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Module 3 Assignment i

· Due Jul 13 by 11:59pm

· Points 20

· Submitting an external tool (Turnitin)

icon  Literature Review & Evidence Matrix Assignment

For this assignment, you will prepare a 3 to 4 page review of the literature pertinent to a selected problem for healthcare research and to use that review to propose a methodology to address the problem.

A. Conduct a search of literature relevant to the problem/topic. Identify a minimum of 4 references, most of which are randomized clinical trials. Only one opinion article may be included.

B. Read the peer- reviewed articles with the focus of preparing a document that will compare and contrast the information in the articles you found. Copies of the articles used must be submitted with the final paper.

C. The reader of your literature review should be able to clearly identify the gaps in the knowledge in the problem area as well as the purpose of the study you are proposing. The number of pages in this assignment should be no longer than 4 pages. You should be able to write enough to create an effective argument but not so much that the result looks padded. 

D. Prepare an Evidence Matrix using the template located in  Module 2: Lecture Materials & Resources .

Submission Instructions:

· The introduction is original work and logically organized.

· The paper is 3-4 pages in length and follows current APA format including citation of references.

· Incorporate a minimum of 4 current (published within the last five years) scholarly journal articles or primary legal sources (statutes, court opinions) within your work.

· Journal articles and books should be referenced according to the current APA style (the library has a copy of the APA Manual).

· Complete and submit the assignment by 11:59 PM ET.

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Grading Rubric 

Your assignment will be graded according to the grading rubric.

Essay/Paper Rubric

Criteria

Ratings

Points

Identification of Main Issues/Problems

Distinguished - 4 points Identify and demonstrate a sophisticated understanding of the issues/problems.

Excellent - 3 points Identifies and demonstrate an accomplished understanding of most of issues/problems.

Fair - 2 points Identifies and demonstrate an acceptable understanding of most of issues/problems.

Poor - 1 point Identifies and demonstrate an unacceptable understanding of most of issues/problems.

4 points

Analysis and Evaluation of Issues/Problems

Distinguished - 4 points Presents an insightful, thorough analysis and evaluation of issues/problems.

Excellent - 3 points Presents a thorough analysis and evaluation of most of the issues/problems.

Fair - 2 points Presents a superficial or incomplete analysis and evaluation of issues/problems.

Poor - 1 point Presents unacceptable analysis and evaluation of issues/problems.

4 points

Demonstrates a Conceptual Understanding

Distinguished - 4 points Provides a thorough, competent and interpretive responses to all issues/problems, and shows a high level of conceptual understanding.

Excellent - 3 points Provides a competent and interpretive responses to all issues/problems, and shows a moderate level of conceptual understanding.

Fair - 2 points Provides a competent responses to all issues/problems, but lacks interpretation and a moderate level of conceptual understanding.

Poor - 1 point Provides an unacceptable response to all issues/problems, and lacks interpretation and a moderate level of conceptual understanding.

4 points

Use of Citations to Course Readings and Additional Research/Literature

Distinguished - 4 points Effectively uses the literature and other resources to inform their work. Exceptional use of citations and extended referencing.

Excellent - 3 points Effectively uses the literature and other resources to inform their work. Moderate use of citations and extended referencing.

Fair - 2 points Ineffectively uses the literature and other resources to inform their work. Moderate use of citations and extended referencing.

Poor - 1 point Ineffectively uses the literature and other resources to inform their work. Unacceptable use of citations and extended referencing.

4 points

Writing Mechanics and APA Formatting Guidelines

Distinguished - 4 points Demonstrate a high level of clarity, precision, and attention to detail. APA style is correct and writing is free of grammar and spelling errors.

Excellent - 3 points Demonstrate a high level of clarity. APA style and writing mechanics need more precision and attention to detail.

Fair - 2 points Demonstrate a moderate level of clarity. APA style and writing mechanics need more precision and attention to detail.

Poor - 1 point Demonstrates issues in writing and communicating clearly. APA style and writing mechanics need serious attention.

4 points

Total Points 

20

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