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Quantitative Studies

9.5 points

Criteria Description

Quantitative Studies

5. Target

9.5 points

Two articles are presented. Both articles are based on quantitative research.

4. Acceptable

8.46 points

N/A

3. Approaching

7.51 points

N/A

2. Insufficient

7.13 points

Two articles are presented. Of the articles presented, only one article is based on quantitative research.

1. Unsatisfactory

0 points

Only one article is presented. Neither of the articles presented use quantitative research.

Introduction of Nursing Practice Problem, Purpose and Picot Question

9.5 points

Criteria Description

Introduction of Nursing Practice Problem, Purpose and Picot Question

5. Target

9.5 points

Introduction includes the nursing practice problem and purpose of the essay in a comprehensive manner. The PICOT question is concise, accurately written, and includes all elements.

4. Acceptable

8.46 points

Introduction includes the nursing practice problem and purpose of the essay in a clear manner. The PICOT question is clear and includes all elements.

3. Approaching

7.51 points

Introduction includes a basic description of the nursing practice problem and purpose of the essay. The PICOT question is present.

2. Insufficient

7.13 points

Introduction does not include a clear description of the nursing practice problem and purpose of the essay. The PICOT question is not clearly written and is missing some of the necessary elements.

1. Unsatisfactory

0 points

Introduction of the nursing practice problem, purpose of the essay, or PICOT question is not included.

Background of Studies

9.5 points

Criteria Description

Background of Studies

5. Target

9.5 points

Background of studies, including problem, significance to nursing, purpose, objective, and research questions, is thorough with substantial relevant details and an extensive explanation.

4. Acceptable

8.46 points

Background of studies, including problem, significance to nursing, purpose, objective, and research questions, is complete and includes relevant details.

3. Approaching

7.51 points

Background of studies, including problem, significance to nursing, purpose, objective, and research questions, is partially complete and includes some relevant details and explanation.

2. Insufficient

7.13 points

Background of studies, including problem, significance to nursing, purpose, objective, and research questions, is not clearly written and lacks information.

1. Unsatisfactory

0 points

Background of studies, including problem, significance to nursing, purpose, objective, and research questions, is not included.

Articles Support of Nursing Practice Problem

24.7 points

Criteria Description

Articles Support of Nursing Practice Problem

5. Target

24.7 points

A thorough discussion on how articles support the PICOT question is presented. The articles demonstrate strong support in answering the proposed PICOT question. The interventions and comparison groups in the articles strongly compare to those identified in the PICOT question.

4. Acceptable

21.98 points

A discussion on how articles support the PICOT question is presented. The articles demonstrate support in answering the proposed PICOT question. The interventions and comparison groups in the articles compare to those identified in the PICOT question.

3. Approaching

19.51 points

A discussion on how articles support the PICOT question is presented. The articles demonstrate general support in answering the proposed PICOT question. The interventions and comparison groups in the articles generally compare to those identified in the PICOT question.

2. Insufficient

18.53 points

A discussion on how articles support the PICOT question and how the interventions and comparison groups compare to those identified in the PICOT question is unclear or lacking information.

1. Unsatisfactory

0 points

A discussion on how articles support the PICOT question and how the interventions and comparison groups compare to those identified in the PICOT question is not included.

Method of Studies

26.6 points

Criteria Description

Method of Studies

5. Target

26.6 points

A thorough discussion on the method of study for each article and the comparison of study methods is presented. A benefit and a limitation of each method are presented. The discussion demonstrates a solid understanding of research methods.

4. Acceptable

23.67 points

A detailed discussion on the method of study for each article and the comparison of study methods is presented. A benefit and a limitation of each method are presented.

3. Approaching

21.01 points

A general discussion on the method of study for each article and the comparison of study methods is presented. A benefit and a limitation of each method are included but the description is general.

2. Insufficient

19.95 points

A partial discussion on the method of study for each article and the comparison of study methods is presented. A benefit and a limitation of each method are omitted or incomplete. There are significant inaccuracies.

1. Unsatisfactory

0 points

A discussion on the method of study for each article is not included.

Results of Studies

26.6 points

Criteria Description

Results of Studies

5. Target

26.6 points

A discussion of the results of each study, including key findings and implications for nursing practice, is thorough with substantial relevant details and extensive explanation.

4. Acceptable

23.67 points

A discussion of the results of each study, including key findings and implications for nursing practice is complete and includes relevant details and supporting explanation.

3. Approaching

21.01 points

A general discussion of the results of each study, including key findings and implications for nursing practice, is included.

2. Insufficient

19.95 points

A discussion of the results of each study, including key findings and implications for nursing practice, is unclear and incomplete.

1. Unsatisfactory

0 points

A discussion of the results of each study, including key findings and implications for nursing practice, is not included.

Ethical Considerations

26.6 points

Criteria Description

Ethical Considerations

5. Target

26.6 points

Ethical considerations when conducting nursing research is comprehensively discussed. Discussion of how the researchers accounted for ethical considerations is thorough with substantial relevant details and extensive explanation.

4. Acceptable

23.67 points

Ethical considerations when conducting nursing research is clearly discussed. Discussion of how the researchers accounted for ethical considerations is through.

3. Approaching

21.01 points

Ethical considerations when conducting nursing research is discussed in basic manner. Discussion of how the researchers accounted for ethical considerations is included.

2. Insufficient

19.95 points

Ethical considerations when conducting nursing research unclear. Discussion of how the researchers accounted for ethical considerations is incomplete.

1. Unsatisfactory

0 points

Ethical considerations when conducting nursing research is not included. Discussion of how the researchers accounted for ethical considerations is not included.

Thesis, Position, or Purpose

13.3 points

Criteria Description

Communicates reason for writing and demonstrates awareness of audience.

5. Target

13.3 points

The thesis, position, or purpose is clearly communicated throughout and clearly directed to a specific audience.

4. Acceptable

11.84 points

The thesis, position, or purpose is adequately presented. An awareness of the appropriate audience is demonstrated.

3. Approaching

10.51 points

The thesis, position, or purpose is discernable in most aspects but is occasionally weak or unclear. There is limited awareness of the appropriate audience.

2. Insufficient

9.98 points

The thesis, position, or purpose is unfocused or confused. There is very little awareness of the intended audience.

1. Unsatisfactory

0 points

The thesis, position, or purpose is not discernible. No awareness of the appropriate audience is evident.

Development, Structure, and Conclusion

13.3 points

Criteria Description

Advances position or purpose throughout writing; conclusion aligns to and evolves from development.

5. Target

13.3 points

The thesis, position, or purpose is logically advanced throughout. The progression of ideas is coherent and unified. A clear and logical conclusion aligns to the development of the purpose.

4. Acceptable

11.84 points

The thesis, position, or purpose is advanced in most aspects. Ideas clearly build on each other. Conclusion aligns to the development of the purpose.

3. Approaching

10.51 points

Limited advancement of thesis, position, or purpose is discernable. There are inconsistencies in organization or the relationship of ideas. Conclusion is simplistic and not fully aligned to the development of the purpose.

2. Insufficient

9.98 points

Writing lacks logical progression of the thesis, position, or purpose. Some organization is attempted, but ideas are disconnected. Conclusion is unclear and not supported by the overall development of the purpose.

1. Unsatisfactory

0 points

No advancement of the thesis, position, or purpose is evident. Connections between paragraphs are missing or inappropriate. No conclusion is offered.

Evidence

11.4 points

Criteria Description

Selects and integrates evidence to support and advance position/purpose; considers other perspectives.

5. Target

11.4 points

Specific and appropriate evidence is included. Relevant perspectives of others are clearly considered.

4. Acceptable

10.15 points

Relevant evidence that includes other perspectives is used.

3. Approaching

9.01 points

Evidence is used but is insufficient or of limited relevance. Simplistic explanation or integration of other perspectives is present.

2. Insufficient

8.55 points

Evidence is limited or irrelevant. The interpretation of other perspectives is superficial or incorrect.

1. Unsatisfactory

0 points

Evidence to support the thesis, position, or purpose is absent. The writing relies entirely on the perspective of the writer.

Mechanics of Writing

11.4 points

Criteria Description

Includes spelling, capitalization, punctuation, grammar, language use, sentence structure, etc.

5. Target

11.4 points

No mechanical errors are present. Appropriate language choice and sentence structure are used throughout.

4. Acceptable

10.15 points

Few mechanical errors are present. Suitable language choice and sentence structure are used.

3. Approaching

9.01 points

Occasional mechanical errors are present. Language choice is generally appropriate. Varied sentence structure is attempted.

2. Insufficient

8.55 points

Frequent and repetitive mechanical errors are present. Inconsistencies in language choice or sentence structure are recurrent.

1. Unsatisfactory

0 points

Errors in grammar or syntax are pervasive and impede meaning. Incorrect language choice or sentence structure errors are found throughout.

Format/Documentation

7.6 points

Criteria Description

Uses appropriate style, such as APA, MLA, etc., for college, subject, and level; documents sources using citations, footnotes, references, bibliography, etc., appropriate to assignment and discipline.

5. Target

7.6 points

No errors in formatting or documentation are present.

4. Acceptable

6.76 points

Appropriate format and documentation are used with only minor errors.

3. Approaching

6 points

Appropriate format and documentation are used, although there are some obvious errors.

2. Insufficient

5.7 points

Appropriate format is attempted, but some elements are missing. Frequent errors in documentation of sources are evident.

1. Unsatisfactory

0 points

Appropriate format is not used. No documentation of sources is provided.