Discussion: Technological  Communication

Discussion: Technological  Communication

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Discussion: Technological  Communication

Discussion: Technological  Communication

Question Description
Scholarly Paper Phase 1 Guidelines and Grading Rubric
Updated 8/8/2018

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Discussion: Technological Communication

Discussion: Technological Communication

Discussion: Technological Communication

Discussion: Technological Communication

PURPOSE
The purpose of this assignment is to allow the learner to demonstrate good organization, appropriate resources, and correct APA formatting for preparing a scholarly paper.

COURSE OUTCOMES
This assignment enables the student to meet the following Course Outcomes.

CO3: Demonstrate effective verbal, written, and technological communication using legal and ethical standards for transferring knowledge using success resources provided to Chamberlain students. (PO3)
CO4: Integrate critical thinking and judgment in professional decision-making in collaboration with faculty and peers. (PO4)
CO5: Apply concepts of professionalism when planning for personal, intellectual, and professional development. (PO5)
CO9: Demonstrate accountability for personal and professional development by assessing information and technology competence, implementing plans for upgrading technology skills, and using effective strategies for online student success using resources provided to Chamberlain students. (PO5)
DUE DATE
Submit the assignment by Sunday end of Week 4, 11:59 p.m. MT.

POINTS

Discussion: Technological  Communication
This assignment is worth a total of 150 points.

PREPARING THE SCHOLARLY PAPER PHASE 1
Carefully read these instructions and the Rubric.
Download the Week 4 Scholarly Paper Phase 1 Template (Links to an external site.)Links to an external site.. Use of the assigned template is required. Rename that document as Your Last Name Scholarly Paper Phase 1.docx, for example Smith Scholarly Paper Phase 1. Save it to your own computer or drive in a location where you will be able to retrieve it later.
Type your assignment directly on the saved template. You are required to complete the form using the productivity tools required by Chamberlain University, which is Microsoft Office Word 2013 (or later version), or Windows and Office 2011 (or later version) for MAC. You must save the file in the “.docx” format. Do NOT save as Word Pad. A later version of the productivity tool includes Office 365, which is available to Chamberlain students for FREE by downloading from the student portal at http://my.chamberlain.edu (Links to an external site.)Links to an external site. Click on the envelope at the top of the page. Remember that only Microsoft Word 2010 or a later version is acceptable. The document must be saved as a .docx. Save your work frequently as you type to prevent loss of your work.
The only resource for your paper is the following assigned article: Article link (Links to an external site.)Links to an external site.
Note: Logging in to the Chamberlain Library is needed to access this article. Use of the assigned article is required. You must click on the PDF Full Text link on the upper left portion of the page to download the correct version of this required article.
Follow the instructions and specifics on the assigned required template and the rubric. You will demonstrate your scholarly writing abilities as well as APA abilities in references, citations, quotations, and paraphrasing.
See rubric for length limitations for each section and other criteria.
Information below explains how to complete the Article Summary section of the paper (see Rubric for details).Clearly summarize the major content of the assigned article using 175–200 words.
Content must include main ideas from across the entire article.
Specifics should be excellent.
Content must be attributed to the correct source.
For the Impact section (see rubric for details)clearly state how learning from the assigned article will impact your future practice;
length must be 125–150 words;
writing must be concise and clearly relate the assigned article contents to practice; and
use first person in this section.
Double check your work with the rubric prior to submission.
Note: Assigned Template must be used for this assignment. The Assigned Template has been specially prepared to help you do well on this assignment. See #2 above.
Note: Assigned Article must be used for this assignment. Failure to do so may result in loss of points and/or Academic Integrity violation investigation.
**Academic Integrity Reminder**

Chamberlain College of Nursing values honesty and integrity. All students should be aware of the Academic Integrity policy and follow it in all discussions and assignments.

By submitting this assignment, I pledge on my honor that all content contained is my own original work except as quoted and cited appropriately. I have not received any unauthorized assistance on this assignment.

Please see the grading criteria and rubrics on this page.

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Rubric
NR351_Scholarly Paper Phase 1

NR351_Scholarly Paper Phase 1
Criteria
Ratings
Pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeTitle PageTitle page adheres very well to the format of the assigned required template.
5.0 ptsTitle page adheres very well to APA format (0-1 errors).
4.0 ptsTitle page adheres mostly well to APA format (2 errors).
3.0 ptsTitle page somewhat adheres to APA format (3 errors).
2.0 ptsTitle page does not adhere well to APA format (4-5 errors).
0.0 ptsNo title page OR more than 5 errors.
5.0pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeMargins, Headings, Headers, Font, SpacingMargins, headings, headers, font, and spacing adhere well to APA format and the assigned required template.
5.0 ptsMargins, headings, headers, font, and spacing adhere well to APA format.
4.0 ptsMargins, headings, headers, font, and spacing adhere fairly well to APA format.
3.0 ptsAdherence of margins, headings, headers, font, and spacing to APA format.
2.0 ptsMargins, headings, headers, font, and spacing adhere poorly to APA format.
0.0 ptsHeadings not used and paper is single spaced with incorrect font and margins.
5.0pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeAssigned Article SummaryClearly summarizes the major content of the assigned article using 175-200 words. Content includes main ideas from across the entire article. Specifics are excellent. Content is attributed to the correct source.
50.0 ptsClearly summarizes the major content of the assigned article using 175-200 words. Content includes main ideas from across the entire article. Specifics are excellent. Content is attributed to the correct source.
44.0 ptsSummarizes the major content of the assigned article using 175-200 words. Content includes main ideas from across the entire article. Specifics are good. Content is attributed to the correct source.
40.0 ptsVaguely summarizes the content of the assigned article. OR uses slightly fewer than 175 words or slightly more than 200 words. OR Content may or may not include main ideas from across the entire article. Specifics are fair. All content may not be attributed to the correct source.
19.0 ptsMay not sufficiently summarize content of the assigned article. OR uses significantly fewer than 175 words or significantly more than 200 words. OR Content may not include main ideas from across the entire article. Specifics are poor. Content is not be attributed to the correct source.
0.0 ptsDid not use the assigned article.
50.0pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeImpact on Your Future PracticeClearly states how learning from the article will impact your future practice is 125-150 words, concise, clearly relates article contents to practice. Uses first person.
50.0 ptsClearly states how learning from the article will impact your future practice is 125-150 words, concise, clearly relates article contents to practice. Uses first person.
44.0 ptsStates how learning from the article will impact your future practice is 125-150 words, concise, relates article contents to practice in a mostly clear manner. Uses first person.
40.0 ptsVaguely states how learning from the article will impact your future practice OR uses slightly fewer than 125 words or slightly more than 150 words OR article contents related to practice in a fair manner. May or may not use first person.
19.0 ptsMay not sufficiently state how content of the article impacts your future practice OR uses significantly fewer than 125 words or significantly more than 150 words. OR article contents related to practice in a poor manner. Specifics are poor. OR does not use first person.
0.0 ptsDid not provide statements required in this section.
50.0pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeReference for Assigned Journal ArticleSee page 198 in APA Manual and page 5 from Chamberlain Guidelines for Writing Professional Papers
10.0 ptsReference for the assigned article is typed using correct APA format including: author(s), year, article title, journal name, volume number, issue number, page numbers, italics, parentheses, punctuation, double line spacing, and hanging indent. Include DOI if available. Minimal or no errors (0–1 error).
9.0 ptsReference for the assigned article is typed using APA format including the items at left with 2–3 errors.
8.0 ptsReference for the assigned article is typed using APA format including the items at left with 4-5 errors.
4.0 ptsReference typed with 6-8 errors in APA format from the items at left
0.0 ptsReference is not for the assigned article OR APA format includes more than 8 errors
10.0pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeQuotation(s) and CitationSee pages 170-171 and 177 in APA Manual and page 5 from Chamberlain Guidelines for Writing Professional Papers
10.0 ptsTypes 1 or 2 quotations (10–20 words) from assigned article using correct APA citation including quotation marks, authors’ names, year, page numbers, and parentheses with no errors or one minor error. Did not use words or ideas that the authors cited from another source.
9.0 ptsTypes 1 or 2 quotations (10–20 words) from assigned article using APA citation including items at left with 2–3 minor errors. Did not use words or ideas that the authors cited from another source.
8.0 ptsQuotation slightly too long or too short. OR Types a quotation (10–20 words) from assigned article using APA citation with 4-5 errors. Did not use words or ideas that the authors cited from another source. OR used 3 quotations.
4.0 ptsQuotation excessively too long or too short, or quoted selected words or ideas the author(s) of the assigned article cited from another source, or 6-7 errors in APA format. OR used 4 or more quotations.
0.0 ptsMore than 7 errors in APA quotation format. OR no quotations provided.
10.0pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeParaphrased Areas and CitationsSee pages 171 and 177 in APA Manual and page 5 from Chamberlain Guidelines for Writing Professional Papers
10.0 ptsTypes appropriately paraphrased version of specific ideas from assigned article using correct APA citation including authors’ names, year, and parentheses with 0-1 error.
9.0 ptsTypes mostly appropriately paraphrased version of the specific ideas from assigned article using correct APA citation including authors’ names, year, and parentheses with 2–3 errors in paraphrasing or citation.
8.0 ptsTypes minimally appropriately paraphrased version of the specific ideas from assigned article using APA citation including authors’ names, year, and parentheses with 4-5 errors.
4.0 ptsPoorly paraphrased version and/or APA citation with 6 or more errors OR citation missing for paraphrased ideas.
0.0 ptsCopied several sequential words from article without quotation marks and/or citation. No clearly paraphrased areas.
10.0pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeMechanics and OrganizationExcellent mechanics and organization.
10.0 ptsExcellent mechanics and organization with minimal errors of the following: – well organized and logical, – correct grammar, punctuation, and spelling, – professional wording is used, – uses complete sentences, – paragraphs are linked together logically, and main ideas expressed
9.0 ptsGood mechanics and organization considering the elements listed in the first column. A few minor errors noted.
8.0 ptsFair mechanics and organization considering the elements listed in the first column. Some errors noted.
4.0 ptsPoor mechanics and organization considering the elements listed in the first column. Many errors noted.
0.0 ptsVery poor mechanics and organization considering the elements listed in the first column such that writing is difficult to follow or understand.
10.0pts

Total Points: 150.0

You must proofread your paper. But do not strictly rely on your computer’s spell-checker and grammar-checker; failure to do so indicates a lack of effort on your part and you can expect your grade to suffer accordingly. Papers with numerous misspelled words and grammatical mistakes will be penalized. Read over your paper – in silence and then aloud – before handing it in and make corrections as necessary. Often it is advantageous to have a friend proofread your paper for obvious errors. Handwritten corrections are preferable to uncorrected mistakes.

Use a standard 10 to 12 point (10 to 12 characters per inch) typeface. Smaller or compressed type and papers with small margins or single-spacing are hard to read. It is better to let your essay run over the recommended number of pages than to try to compress it into fewer pages.

Likewise, large type, large margins, large indentations, triple-spacing, increased leading (space between lines), increased kerning (space between letters), and any other such attempts at “padding” to increase the length of a paper are unacceptable, wasteful of trees, and will not fool your professor.

The paper must be neatly formatted, double-spaced with a one-inch margin on the top, bottom, and sides of each page. When submitting hard copy, be sure to use white paper and print out using dark ink. If it is hard to read your essay, it will also be hard to follow your argument.

ADDITIONAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE CLASS

Discussion Questions (DQ)

Initial responses to the DQ should address all components of the questions asked, include a minimum of one scholarly source, and be at least 250 words.
Successful responses are substantive (i.e., add something new to the discussion, engage others in the discussion, well-developed idea) and include at least one scholarly source.
One or two sentence responses, simple statements of agreement or “good post,” and responses that are off-topic will not count as substantive. Substantive responses should be at least 150 words.
I encourage you to incorporate the readings from the week (as applicable) into your responses.
Weekly Participation

Your initial responses to the mandatory DQ do not count toward participation and are graded separately.
In addition to the DQ responses, you must post at least one reply to peers (or me) on three separate days, for a total of three replies.
Participation posts do not require a scholarly source/citation (unless you cite someone else’s work).
Part of your weekly participation includes viewing the weekly announcement and attesting to watching it in the comments. These announcements are made to ensure you understand everything that is due during the week.
APA Format and Writing Quality

Familiarize yourself with APA format and practice using it correctly. It is used for most writing assignments for your degree. Visit the Writing Center in the Student Success Center, under the Resources tab in LoudCloud for APA paper templates, citation examples, tips, etc. Points will be deducted for poor use of APA format or absence of APA format (if required).
Cite all sources of information! When in doubt, cite the source. Paraphrasing also requires a citation.
I highly recommend using the APA Publication Manual, 6th edition.
Use of Direct Quotes

I discourage overutilization of direct quotes in DQs and assignments at the Masters’ level and deduct points accordingly.
As Masters’ level students, it is important that you be able to critically analyze and interpret information from journal articles and other resources. Simply restating someone else’s words does not demonstrate an understanding of the content or critical analysis of the content.
It is best to paraphrase content and cite your source.
LopesWrite Policy

For assignments that need to be submitted to LopesWrite, please be sure you have received your report and Similarity Index (SI) percentage BEFORE you do a “final submit” to me.
Once you have received your report, please review it. This report will show you grammatical, punctuation, and spelling errors that can easily be fixed. Take the extra few minutes to review instead of getting counted off for these mistakes.
Review your similarities. Did you forget to cite something? Did you not paraphrase well enough? Is your paper made up of someone else’s thoughts more than your own?
Visit the Writing Center in the Student Success Center, under the Resources tab in LoudCloud for tips on improving your paper and SI score.
Late Policy

The university’s policy on late assignments is 10% penalty PER DAY LATE. This also applies to late DQ replies.
Please communicate with me if you anticipate having to submit an assignment late. I am happy to be flexible, with advance notice. We may be able to work out an extension based on extenuating circumstances.
If you do not communicate with me before submitting an assignment late, the GCU late policy will be in effect.
I do not accept assignments that are two or more weeks late unless we have worked out an extension.
As per policy, no assignments are accepted after the last day of class. Any assignment submitted after midnight on the last day of class will not be accepted for grading.
Communication

Communication is so very important. There are multiple ways to communicate with me:Questions to Instructor Forum: This is a great place to ask course content or assignment questions. If you have a question, there is a good chance one of your peers does as well. This is a public forum for the class.
Individual Forum: This is a private forum to ask me questions or send me messages. This will be checked at least once every 24 hours.