The Value of A Master’s Degree in Nursing. Coursework

NR500NP_WK 1,3,5,7 Discussion_SEPT19_NOVupdate (1)

NR500NP_WK 1,3,5,7 Discussion_SEPT19_NOVupdate (1)

Criteria Ratings Pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome Application of Course Knowledge

Answers the initial discussion question(s)/topic(s), demonstrating knowledge and understanding of the concepts for the week.

20.0 pts

Excellent

Addresses all aspects of the initial discussion question(s) applying experiences, knowledge, and understanding.

18.0 pts

V. Good

Addresses most aspects of the initial discussion question(s) applying experiences, knowledge, and understanding.

17.0 pts

Satisfactory

Addresses some aspects of the initial discussion question(s) applying experiences, knowledge, and understanding.

10.0 pts

Needs Improvement

Addresses some aspects of the initial discussion question with little depth and lack of application of experiences, knowledge, or understanding.

0.0 pts

Unsatisfactory

Does not address the initial question(s).

20.0 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome Engagement in Meaningful Dialogue With Peers and Faculty

The student responds to a student peer and course faculty to further dialogue.

20.0 pts

Excellent

Responds to a student peer AND course faculty furthering the dialogue by providing more information and clarification, thereby adding much depth to the discussion.

18.0 pts

V. Good

Responds to a student peer AND course faculty furthering the dialogue by adding some depth to the discussion.

17.0 pts

Satisfactory

Responds to a student peer and/or course faculty, adding minimal depth to the discussion.

10.0 pts

Needs Improvement

Responds to a student peer or course faculty, adding minimal depth to the discussion.

0.0 pts

Unsatisfactory

No response post to another student or course faculty.

20.0 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome Integration of Evidence

Assigned readings OR online lesson AND at least one outside scholarly source are included. The scholarly source is:

1) evidence-based, 2) scholarly in nature, 3) published within the last 5 years

20.0 pts

Excellent

Integrates evidence from: • assigned readings OR online lessons AND • at least one outside scholarly source. Sources are credited.*

18.0 pts

V. Good

Integrates evidence from: • no assigned readings OR online lesson is included • at least one outside scholarly source is included. Sources are credited.*

17.0 pts

Satisfactory

Integrates evidence from: • assigned readings OR online lesson • no outside scholarly source is included. Sources are credited.*

10.0 pts

Needs Improvement

Integrates evidence from: • assigned readings OR online lesson • no outside scholarly source is included. Sources are not credited.*

0.0 pts

Unsatisfactory

Does not integrate any evidence.

20.0 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome Grammar and Communication

8.0 pts

Excellent

Presents information using clear and concise language in an organized manner (0–1 error in English grammar, spelling, syntax, and punctuation).

7.0 pts

V. Good

Presents information using clear and concise language in an organized manner (2–3 errors in English grammar, spelling, syntax, and punctuation).

6.0 pts

Satisfactory

Presents information using understandable language; information is not organized (3–4 errors in English grammar, spelling, syntax, and punctuation).

4.0 pts

Needs Improvement

Presents information using understandable language; information is not organized (5-6 errors in English grammar, spelling, syntax, and punctuation). Sources are not credited.*

0.0 pts

Unsatisfactory

Presents information that is not clear, logical, professional, or organized to the point that the reader has difficulty understanding the post (7 or more errors in English grammar, spelling, syntax, and/or punctuation).

8.0 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome Reference Citation

7.0 pts

Excellent

References have complete information as required by APA (0-1 errors) In-text citations included for all references AND references included for all in-text citations (0 errors)

6.0 pts

V. Good

References have most information as required by APA (2 errors) In-text citations included for all references AND references included for all in-text citations (0 errors)

5.0 pts

Satisfactory

References have some information as required by APA (3 errors) In-text citations included for all references AND references included for all in-text citations (0 errors)

4.0 pts

Needs Improvement

References have some information as required by APA (4 errors) In-text citations included for all references AND references included for all in-text citations (0 errors) Sources are not credited.*

0.0 pts

Unsatisfactory

References missing 5 or more elements AND/OR In-text citations missing OR final references not included for in-text citations

7.0 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome Discussion late penalty deductions

A 10% late penalty will be imposed for discussions posted after the deadline on Wednesday, regardless of the number of days late. NOTHING will be accepted after 11:59pm MT on Saturday (i.e. student will receive an automatic 0)

0.0 pts

Manual Deduction

0.0 pts

Manual Deduction

0.0 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome Discussion late penalty deductions

A 10% late penalty will be imposed for discussions posted after the deadline on Wednesday, regardless of the number of days late. NOTHING will be accepted after 11:59pm MT on Sunday (i.e. student will receive an automatic 0)

0.0 pts

Manual Deduction

0.0 pts

Manual Deduction

0.0 pts

Total Points: 75.0

Consider the current healthcare delivery models and practice settings. Reflect on how nursing practice is transforming in response to the current demands of the healthcare system and answer one of the following questions:  What differentiates the practice of a master's-prepared nurse compared to that of a baccalaureate-prepared nurse? What is the value of a master's degree in nursing? What do you consider to be the most essential professional competency for a master's-prepared nurse practicing in the 21st century? Refer to AACN Essentials, Chamberlain University Nursing Conceptual Framework and other scholarly sources. Use at least one outside scholarly article to support your position. Provide an example to illustrate an application to professional practice.