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Academic success and Professional development plan

Part 2, Section 1: Writing Sample: The Connection Between Academic and Professional Integrity

Explanation for the Relationship Between Academic Integrity and Writing

The development of nurse-scholars is based on the principles of academic honesty. It entails presenting one's views and efforts in an ethical and truthful manner. Writing and academic honesty have a complex relationship. Scholarly ideas may be expressed via writing.When a nurse-scholar maintains academic integrity in writing, it signifies commitment to the truthfulness and transparency of information. This integrity is reflected in proper citation practices, accurate data representation, and avoiding plagiarism. Writing with academic integrity builds a scholarly reputation and contributes to the credibility of the nursing profession.

Explanation for the Relationship Between Professional Practices and Scholarly Ethics

The connection between professional practices and scholarly ethics is vital for the nurse-scholar. Ethical conduct in professional practice involves upholding beneficence, justice, autonomy, and non-maleficence principles (O’Donoghue, 2022). Scholarly ethics are responsible for conducting research honestly, accurately, and fairly. It means that professional practices must be ethically sound in order for a nurse-scholar to make contributions to the profession that are clinically defensible. This synergy ensures that patient care is guided by evidence-based, ethically conducted research, promoting optimal health outcomes. The alignment of scholarly ethics with professional practices also establishes trust within the healthcare community and strengthens the nurse-scholar's dedication to upholding best patient care practices.

Grammarly, Turnitin, and Paraphrasing in Academic Integrity

Grammarly and Turnitin maintain academic integrity. Grammarly, for instance, detects grammatical mistakes, makes sure the message is clear and upholds academic language standards. On the other hand, Turnitin is a plagiarism checker that prevents accidental academic dishonesty (Ismail & Jabri, 2023). That is supplemented by paraphrasing, which enhances originality in work by rephrasing ideas while retaining their initial thoughts. They form part of the academic honesty watch-dogs ensuring that nurses-scholars' work is polished and ethically right regarding how they use language.

Part 2, Section 2: Strategies for Maintaining Integrity of Work

Academic Work as a Student of the MSN Program

Having enrolled into the MSN program, I have undertaken to always use academic resources such as online writing labs and APA style guide for my continued improvement of writing skills and correct citing practices. My comprehension of scholarly ethics will be deepened by participating in research ethics workshops. To make sure there is linguistic precision and no accidental plagiarism, checking every academic paper through Grammarly then Turnitin should become a habit.

Professional Work as a Nurse Throughout My Career

As I pursue my nursing career, I will maintain continuous professional development to be on the lookout for ethical considerations in healthcare. Working with interdisciplinary teams will promote an atmosphere of ethics-based decision-making (Mökander & Axente, 2021). My professional behaviour will be guided by seeking guidance from seasoned nurse scholars and ethical leaders in health care. Attending conferences addressing evidence-based practice and research ethics is one way to ensure that what I contribute follows the highest ethical standards.

References

Ismail, I., & Jabri, U. (2023). Academic Integrity: Preventing Students’ Plagiarism with TURNITIN. Edumaspul: Jurnal Pendidikan, 7(1), 28–38. https://doi.org/10.33487/edumaspul.v7i1.5392

Mökander, J., & Axente, M. (2021). Ethics-based auditing of automated decision-making systems: intervention points and policy implications. AI & SOCIETY. https://doi.org/10.1007/s00146-021-01286-x

O’Donoghue, K. (2022). Learning Analytics within Higher Education: Autonomy, Beneficence and Non-maleficence. Journal of Academic Ethics, 21(1). https://doi.org/10.1007/s10805-021-09444-y

ACADEMICSUCCESSANDPROFESSIONALDEVELOPMENTPLANPART3.docx

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

To Prepare:

· Reflect on the strategies presented in the Resources this Module's Learning Resources in support of locating and analyzing research.

· Use the Walden Library to identify and read one peer-reviewed research article focused on a topic in your specialty field that interests you.

· 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:

· 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 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.

Using 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 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.

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.

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.

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.

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 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.

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.

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.

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.

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 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.

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.

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.

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.

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 pts

Excellent

Paragraphs and sentences follow writing standards for flow, continuity, and clarity.

4 to >3.0 pts

Good

Paragraphs and sentences follow writing standards for flow, continuity, and clarity 80% of the time.

3 to >2.0 pts

Fair

Paragraphs and sentences follow writing standards for flow, continuity, and clarity 60%- 79% of the time.

2 to >0 pts

Poor

Paragraphs 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 pts

Excellent

Uses correct grammar, spelling, and punctuation with no errors.

4 to >3.0 pts

Good

Contains a few (1-2) grammar, spelling, and punctuation errors.

3 to >2.0 pts

Fair

Contains several (3-4) grammar, spelling, and punctuation errors.

2 to >0 pts

Poor

Contains many (≥ 5) grammar, spelling, and punctuation errors that interfere with the reader’s understanding.

5 pts

Total Points: 100

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