Research

Grading Criteria

Possible Points

Student’s Score

I. Format

17

A.     Faculty: Oral Communication Skills Evaluation Instrument (5)

B.     Students:  Participation Evaluation (5)

8

Note: Handouts: (5)

1. Provide a separate handout of the following items:

2. Outline

3. Objectives

10

3. Length (5-6 slide[s] not counting title slide)

2

4. APA general formatting rules and citations throughout paper

2

II. Content

75

A. Literature Review

· Objectively Evaluate relevant aspects of each study

· Explain how selected elements of the studies support your purpose

· Use research articles to define concepts used in problem statement

20

B. State Purpose

· The clinical problem and how you plan to change it, and explain selected Utilization Model

· How did this model helps direct your purpose

15

C. Deliver a persuasive argument

· Present specific examples of the change you are promoting, as they are based in the evidence (results) of the research you have chosen.

· Anticipate criticisms of your proposed change, and support your ideas by the research results from the research you have chosen.

25

D. Explore implications of the study for clinical practice and further research

15

III. References

8

A. Correct empirical references: at least 5, from Nursing sources, from U.S., within 5 years, proper APA format / citation matched. (4)

B. Explanation of & / or journaling of collaboration with a nursing unit if possible. This should include degree to which your project was able to be implemented. (4)

Total Points

100