NURS 6003 Discussion: Networking Opportunities Week 1
NURS 6003 Discussion: Networking Opportunities Week 1
Establishing a Network and Progression
My name is Connor and i’m very excited to get started on this journey with all of you! I am currently working in the acute critical care field in a smaller community hospital in the suburbs of Philadelphia. I have been in ICU for about 5 years now and i have been extremely interested to further my education since day one, so finally getting into this is amazing and anxiety inducing too! Luckily, much of this course seems to aim at helping establish a network and outline those who can
NURS 6003 Discussion Networking Opportunities Week 1
help you in times of stress. I have four brothers (two older, one younger) and we are all nurses in either Acute Intensive Care or Long Term Care. My parents are both nurses, too. My mother has been an ER nurse for thirty years now, and my father has been a nurse for the same amount of time. My father has always pushed for furthering one’s education (he holds many degrees himself, from Bachelors in nursing to MBA). He instilled the importance of “never-slowing down” and “always utilize education to help grow”, so while looking at the vision, missions, goals and social change for Walden, i had a good feeling about what i was signing up for.
While reading the “Visions” provided by Walden, it became apparent that their aim is to promote the greater good. Hoping to learn knowledge to help me grow in a professional setting will hopefully reflect the impact we all hope to make, which is promoting the greatest good to those we care for everyday. The “missions” section just reinforced this by outlining the importance of having an outlet that promotes growth in an individual, in this case via educational program. Walden’s mission to aid in the transition into knowledgeable and confident nurse who provide for a greater good lines up with the perfect with the roles my father tried to instill in me at a young age as previously discussed. Walden provides a series of goals for their program, but one of them specifically stood out to me. On their website, the final goal is “to produce graduates who are scholarly, reflective practitioners and agents for positive change” (Walden University, n.d.). This stood out because the second half is something I truly value. Change is a term thrown around too often without highlighting it’s impact, and hearing my father’s influence float around throughout my life, it’s important to note how strong change can be. Social change, from Walden’s perspective seems entirely driven on growth and development with the implication of application to a society for the greater good. The social change aspect really speaks to me, for it not only outlines the importance of this knowledge, but focuses primarily on applying the skills we will develop along the way. I hope to further my application skills through Walden to provide for these we come in contact with everyday. Walden provides University Outcomes that wrap up everything outlined previously in a flawless fashion. The second outcome is most relatable to my hopes and desires through this program, for it encompasses everything I’ve discussed. It states that the goal is to use knowledge obtained to positively impact the community, society, and profession. Following the words of my father, I hope this program helps me encourage those I come in contact with to grow, whether it be using my knowledge to provide for an individual or an entire community I work with. NURS 6003 Discussion Networking Opportunities Week 1
Conclusion and Final Thoughts
The outreach that Walden gives their community is honestly amazing, and I look forward to experiencing it first hand. The world is an ever-changing surrounding, and the healthcare field is no stranger to that. As stated in an article entitled “Missions and Organizational Performance in the Healthcare Industry”, the author writes “the diverse characteristics of the healthcare market make it essential for employees on all levels to not only have a clear understanding of what they are trying to achieve, but also a feeling of support and in determining the mission” (Forehand, A., 2000). This is something I strongly believe in, and feeling understood in my missions by Walden is crucial. Another article I came across refers to the value in an organizations vision stated “Successful organizations will be those that are steadfast in pursuit of their vision, unfailingly true to their mission and unwavering in adherence to their values” (MacLeod L.,2016). In Walden’s case, every point lines up coherently and I’ve found myself truly identifying with their clear vision. I believe in the success this organization will bring and look forward to finding enhanced methods to bring forth my personal goals outlined by my father in my younger years as well as grow with the values this institution has to offer!
References
Forehand, A. (2000). Mission and Organizational Performance in the Healthcare Industry. Journal of Healthcare Management, 45(4), 267.
MacLeod, L. (2016). Mission, Vision and Values Statements: The Physician Leader’s Role. Physician Leadership Journal, 3(5), 18–25.
Walden University. (N.d.). College of Nursing. Retrieved October June 5th, 2020, from
NURS 6003 Discussion: Networking Opportunities Week 1 Instructions
In this module, you begin laying the foundation for your academic and professional success. Your efforts begin with a vision that includes your own definition of success. Your vision may vary from those of your colleagues, but this does not mean you have to take these first steps alone. NURS 6003 Discussion Networking Opportunities Week 1
Walden University and the College of Nursing also have a vision and mission, which include helping you to make your own vision a reality. Members of your new academic community, such as faculty, support teams, and fellow students, can also be helpful. Current practitioners and other member of the professional community can also help you to clarify your vision.
This Module’s Discussion asks you to consider how the Walden mission and vision as well as the apply to your professional and academic goals. You will also begin to identify individuals and teams who can help you along the way as you begin designing the “blueprint”—your Academic Success and Professional Development Plan—that will guide you toward your own vision for academic and professional success. NURS 6003 Discussion Networking Opportunities Week 1
To Prepare:
Review the mission and vision statements for Walden and the College of Nursing, as well as Walden’s goals and University Outcomes and the MSN Program Learning Outcomes, which are all listed in the Learning Resources for this Module.
Think about how your professional and academic goals fit in with your program or area of focus.
Think about how the information in these resources fits with your own goals and will help you become a scholar-practitioner.
Also think about academic and professional people and teams with whom you could work to help you as a university student and as a professional in your organization and career.
By Week 1 Day 3,
Post a short blurb about yourself to let your coworkers know who you are. Include an explanation of how Walden’s vision, mission, goals, and social change initiatives relate to your professional and academic goals and to your becoming a scholar-practitioner. Include an explanation of how the outcomes and perspectives of the Walden MSN Program relate to your professional and academic goals and how they will help you become a scholar-practitioner.
By Week 1 Day 6
Respond to at least two of your colleagues’ posts by suggesting other people or teams with whom you’d like to work or by suggesting other ways to network.
Required Readings NURS 6003 Discussion: Networking Opportunities Week 1
Nurse.org. (n.d.). List of nursing organizations. Retrieved November 14, 2018, from https://nurse.org/orgs.shtml
Schmidt, K. (n.d.). 5 reasons nurses should engage in professional networking [Blog post]. Retrieved November 14, 2018, from https://blog.bluepipes.com/5-reasons-nurses-should-take-professional-networking-seriously/
Walden University. (n.d.). Connect to Walden. Retrieved November 14, 2018, from https://www.waldenu.edu/connect NURS 6003 Discussion Networking Opportunities Week 1
Walden University. (n.d.). College of Nursing. Retrieved October June 5, 2020, from https://www.waldenu.edu/about/colleges-schools/college-of-nursing
Review the College of Nursing’s vision and mission.
Walden University. (n.d.). Walden University catalog. Retrieved October 4, 2019, from https://catalog.waldenu.edu
Select College of Nursing, then Master of Science in Nursing (MSN). Review the MSN Learning Outcomes on this page.
Walden University. (n.d.). Walden University catalog. Retrieved October 4, 2019, from https://catalog.waldenu.edu
Select Introduction, then the link “Vision, Mission, and Goals” under the Introduction header. Review Walden’s vision, mission, and goals.
Walden University. (n.d.). Writing center. Retrieved November 14, 2018, from https://academicguides.waldenu.edu/writingcenter
Wofford, P. (2018). 10 networking tips for nurses who hate networking. Retrieved from https://nurse.org/articles/tips-for-nurse-networking/
Document: Academic Success and Professional Development Plan Template (Word document)
Document: Discussion Posting Exemplars (PDF)
My Goals and University Vision and Mission
I have been a nurse for seven years and in these seven years I have become interested in advancing my career. The only way to do so, is by achieving my Master’s degree. In order to achieve my goal in the next five to ten years of a nursing leader, I have decided on the educational path of Nurse Executive. I began my search for the right program last year to help achieve this goal.
When I came across Walden University I was at first skeptical. I didn’t know if this was the right school for me. My first inquisition of the program gave me a different insight after speaking to an admissions recruiter. Walden University’s Mission states “The College of Nursing envisions recognition as a preeminent 21st-century school of nursing in which the contributions of nursing, health, and related sciences will transform the provision of nursing services along the continuum of care and across the human life span to meet the needs of individuals and local and global communities.” (Walden University, 2020, para. 4). This helped my decision of choosing this University to help me gain my professional growth. The words “the contributions of nursing, health and related sciences will transform the provision of nursing services” (Walden University, 2020, para. 4) explains what a Nurse Executive is and what the goal of the program entails. I wanted a school that would be more than just a degree but would show a different insight by the words of their Mission and Vision. NURS 6003 Discussion Networking Opportunities Week 1
Outcomes and Perspectives
Sue Subocz, PhD states in her message “Throughout your journey toward graduation, please remember that you are never alone.” (Subocz, PhD, S., 2020) and this is more than words to myself. The online catalog page on the Walden University website is an excellent guide for academic growth. The catalog helps direct students to different online resources to help guide and grow personal academic growth. In my current role, I am able to utilize these resources to help grow in leading teams and develop leadership relationships. My goal is to be a Nurse Leader and Walden University has shown different ways to help grow me academically and professionally throughout the program outcomes and perspectives. I want to grow into a Leader that transforms nursing to another level. Receiving my Master’s degree from Walden University will help achieve this goal.
Bibliography
College of Nursing | Walden University. (2020). Walden University. .
History | About Us | Walden University. (2020). History. https://www.waldenu.edu/about/who-we-are/history.
Subocz, PhD, S. (2020). A Message for Students. 2020–2021 Walden University Catalog (September 2020). https://catalog.waldenu.edu.
RESPONSES
RESPONSE 1
Kendra I have you selected a individual with in your organization regarding various opportunities to advance your career now? Our there nursing leadership programs in place that can help you obtain your professional goals?
According to a article in The Journal of Nursing Administration (Ramseur et al., 2018, Leadership development programs have proven to be effective in developing emerging nurse leaders, and the evidence supports mentoring as valuable to professional career growth for nurses section).
Having served as a assistant nurse manager in my career one of the frustrating parts is the lack of resources offered by some health care organizations devoted to training and mentoring new nursing leaders. NURS 6003 Discussion Networking Opportunities Week 1
References
Ramseur, P., Fuchs, M., Edwards, P., & Humphreys, J. (2018). The implementation of a structured nursing leadership development program for succession planning in a health system. JONA: The Journal of Nursing Administration, 48(1), 25–30. https://doi.org/10.1097/nna.0000000000000566
My c definition for mentoring is a seasoned practitioner who establishes and builds a trusted, respectful and supportive relationship with a novice nurse as a teacher, guide, role model and leader, while facilitating opportunities for personal and career growth. A Mentor is one who is “committed to continuous education and lifelong learning for self and others” (ANA, 2015, p.87).
The rationale behind my thought of mentoring is that a trusted relationship creates an environment conducive to learning, improves communication skills and builds confidence in the novice nurse. This has a direct impact on staff retention as nurses who feel more confident and secure in their role tend to stay in positions longer. Mentoring provides growth for the mentor and mentee as the mentor must remain current in her specialty in order to be able to coach, guide and teach the mentee on policies, best practice and communication techniques. In my experience mentoring is a prerequisite to moving into a leadership role, however one must have the knowledge, patience, empathy and wisdom in order to be a successful in either.
References
American Nurses Association. (2015). Nursing informatics: Scope & standards of practice (2nd ed.). Silver Springs, MD: Author..
Mentoring is indeed extremely valuable to nurses for professional career growth. It is defined as an experienced and trusted advisor. As mentioned in “the Foundation of Success” video, “new house construction begins with a firm foundation” (Laureate Education, 2018). Mentorship similarly adapts its values of “networking, collaborating, effective utilization of resources and development of relationships” to mold and nurture professional growth (Laureate Education, 2018).
I was a new graduate nurse not too long ago and my transition into a brand new floor nurse was fruitful because of the peers I was linked with to provide the exceptional care I was expected to deliver. Within my new graduate program and even thereafter, mentors were accessible. Monthly meetings were conducted by educators to empower us with resources that can better our career as well as provide personalized care for our patients. Recourses from various specialty like wound care, telemetry course, National Institution of Health’s stroke scale certificates have opened doors in my career thus far. Various preceptors helped me with time management as I juggled my 5-7 patient case load. Nurse managers backed me as I explored a new role as charge nurse. Needless to say, mentoring isn’t a momentary role, it is a lifelong journey within a career. NURS 6003 Discussion Networking Opportunities Week 1
Reference
Laureate Education (Producer). (2018). The Foundation of Success
. Baltimore, MD: Author.
My conceptual view of mentorship is when an experienced nurse through education, guidance, and support advances the practice of a novice nurse. A mentor can share their knowledge of tackling new professional challenges, clinical experiences, and fostering collaboration in a multidisciplinary health team. “Valuing professional growth as the key to unit excellence can go a long way in maintaining workplace cultures that are respectful, thriving, and healthy”(Goodyear, 2018).
The rationale for my views has been formed from my experience as being both in the role of mentee and mentor. As a new graduate I was fortunate to have an internship that supported a non punitive and encouraging environment for learning. Over the years as my skill set grew and I gained experience I transitioned to the mentor. Remembering the overwhelming feeling and stress that comes with learning a complex new profession like nursing allowed me to relate and encourage my mentees. From a management perspective I knew the value of pairing a successful mentoring relationship. If supported correctly it would produce a more competent and satisfied employee, which ultimately would increase retention and unit collaboration.
Goodyear, Caryl (April 2018) Supporting successful mentoring. Nursing Management V49-Issue 4-p49-53.
Quiz: Walden’s Student Readiness Orientation
You probably have a lot of questions (and perhaps some hesitation) about the journey you are undertaking. How do I navigate the online classroom? How can I have access to a library in this environment? The Student Readiness Orientation (SRO) minicourse available on your MyWalden page provides answers to such questions and helps ensure you understand how to navigate the online classroom and utilize the many resources available to you as a student at Walden.
The Readiness Check will help you determine your prepardness for navigating the online classroom.
The questions presented on the Quiz are derived from the readiness check presented in the SRO.
Click on the Week 1 Quiz link after you have read the directions carefully.
The readiness check includes 15 questions in various formats including true/false and multiple choice. If you score 12 or below, please retake the exam. You may retake the exam as many times as you would like in order to achieve your desired score. Your highest score will be recorded. To retake the Quiz, click on “Take Test Again” (this does not appear as a hyperlink but works as a hyperlink when you click on the area).
To view the questions you answered correctly and incorrectly, click on your score in the “My Grades” area.
To Prepare:
- Review the Walden’s SRO found on your MyWalden page.
Hello all,
THIS AREA IS YOUR WEEK 1 DISCUSSION. THIS AREA IS NOT YOUR CLASS CAFE.
Networking Opportunities
This week you begin to lay the foundation for your academic and professional success. Your efforts begin with a vision, which includes your own definition of success. Your vision may vary from those of your colleagues, but this does not mean you have to take these first steps alone.
Walden University and the College of Nursing also have a vision and mission, which include helping you to make your own vision a reality. Members of your new academic community, such as faculty, support teams, and fellow students, can also be helpful. Current practitioners and other members of the professional community can also help you to clarify your vision.
This week’s Discussion asks you to think about how the Walden mission and vision and the College of Nursing mission and vision apply to your professional and academic goals. You will also begin to identify individuals and teams that can help you along the way, as you begin to design the “blueprint”—your Academic Success and Professional Development Plan—that will guide you toward your own vision for academic and professional success.
Post your Main Post By Day 3 (January 13, 2021 by 11:59pm Mountain Time)
Post a brief post introducing yourself to your colleagues. Include an explanation for how Walden’s vision, mission, goals, and social change relate to your professional and academic goals and to your becoming a scholar-practitioner. Also include an explanation for how the Walden MSN program outcomes and perspectives relate to your professional and academic goals and to your becoming a scholar-practitioner.
Support main post with (3) three or more current, credible sources and cite source within content of posting and on a reference list in proper APA.
Post your (2) two Peer Responses By Day 6 (January 16, 2021 by 11:59pm Mountain Time)
Respond to at least two of your colleagues’ posts by suggesting additional individuals and/or teams with whom to collaborate or by offering additional networking strategies.
Be sure to offer support from at least (2) two current, credible sources in each required response to classmates’ main post and cite per APA.
The below information is also within the Course Announcements.
Cite your sources:
Question: So, what exactly does Walden University require Dr Gatlin to evaluate regarding citations and the listing of references cited within the written work?
Answer: Per the Discussion Grading Rubric concerning source utilization Dr Gatlin will evaluate for:
Main Post: Three (3) sources listed with each of those sources cited in the written work per APA format as indicated within the Discussion exemplar within your course resources.
Peer Responses: Two (2) sources listed, with each of those sources cited in the written work per APA format.
*Concerning source utilization: In short – do not list a source in the reference list and not cite it within the written work; nor cite a source in the written work without including it within your reference list. This action cost you valuable points as the discussion post point value is weighted as indicated within the rubric.
Label your post:
Label your Discussion Post:
Main Post, Response #1, Response #2
Unlabeled Post leaves the Instructor with no choice but to grade the post as they are dated per submission. The order of grading for unlabeled post will be Main Post initially, Peer Response 1, and lastly Peer Response 2. This unfortunately can result in a tremendous value of points being deducted.
Discussion example and additional information:
Refer to announcement #8 for a Discussion example.
Ensure you have fully reviewed the elements within course announcements # 2,4,7 and 8 regarding Discussion elements
Participation requirements: In order to receive full participation credit, you must participate in the discussions during the 6-day active discussion period on three (3) different calendar dates. The 6-day active period is from Monday (Day 1) through Saturday (Day 6).
The Week 1 discussion will close for participation and scoring purposes on (Day 6) Saturday, January 16, 2021 at 11:59pm MT. At that point, the Discussion will lock and you will be unable to submit any Discussion Post even if you are actively within the discussion during that time. For the Weeks requiring Discussion participation (Weeks 1, 2, 4, 5, and 6) there is a six (6) day active period (Monday, Day 1 through Saturday, Day 6) allowed for Discussion participation. No allowances for participation will be made outside of the six (6) day (Monday, Day 1 through Saturday, Day 6) Discussion period.
Attachments: For discussions, write or cut/paste (ctrl c/ctrl v) directly into the text box. Attachments are not allowed – nor will be graded, rather a zero -0- score will be awarded. Meaning that uploading a file will not be counted for a grade, so please make sure you to post directly in the discussion area. Note: If you want to type it in MS Word, .doc, .docx first, then copy/paste (ctrl c/ctrl v) into the discussion that is perfectly acceptable.
As a reminder, as you interact with your peers within the discussions, I will deliberately post additional information. This is intended to take advantage of every possible opportunity to share information with you regarding this course as well beneficial information and tips for your future courses.
Please review the Week 1 discussion Instructions and grading rubric before you participate in the Week 1 Discussion.
RE: Discussion – Week 1
My Objectives and University’s Mission and Vision
I have five years of experience as a nurse. I began my nursing career as a neuro med surg nurse, where I immediately realized that neuro was about more than simply the nervous system. There were some patients who also had psychological difficulties. During the last four years of my nursing career, I worked in other states and locally. During this journey, I realized that patient treatment does not change, and that more people are struggling with mental health issues as a result of the pandemic. My long-term career objective is to become a Nurse Practitioner in Mental Health.
I participated in the AIM program at Walden, which required me to earn my BSN and complete three Master’s courses. To fulfill my professional objective, I just remained active and did not take any breaks. As stated in the Walden University vision statement, nursing, health, and related sciences will alter the delivery of nursing services along the continuum of care and throughout the human life span to satisfy the needs of individuals and local and global communities. I believe this to be accurate. I have applied all I have learnt from past courses at this university to my everyday nursing practice.
Due to the fact that I am a returning student at Walden University, I believe that the institution’s goal speaks for its own value, as you do not merely acquire knowledge but also employ it in your advanced profession on a daily basis.
Acceptance of Social Change
In addition, Walden promotes constructive social change through the cultivation of principled, knowledgeable, and ethical scholar-practitioners who are and will become civic and professional role models through contributing to the improvement of society (Walden University, 2021b, para. 4) I intend to become a mental health nurse practitioner and work in a setting where I can employ the abilities I acquire via this program. I intend to inform the community and serve as a resource for other communities. I would also be interested in telehealth for healthcare establishments.
References
Walden University. (2021a). About the school. Retrieved from
https://www.waldenu.edu/Colleges-and-Schools/College-of-Health-Sciences/15863.htm
Walden University. (2021b). Vision, mission, and goals. Retrieved from
https://catalog.waldenu.edu/content.php?catoid=153&navoid=49950
I concur that the mission statement speaks for itself. Utilizing the knowledge gained from all nursing courses has become a regular practice. A few years ago, while completing my undergraduate degree, I gained the knowledge and abilities necessary to comprehend nursing research and apply it to my daily nursing practice. Early on in my employment, I participated in a CAUTI/CLABSI class and applied a technique based on what I learned. Our CLABSI rates are lower than they have ever been due to the hospital-wide use of this technology four years ago. It is a little example, but it demonstrates that nurses can be leaders and that even small changes can have positive outcomes.
In health care, social transformation is required now more than ever. Frequently, nurses do not believe they have the potential to affect societal change, although we have the ability to affect a whole population (Thorton & Persaud, 2018). Your objective of the population can result in favorable patient outcomes, and in the field of mental health, it can help to close gaps. There has been a recent increase in mental health illnesses among young people, and the recent pandemic has led to a great deal of self-isolation, which may have additional negative effects on mental health (Bolton & Bhugra, 2020). The stigma associated with mental health illnesses may discourage people from getting treatment for themselves or their children.
References
Bolton, D. & Bhugra, D. (2020) Changes in society and young people’s mental health, International Review of Psychiatry, 33:1-2, 154-161, DOI:
Thornton, M., Persaud, S., (September 30, 2018) “Preparing today’s nurses: Social determinants of health and nursing education” OJIN: The Online Journal of Issues in Nursing Vol. 23, No. 3, Manuscript 5.
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Main Posting
Points Range: 45 (45%) – 50 (50%)
Answers all parts of the discussion question(s) expectations with reflective critical analysis and synthesis of knowledge gained from the course readings for the module and current credible sources.
Supported by at least three current, credible sources.
Written clearly and concisely with no grammatical or spelling errors and fully adheres to current APA manual writing rules and style.
Points Range: 40 (40%) – 44 (44%)
Responds to the discussion question(s) and is reflective with critical analysis and synthesis of knowledge gained from the course readings for the module.
At least 75% of post has exceptional depth and breadth.
Supported by at least three credible sources.
Written clearly and concisely with one or no grammatical or spelling errors and fully adheres to current APA manual writing rules and style.
Points Range: 35 (35%) – 39 (39%)
Responds to some of the discussion question(s).
One or two criteria are not addressed or are superficially addressed.
Is somewhat lacking reflection and critical analysis and synthesis.
Somewhat represents knowledge gained from the course readings for the module.
Post is cited with two credible sources.
Written somewhat concisely; may contain more than two spelling or grammatical errors.
Contains some APA formatting errors.
Points Range: 0 (0%) – 34 (34%)
Does not respond to the discussion question(s) adequately.
Lacks depth or superficially addresses criteria.
Lacks reflection and critical analysis and synthesis.
Does not represent knowledge gained from the course readings for the module.
Contains only one or no credible sources.
Not written clearly or concisely.
Contains more than two spelling or grammatical errors.
Does not adhere to current APA manual writing rules and style.
Main Post: Timeliness
Points Range: 10 (10%) – 10 (10%)
Posts main post by day 3.
Points Range: 0 (0%) – 0 (0%)
Points Range: 0 (0%) – 0 (0%)
Points Range: 0 (0%) – 0 (0%)
Does not post by day 3.
First Response
Points Range: 17 (17%) – 18 (18%)
Response exhibits synthesis, critical thinking, and application to practice settings.
Responds fully to questions posed by faculty.
Provides clear, concise opinions and ideas that are supported by at least two scholarly sources.
Demonstrates synthesis and understanding of learning objectives.
Communication is professional and respectful to colleagues.
Responses to faculty questions are fully answered, if posed.
Response is effectively written in standard, edited English.
Points Range: 15 (15%) – 16 (16%)
Response exhibits critical thinking and application to practice settings.
Communication is professional and respectful to colleagues.
Responses to faculty questions are answered, if posed.
Provides clear, concise opinions and ideas that are supported by two or more credible sources.
Response is effectively written in standard, edited English.
Points Range: 13 (13%) – 14 (14%)
Response is on topic and may have some depth.
Responses posted in the discussion may lack effective professional communication.
Responses to faculty questions are somewhat answered, if posed.
Response may lack clear, concise opinions and ideas, and a few or no credible sources are cited.
Points Range: 0 (0%) – 12 (12%)
Response may not be on topic and lacks depth.
Responses posted in the discussion lack effective professional communication.
Responses to faculty questions are missing.
No credible sources are cited.
Second Response
Points Range: 16 (16%) – 17 (17%)
Response exhibits synthesis, critical thinking, and application to practice settings.
Responds fully to questions posed by faculty.
Provides clear, concise opinions and ideas that are supported by at least two scholarly sources.
Demonstrates synthesis and understanding of learning objectives.
Communication is professional and respectful to colleagues.
Responses to faculty questions are fully answered, if posed.
Response is effectively written in standard, edited English.
Points Range: 14 (14%) – 15 (15%)
Response exhibits critical thinking and application to practice settings.
Communication is professional and respectful to colleagues.
Responses to faculty questions are answered, if posed.
Provides clear, concise opinions and ideas that are supported by two or more credible sources.
Response is effectively written in standard, edited English.
Points Range: 12 (12%) – 13 (13%)
Response is on topic and may have some depth.
Responses posted in the discussion may lack effective professional communication.
Responses to faculty questions are somewhat answered, if posed.
Response may lack clear, concise opinions and ideas, and a few or no credible sources are cited.
Points Range: 0 (0%) – 11 (11%)
Response may not be on topic and lacks depth.
Responses posted in the discussion lack effective professional communication.
Responses to faculty questions are missing.
No credible sources are cited.
Participation
Points Range: 5 (5%) – 5 (5%)
Meets requirements for participation by posting on three different days.
Points Range: 0 (0%) – 0 (0%)
Points Range: 0 (0%) – 0 (0%)
Points Range: 0 (0%) – 0 (0%)
Does not meet requirements for participation by posting on 3 different days.
Total Points: 100
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| Main Posting |
Points Range: 45 (45%) – 50 (50%)
Answers all parts of the discussion question(s) expectations with reflective critical analysis and synthesis of knowledge gained from the course readings for the module and current credible sources. Supported by at least three current, credible sources. Written clearly and concisely with no grammatical or spelling errors and fully adheres to current APA manual writing rules and style. |
Points Range: 40 (40%) – 44 (44%)
Responds to the discussion question(s) and is reflective with critical analysis and synthesis of knowledge gained from the course readings for the module. At least 75% of post has exceptional depth and breadth. Supported by at least three credible sources. Written clearly and concisely with one or no grammatical or spelling errors and fully adheres to current APA manual writing rules and style. |
Points Range: 35 (35%) – 39 (39%)
Responds to some of the discussion question(s). One or two criteria are not addressed or are superficially addressed. Is somewhat lacking reflection and critical analysis and synthesis. Somewhat represents knowledge gained from the course readings for the module. Post is cited with two credible sources. Written somewhat concisely; may contain more than two spelling or grammatical errors. Contains some APA formatting errors. |
Points Range: 0 (0%) – 34 (34%)
Does not respond to the discussion question(s) adequately. Lacks depth or superficially addresses criteria. Lacks reflection and critical analysis and synthesis. Does not represent knowledge gained from the course readings for the module. Contains only one or no credible sources. Not written clearly or concisely. Contains more than two spelling or grammatical errors. Does not adhere to current APA manual writing rules and style. |
| Main Post: Timeliness |
Points Range: 10 (10%) – 10 (10%)
Posts main post by day 3.
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Points Range: 0 (0%) – 0 (0%)
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Points Range: 0 (0%) – 0 (0%)
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Points Range: 0 (0%) – 0 (0%)
Does not post by day 3.
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| First Response |
Points Range: 17 (17%) – 18 (18%)
Response exhibits synthesis, critical thinking, and application to practice settings. Responds fully to questions posed by faculty. Provides clear, concise opinions and ideas that are supported by at least two scholarly sources. Demonstrates synthesis and understanding of learning objectives. Communication is professional and respectful to colleagues. Responses to faculty questions are fully answered, if posed. Response is effectively written in standard, edited English. |
Points Range: 15 (15%) – 16 (16%)
Response exhibits critical thinking and application to practice settings. Communication is professional and respectful to colleagues. Responses to faculty questions are answered, if posed. Provides clear, concise opinions and ideas that are supported by two or more credible sources. Response is effectively written in standard, edited English. |
Points Range: 13 (13%) – 14 (14%)
Response is on topic and may have some depth. Responses posted in the discussion may lack effective professional communication. Responses to faculty questions are somewhat answered, if posed. Response may lack clear, concise opinions and ideas, and a few or no credible sources are cited. |
Points Range: 0 (0%) – 12 (12%)
Response may not be on topic and lacks depth. Responses posted in the discussion lack effective professional communication. Responses to faculty questions are missing. No credible sources are cited. |
| Second Response |
Points Range: 16 (16%) – 17 (17%)
Response exhibits synthesis, critical thinking, and application to practice settings. Responds fully to questions posed by faculty. Provides clear, concise opinions and ideas that are supported by at least two scholarly sources. Demonstrates synthesis and understanding of learning objectives. Communication is professional and respectful to colleagues. Responses to faculty questions are fully answered, if posed. Response is effectively written in standard, edited English. |
Points Range: 14 (14%) – 15 (15%)
Response exhibits critical thinking and application to practice settings. Communication is professional and respectful to colleagues. Responses to faculty questions are answered, if posed. Provides clear, concise opinions and ideas that are supported by two or more credible sources. Response is effectively written in standard, edited English. |
Points Range: 12 (12%) – 13 (13%)
Response is on topic and may have some depth. Responses posted in the discussion may lack effective professional communication. Responses to faculty questions are somewhat answered, if posed. Response may lack clear, concise opinions and ideas, and a few or no credible sources are cited. |
Points Range: 0 (0%) – 11 (11%)
Response may not be on topic and lacks depth. Responses posted in the discussion lack effective professional communication. Responses to faculty questions are missing. No credible sources are cited. |
| Participation |
Points Range: 5 (5%) – 5 (5%)
Meets requirements for participation by posting on three different days.
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Points Range: 0 (0%) – 0 (0%)
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Points Range: 0 (0%) – 0 (0%)
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Points Range: 0 (0%) – 0 (0%)
Does not meet requirements for participation by posting on 3 different days.
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| Total Points: 100 |
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