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The Assignment:

Using the “Week 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 reseach
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    Rubric

    NURS_6002_Week_3_Assignment_Rubric

    NURS_6002_Week_3_Assignment_Rubric

    Criteria	Ratings	Pts
    This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeUsing 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.	25 to >22.0 ptsExcellentThe 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. 22 to >19.0 ptsGoodThe 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. 19 to >17.0 ptsFairThe 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. 17 to >0 ptsPoorThe 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.	25 pts
    This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeAnalysis of the article using the Research Analysis Matrix section of the template for:Strengths of the ResearchLimitations of the ResearchRelevancy 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.	20 to >17.0 ptsExcellentThe 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. 17 to >15.0 ptsGoodThe 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. 15 to >13.0 ptsFairThe 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. 13 to >0 ptsPoorThe 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.	20 pts
    This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomePart 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.	45 to >40.0 ptsExcellentThe 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. 40 to >35.0 ptsGoodThe 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. 35 to >31.0 ptsFairThe 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. 31 to >0 ptsPoorThe 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.	45 pts
    This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeWritten 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 to >4.0 ptsExcellentParagraphs and sentences follow writing standards for flow, continuity, and clarity. 4 to >3.0 ptsGoodParagraphs and sentences follow writing standards for flow, continuity, and clarity 80% of the time. 3 to >2.0 ptsFairParagraphs and sentences follow writing standards for flow, continuity, and clarity 60%- 79% of the time. 2 to >0 ptsPoorParagraphs and sentences follow writing standards for flow, continuity, and clarity < 60% of the time.	5 pts
    This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeWritten Expression and Formatting – English writing standards: Correct grammar, mechanics, and proper punctuation	5 to >4.0 ptsExcellentUses correct grammar, spelling, and punctuation with no errors. 4 to >3.0 ptsGoodContains a few (1-2) grammar, spelling, and punctuation errors. 3 to >2.0 ptsFairContains several (3-4) grammar, spelling, and punctuation errors. 2 to >0 ptsPoorContains many (≥ 5) grammar, spelling, and punctuation errors that interfere with the reader’s understanding.