NURS 6003 Academic Success and Professional Development Plan Part 3: Research Analysis
NURS 6003 Academic Success and Professional Development Plan Part 3: Research Analysis
Architect Daniel Libeskind is credited with saying “To provide meaningful architecture is not to parody history, but to articulate it.” The suggestion is that his work does not copy the efforts of others but relies on it.
Understanding the work of others is critically important to new work. Contributions to the nursing body of knowledge can happen when you are able to analyze and articulate the efforts of previous research. Research analysis skills are therefore critical tools for your toolbox.
In this Assignment, you will locate relevant existing research. You also will analyze this research using a tool helpful for analysis.
To Prepare:
- Reflect on the strategies presented in the Resources this Module’s Learning Resources in support of locating and analyzing research.
- Use the Walden Library to identify and read one peer-reviewed research article focused on a topic in your specialty field that interests you.
- Review the article you selected and reflect on the professional practice use of theories/concepts described by the article.
The Assignment:
Using the “Module 3 | Part 3” section of your Academic Success and Professional Development Plan Template presented in the Resources, conduct an analysis of the elements of the research article you identified. Be sure to include the following:
- Your topic of interest.
- A correctly formatted APA citation of the article you selected, along with link or search details.
- Identify a professional practice use of the theories/concepts presented in the article.
- Analysis of the article using the “Research Analysis Matrix” section of the template
- Write a 1-paragraph justification stating whether you would recommend this article to inform professional practice.
- Write a 2- to 3-paragraph summary that you will add to your Academic Success and Professional Development Plan that includes the following:
- Describe your approach to identifying and analyzing peer-reviewed research.
- Identify at least two strategies that you would use that you found to be effective in finding peer-reviewed research.
- Identify at least one resource you intend to use in the future to find peer-reviewed research.
Note: Add your work for this Assignment to the original document you began in the Module 1 Assignment, which was built from the Academic Success and Professional Development Plan Template.
By Day 7 of Week 5
Submit your analysis, including your completed section of the Academic Success and Professional Development Plan Template sections and your matrix and summary.
Submission and Grading Information
To submit your completed Assignment for review and grading, do the following:
- Please save your Assignment using the naming convention “WK5Assgn+last name+first initial.(extension)” as the name.
- Click the Week 5 Assignment Rubric to review the Grading Criteria for the Assignment.
- Click the Week 5 Assignment link. You will also be able to “View Rubric” for grading criteria from this area.
- Next, from the Attach File area, click on the Browse My Computer button. Find the document you saved as “Wk5Assgn+last name+first initial.(extension)” and click Open.
- If applicable: From the Plagiarism Tools area, click the checkbox for I agree to submit my paper(s) to the Global Reference Database.
- Click on the Submit button to complete your submission.
Grading Criteria
To access your rubric:
Week 5 Assignment Rubric
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| Using the Week 3 Part 3, section of your Academic Success and Professional Development Plan Template complete Step 1. Conduct an analysis of the elements of the research article you identified. Be sure to include the following:· The topic of interest you have selected. · Correctly formatted APA citation of the article you selected, along with link or search details. · Identify one or more professional practice uses of the theories/concepts presented in the article. | 23 (23%) – 25 (25%)The response clearly identifies the topic of interest selected. The response accurately and completely provides a citation of the article selected, including an accurate and complete link or thorough search details. The response clearly identifies and describes in detail a professional practice use of the theories/concepts presented in the article. | 20 (20%) – 22 (22%)The response partially identifies the topic of interest selected. The response provides a partial citation of the article selected, including a partial link or search details. The response partially identifies and describes a professional practice use of the theories/concepts presented in the article. | 18 (18%) – 19 (19%)The response vaguely identifies the topic of interest selected. The response vaguely or inaccurately provides a citation of the article selected, including vague or inaccurate search details. The response vaguely or inaccurately identifies and describes a professional practice use of the theories/concepts presented in the article. | 0 (0%) – 17 (17%)The response vaguely and inaccurately identifies the topic of interest selected or is missing. The response vaguely and inaccurately provides a citation of the article selected, including vague and inaccurate search details, or is missing. The response vaguely and inaccurately identifies and describes a professional practice use of the theories/concepts presented in the article or is missing. | ||
| Analysis of the article using the Research Analysis Matrix section of the template for:Strengths of the Research Limitations of the Research Relevancy to the Topic of Interest. · Write a one-paragraph justification explaining whether or not you would recommend the use of this article to inform professional practice. | 18 (18%) – 20 (20%)The response clearly and accurately provides a detailed analysis of the article using the Research Analysis Matrix section of the template. The response clearly and accurately explains in detail the justification of whether to recommend the use of the article to inform professional practice. | 16 (16%) – 17 (17%)The response provides a partial analysis of the article using the Research Analysis Matrix section of the template. The response partially explains the justification of whether or not to recommend the use of the article to inform professional practice. | 14 (14%) – 15 (15%)The response provides a vague or inaccurate analysis of the article using the Research Analysis Matrix section of the template. The response vaguely or inaccurately explains the justification of whether or not to recommend the use of the article to inform professional practice. | 0 (0%) – 13 (13%)The response provides a vague and inaccurate analysis of the article using the Research Analysis Matrix section of the template or is missing. The response vaguely and inaccurately explains the justification of whether or not to recommend the use of the article to inform professional practice or is missing. | ||
| Part 3, Step 2: Write a 2-3 paragraph summary that you will add to your Academic Success and Professional Development Plan that includes the following:· Describe your approach to identifying and analyzing peer-reviewed research · Identify at least two strategies that you would use that you found to be effective in finding peer-reviewed research. · Identify at least one resource you intend to use in the future to find peer-reviewed research. | 41 (41%) – 45 (45%)The response clearly and accurately describes in detail the approach to identifying and analyzing peer-reviewed research. The response clearly identifies and accurately describes in detail at least two strategies used to be effective in finding peer-reviewed research. The response clearly identifies and accurately describes in detail at least one resource you intend to use in the future to find peer-reviewed research. | 36 (36%) – 40 (40%)The response partially describes the approach to identifying and analyzing peer-reviewed research. The response partially identifies and describes at least two strategies used to be effective in finding peer-reviewed research. The response partially identifies and describes in detail at least one resource you intend to use in the future to find peer-reviewed research. | 32 (32%) – 35 (35%)The response vaguely or inaccurately describes the approach to identifying and analyzing peer-reviewed research. The response vaguely or inaccurately identifies and describes at least two strategies used to be effective in finding peer-reviewed research. The response vaguely or inaccurately identifies describes in detail at least one resource you intend to use in the future to find peer-reviewed research. | 0 (0%) – 31 (31%)The response vaguely and inaccurately describes the approach to identifying and analyzing peer-reviewed research or is missing. The response vaguely and inaccurately identifies and describes at least two strategies used to be effective in finding peer-reviewed research or is missing. The response vaguely or inaccurately identifies describes in detail or is missing at least one resource you intend to use in the future to find peer-reviewed research. | ||
| Written Expression and Formatting – Paragraph Development and Organization:Paragraphs make clear points that support well developed ideas, flow logically, and demonstrate continuity of ideas. Sentences are carefully focused–neither long and rambling nor short and lacking substance. which delineates all required criteria. | 5 (5%) – 5 (5%)Paragraphs and sentences follow writing standards for flow, continuity, and clarity. | 4 (4%) – 4 (4%)Paragraphs and sentences follow writing standards for flow, continuity, and clarity 80% of the time. | 3 (3%) – 3 (3%)Paragraphs and sentences follow writing standards for flow, continuity, and clarity 60%- 79% of the time. | 0 (0%) – 2 (2%)Paragraphs and sentences follow writing standards for flow, continuity, and clarity < 60% of the time. | ||
| Written Expression and Formatting – English writing standards: Correct grammar, mechanics, and proper punctuation | 5 (5%) – 5 (5%)Uses correct grammar, spelling, and punctuation with no errors. | 4 (4%) – 4 (4%)Contains a few (1-2) grammar, spelling, and punctuation errors. | 3 (3%) – 3 (3%)Contains several (3-4) grammar, spelling, and punctuation errors. | 0 (0%) – 2 (2%)Contains many (≥ 5) grammar, spelling, and punctuation errors that interfere with the reader’s understanding. | ||
| Total Points: 100 | ||||||
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Also Read:
Assignment: Academic Success and Professional Development Plan Part 4: Finalizing the Plan
Module 4 (Weeks 6–7): Master of Science in Nursing Practicum
Walden University, LLC. (Producer). (2018). The Walden Journey to a Masters in Nursing: Strategies and Resources for Success [Video file]. Baltimore, MD: Author.
Accessible player –Downloads– Download Video w/CC Download Audio Download Transcript
Learning Objectives
Students will:
- Analyze practicum requirements
- Evaluate preceptors
- Evaluate practicum sites
- Identify MSN Practicum concepts and requirements
| Due By | Assignment |
| Week 6, Days 1–2 | Read the Learning Resources. |
| Week 6, Days 3–7 | Begin to complete your Assignment by ensuring you can login to Meditrek |
| Week 7, Days 1–6 | Continue to compose your Assignment in Meditrek. |
| Week 7, Day 7 | Deadline to submit your Assignment. |
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Learning Resources
Required Readings
Document: Academic Success and Professional Development Plan Template (Word document)
Required Media
Practicum Introduction
Time Estimate: 21 minutes
Transcript – Practicum Introduction [PDF]
Document: Nursing Education Practicum (Narrated PowerPoint)
Nursing Informatics Practicum
Time Estimate: 9 minutes
Transcript – Nursing Informatics Practicum [PDF]
Practicum for the Nurse Executive
Time Estimate: 9 minutes
Transcript – Practicum for the Nurse Executive [PDF]
Document: Public Health Nursing Practicum (Narrated PowerPoint)
Primary Care Welcome Session
Time Estimate: 29 minutes
Transcript – Primary Care Welcome Session [PDF]
Psychiatric and Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) Practicum Overview
Time Estimate: 41 minutes
Transcript – Psychiatric and Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) Practicum Overview [PDF]
Acute Care Practicum
Time Estimate: 13 minutes
Transcript – Acute Care Practicum [PDF]
Document: How to Network and Find Preceptors (Narrated PowerPoint)
Practicum Assignment: Meditrek and the Practicum Plan
One of the requirements you must successfully complete for the Master of Science in Nursing is the Practicum(s). Everything you need to know about the Practicum requirements can be found in the Practicum Manual. It is important for you to be familiar with the Practicum Manual and the Practicum Requirements.
In preparation for the Practicum, you must identify your Preceptor(s), qualified nurses within a practicum site who are responsible for guiding students’ practicum experiences. There are specific qualifications for Preceptors. Once you find a person who is interested in serving as your Preceptor, you must also find out whether this individual meets the qualifications to serve as your preceptor. It is never too early to begin looking for a Preceptor.
For this Assignment, you will first login to Meditrek, the application the College of Nursing uses to track all Practicum information and documentation. You also will identify potential Preceptors and Practicum Sites and indicate when you plan to take the Practicum course(s) by completing the Practicum Plan in Meditrek.
Note: Make sure to start on this assignment early just in case you have problems logging into Meditrek.
To Prepare – Locate your Meditrek Credentials (Username and Password):
- Your credentials have been emailed to your Walden student email address. Search your Walden student issued email to locate the email from support@meditrek.info. (NOTE: Do not email Meditrek directly, please use the following methods if you are unable to locate your Meditrek credentials.)
- If you are unable to find your email, you may request your credentials emailed to you online by requesting a password reset online: https://edu.meditrek.com/public/ForgotPassword.aspx
- If you are unable to obtain your username and password for Meditrek, complete the Meditrek Credential Request form.
- If you are unable to reset your password online, call the Customer Care Team Support at 800-925-3368 or live chat via your student portal.
- Within Meditrek, click the “Search Affiliation Agreements” link to review the database of affiliation agreements that Walden has with potential field sites in your specialty and area.
The Assignment:
Part 1:
- Login to Meditrek.
- Once you are logged into Mediatrek, utilize the following tutorial to create a PDF of the home screen.
Note: Tutorials for this assignment can be found on the following webpage. Look for the header labeled “Planning for Practicum” on the webpage: https://academicguides.waldenu.edu/fieldexperience/son/applicationprocess#s-lib-ctab-27424489-0
Part 2:
- Using the affiliation agreement database search within Meditrek, identify potential Practicum Sites that are in your area.
- Complete the Practicum Plan form found in Meditrek.
- Once you have submitted the Practicum Plan, you will receive a confirmation email. Use the following tutorials to create a PDF of your confirmation email.
- Windows – Save an email as a PDF file
- Mac – Save an email as a PDF file
By Day 7 of Week 7
Submit the PDF of the Meditrek Home Screen and the email confirmation you received after submitting your Practicum Plan form in Meditrek
Submission and Grading Information
To submit your completed Assignment for review and grading, do the following:
- Please save your Assignment using the naming convention “WK7Assgn+last name+first initial.(extension)” as the name.
- Click the Week 7 Assignment Rubric to review the Grading Criteria for the Assignment.
- Click the Week 7 Assignment link. You will also be able to “View Rubric” for grading criteria from this area.
- Next, from the Attach File area, click on the Browse My Computer button. Find the document you saved as “WK7Assgn+last name+first initial.(extension)” and click Open.
- If applicable: From the Plagiarism Tools area, click the checkbox for I agree to submit my paper(s) to the Global Reference Database.
- Click on the Submit button to complete your submission.
