Vol. 25, No. 6 suppl, 43-51 (1999)
DOI: 10.1177/014572179902500622


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