The purpose of this assignment is to (a) develop a mission statement, (b) identify consistency between the program mission statement and the parent institution, (c) identify collaborative input from classmates in the development of a mission, and (d) demonstrate skills in the development and articulation of ideas in a scholarly manner.Assignment Criteria for the Paper
Mission statement reflects original work of the student.
Mission statement reflects uniqueness of the nursing program and is congruent with the mission statement of the parent institution.
Mission statement is clear, concise, and succinct and includes teaching and service.
Changes to the initial mission statement are identified, based on peer collaboration.
There is a minimum of two scholarly references related to mission statement development.
Grammar, spelling, punctuation, references, and citations are consistent with formal academic writing and APA format as expressed in the current edition.
An introduction and conclusion are required in the paper.
Directions and Grading Criteria
Category
Points
%
Description
Mission statement
20
16%
Mission statement clearly identifies the program’s goal.
Mission statement
15
12%
Mission statement is congruent with the mission of the parent institution.
Mission statement
15
12%
Mission statement specifically addresses how teaching and service are viewed.
Mission statement
15
12%
Mission statement is concise.
Mission statement
15
12%
Mission statement distinguishes this program from other similar programs.
Mission statement
15
12%
Mission statement clearly addresses target population.
Peer collaboration influence
15
12%
Influence of peer collaboration on final mission and philosophy statement is clearly identified in the paper.
Graduate-level writing style
15
12%
The required content includes the following.
Correct spelling, grammar, and punctuation
Exceptional writing style with clarity, flow, and organization of information throughout the paper
Congruence with APA mechanics of style
Introduction to the assignment is present
Conclusion to the assignment is present
References are required
APA format for citing and referencing sources
Total
125
100%
A quality paper will meet or exceed all of the above requirements.
Rubric
NR524 Week 2 Mission Statement Rubric
NR524 Week 2 Mission Statement Rubric
Criteria Ratings Pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeMission statement clearly identifies the program’s goal.
20 pts
The mission statement clearly identifies the program’s goal.
16 pts
The mission statement only partially identifies the program’s goal.
10 pts
The mission statement minimally identifies the program’s goal.
0 pts
The mission statement does not identify the program goal.
20 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeMission statement is congruent with the mission of the parent institution.
15 pts
The mission statement is congruent with the mission of the parent institution.
12 pts
The mission statement is partially congruent with the mission of the parent institution.
8 pts
The mission statement is minimally congruent with the mission of the parent institution.
0 pts
The mission statement is not congruent with the mission of the parent institution.
15 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeMission statement specifically addresses how teaching and service are viewed.
15 pts
The mission statement clearly states how teaching and service are viewed.
12 pts
The mission statement partially addresses how teaching and service are viewed.
8 pts
The mission statement only vaguely addresses how teaching and service are viewed.
0 pts
The mission statement does not address how teaching and service are viewed.
15 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeMission statement is concise.
15 pts
The mission statement is concise (three sentences or less).
0 pts
The mission statement is not concise. It is more than three sentences.
15 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeMission statement distinguishes this program from other similar programs.
15 pts
Mission statement clearly states how this program stands out as unique.
12 pts
Mission statement partially addresses the uniqueness of this program.
8 pts
Mission statement only vaguely addresses what sets this program apart from others.
0 pts
Mission statement fails to address what sets this program apart from others.
15 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeMission statement clearly addresses target population.
15 pts
Mission statement clearly addresses target population.
12 pts
Mission statement partially addresses target population.
8 pts
Mission statement lacks clear information about the target population.
0 pts
Mission statement fails to address target population.
15 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomePeer collaboration influence on mission statement
15 pts
Influence of peer collaboration on final mission statement is clearly identified in the paper.
12 pts
Influence of peer collaboration on final mission statement is identified but with occasional inaccuracies or lack of clarity.
8 pts
Influence of peer collaboration on final mission statement does not identify specific details.
0 pts
Influence of peer collaboration is missing from the paper.
15 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeScholarly writing at the graduate level
15 pts
0–1 error or exceptions to the rules of APA citation style, grammar, spelling, word usage, punctuation, and other aspects of formal written work as found in the current edition of the APA manual. Required scholarly references are included.
12 pts
2–3 errors or exceptions to the rules of APA citation style, grammar, spelling, word usage, punctuation, and other aspects of formal written work as found in the current edition of the APA manual. Only 1 scholarly reference is included.
8 pts
4–5 errors or exceptions to the rules of APA citation style, grammar, spelling, word usage, punctuation, and other aspects of formal written work as found in the current edition of the APA manual. References are included, however, not all are considered scholarly references.
0 pts
6 or more errors or exceptions to the rules of APA citation style, grammar, spelling, word usage, punctuation, and other aspects of formal written work as found in the current edition of the APA manual. References are not included, or they are not scholarly.
15 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeLate Deductions
0 pts
Student does not meet the deadline for submission 10% per day up to 30% total (3-days)
0 pts
submission met deadline
0 pts
Total Points: 125
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