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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.
RESOURCES
Be sure to review the Learning Resources before completing this activity.
Click the weekly resources link to access the resources.
WEEKLY RESOURCES
· Al-Jundi, A., & Sakka, S. (2017).
Critical appraisal of clinical research
Links to an external site.
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Journal of Clinical and Diagnostic Research: JCDR, 11(5), JE01–JE05. https://doi.org/10.7860/JCDR/2017/26047.9942
· Shellenbarger, T. (2016).
Simplifying synthesis
Links to an external site.
. Nurse Author & Editor, 26(3). Retrieved from http://naepub.com/reporting-research/2016-26-3-3/
· Walden University Library. (n.d.).
Databases A-Z: Nursing
Links to an external site.
. Retrieved October 4, 2019 from https://academicguides.waldenu.edu/az.php?s=19981
· Walden University Library. (n.d.).
Evaluating resources: Journals
Links to an external site.
. Retrieved October 4, 2019, from https://academicguides.waldenu.edu/library/evaluating/resource-types/journals
· Walden University Library. (n.d.).
Instructional media: Fundamentals of library research
Links to an external site.
. Retrieved October 4, 2019 from https://academicguides.waldenu.edu/library/instructionalmedia/researchfundamentals
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Walden University Writing Center.
Links to an external site.
(n.d.). Retrieved November 14, 2018, from https://academicguides.waldenu.edu/writingcenter/home
· Walden University Writing Center. (n.d.).
Common assignments: Synthesizing your sources
Links to an external site.
. https://academicguides.waldenu.edu/writingcenter/assignments/literaturereview/synthesizing
· Walden University Writing Center. (n.d.).
Scholarly writing: Overview
Links to an external site.
. Retrieved November 14, 2018, from https://academicguides.waldenu.edu/writingcenter/scholarly
· Walden University Writing Center. (n.d.).
Webinars: Technical information
Links to an external site.
. Retrieved November 14, 2018, from https://academicguides.waldenu.edu/writingcenter/webinars/technical
· Document:
Academic Success and Professional Development Plan Template
Download Academic Success and Professional Development Plan Template(Word document)
· Document:
Introduction to Scholarly Writing: Tips for success
Download Introduction to Scholarly Writing: Tips for success(PDF)
To Prepare:
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Reflect on the strategies presented in the Resources this Module's Learning Resources in support of locating and analyzing research.
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Use the Walden Library to identify and read one peer-reviewed research article focused on a topic in your specialty field that interests you.
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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:
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Your topic of interest.
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A correctly formatted APA citation of the article you selected, along with link or search details.
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Identify a professional practice use of the theories/concepts presented in the article.
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Analysis of the article using the “Research Analysis Matrix” section of the template
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Write a 1-paragraph justification stating whether you would recommend this article to inform professional practice.
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Write a 2- to 3-paragraph summary that you will add to your Academic Success and Professional Development Plan that includes the following:
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Describe your approach to identifying and analyzing peer-reviewed research.
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Identify at least two strategies that you would use that you found to be effective in finding peer-reviewed research.
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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 INFORMATION
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Then, click on Start Assignment near the top of the page.
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Next, click on Upload File and select Submit Assignment for review.
Rubric
NURS_6003_Module03_Week05_Assignment_Rubric
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NURS_6003_Module03_Week05_Assignment_Rubric
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Criteria
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Ratings
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Pts
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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.
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25 to >22.0 pts
Excellent
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.
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22 to >19.0 pts
Good
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.
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19 to >17.0 pts
Fair
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.
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17 to >0 pts
Poor
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.
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25 pts
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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.
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20 to >17.0 pts
Excellent
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.
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17 to >15.0 pts
Good
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.
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15 to >13.0 pts
Fair
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.
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13 to >0 pts
Poor
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.
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20 pts
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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.
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45 to >40.0 pts
Excellent
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.
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40 to >35.0 pts
Good
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.
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35 to >31.0 pts
Fair
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.
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31 to >0 pts
Poor
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.
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45 pts
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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.
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5 to >4.0 pts
Excellent
Paragraphs and sentences follow writing standards for flow, continuity, and clarity.
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4 to >3.0 pts
Good
Paragraphs and sentences follow writing standards for flow, continuity, and clarity 80% of the time.
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3 to >2.0 pts
Fair
Paragraphs and sentences follow writing standards for flow, continuity, and clarity 60%- 79% of the time.
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2 to >0 pts
Poor
Paragraphs and sentences follow writing standards for flow, continuity, and clarity < 60% of the time.
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5 pts
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This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeWritten Expression and Formatting – English writing standards: Correct grammar, mechanics, and proper punctuation
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5 to >4.0 pts
Excellent
Uses correct grammar, spelling, and punctuation with no errors.
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4 to >3.0 pts
Good
Contains a few (1-2) grammar, spelling, and punctuation errors.
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3 to >2.0 pts
Fair
Contains several (3-4) grammar, spelling, and punctuation errors.
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2 to >0 pts
Poor
Contains many (≥ 5) grammar, spelling, and punctuation errors that interfere with the reader’s understanding.
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5 pts
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Total Points: 100
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