DNP 835 Topic 8 Reflective Journal Assignment
DNP 835 Topic 8 Reflective Journal Assignment
DNP 835 Topic 8 Reflective Journal Assignment
Assessment Description
Learners must maintain a reflective journal integrating self-reflection and inquiry demonstrated in the current Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) course.
General Requirements:
Use the following information to ensure successful completion of the assignment:
Download the “Reflective Journal Template,” located in the DNP PI Workspace, for submission. Directions provided in the template should be followed because they align to the assignment rubric.
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A minimum of three peer-reviewed references published within the last 5 years is required.
Doctoral learners are required to use the current APA style for their essay writing assignments. The current APA Style Guide is located in the Student Success Center.
This assignment uses a rubric. Please review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar with the expectations for successful completion.
You are required to submit this assignment to LopesWrite. A link to the LopesWrite technical support articles is located in Class Resources if you need assistance.
Learners will submit this assignment using the assignment dropbox in the digital classroom. In addition, learners must upload this deliverable to the Learner Dissertation Page (LDP) in the DNP PI Workspace for later use. Failure to submit the reflective journal to both locations can result in an Incomplete for the course
Directions:
Using a scholarly approach, maintain a reflective journal integrating self-reflection and inquiry demonstrated in the current DNP course.
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Topic 8 Reflective Journal – Rubric
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Rubric Criteria
Total20 points
| Criterion | 1. Unsatisfactory | 2. Insufficient | 3. Approaching | 4. Acceptable | 5. Target |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Additional Resources for Influencing Optimal Learning Outcomes
Additional Resources for Influencing Optimal Learning Outcomes |
0 points
A discussion of additional resources for influencing optimal learning outcomes is not included. |
3.2 points
A discussion of additional resources for influencing optimal learning outcomes is incomplete or otherwise deficient. |
3.52 points
An introductory discussion of additional resources for influencing optimal learning outcomes is provided, but with minimal detail or support. |
3.68 points
A complete discussion of additional resources for influencing optimal learning outcomes is provided with appropriate details and support. |
4 points
A clear discussion of additional resources for influencing optimal learning outcomes is provided, with relevant details and support. |
| Development, Structure, and Conclusion
Advances position or purpose throughout writing; conclusion aligns to and evolves from development. |
0 points
No advancement of the thesis, position, or purpose is evident. Connections between paragraphs are missing or inappropriate. No conclusion is offered. |
0.64 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. |
0.7 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. |
0.74 points
The thesis, position, or purpose is logically advanced throughout. The progression of ideas is coherent and unified. A clear and plausible conclusion aligns to the development of the purpose. |
0.8 points
The thesis, position, or purpose is coherently and cohesively advanced throughout. The progression of ideas is coherent and unified. A convincing and unambiguous conclusion aligns to the development of the purpose. |
| Mechanics of Writing
Includes spelling, capitalization, punctuation, grammar, language use, sentence structure, etc. |
0 points
Errors in grammar or syntax are pervasive and impede meaning. Incorrect language choice or sentence structure errors are found throughout. |
0.64 points
Frequent and repetitive mechanical errors are present. Inconsistencies in language choice or sentence structure are recurrent. |
0.7 points
Occasional mechanical errors are present. Language choice is generally appropriate. Varied sentence structure is attempted. |
0.74 points
Few mechanical errors are present. Suitable language choice and sentence structure are used. |
0.8 points
No mechanical errors are present. Skilled control of language choice and sentence structure are used throughout. |
| Professional Practice and Approach
Professional Practice and Approach |
0 points
A discussion of discoveries by the learner about professional practice and approach is incomplete or limited. |
3.2 points
A discussion of discoveries by the learner about professional practice and approach is not included. |
3.52 points
An introductory discussion of discoveries by the learner about professional practice is included, but only minimal detail or support is provided for approach. |
3.68 points
A detailed discussion of discoveries by the learner about professional practice and approach is complete, with appropriate details and support. |
4 points
A cogent, scholarly discussion of discoveries by the learner about professional practice and approach is clearly explained, with relevant details and support. |
| Personal Knowledge and Skills
Personal Knowledge and Skills |
0 points
A reflection on the personal knowledge and skills gained in the course, including examples of accomplishments or challenges, that addresses at least three health care related topics is not included. |
3.2 points
A reflection on the personal knowledge and skills gained in the course, including examples of accomplishments or challenges, that addresses at least three health care related topics is incomplete or otherwise deficient. |
3.52 points
A reflection on the personal knowledge and skills gained in the course, including examples of accomplishments or challenges, that addresses at least three health care related topics is provided, but with minimal detail or support. |
3.68 points
A reflection on the personal knowledge and skills gained in the course, including examples of accomplishments or challenges, that addresses at least three health care related topics is provided with appropriate details and support. |
4 points
A reflection on the personal knowledge and skills gained in the course, including examples of accomplishments or challenges, that addresses at least three health care related topics is thoroughly explored and clearly explained with relevant details and support. |
| Format/Documentation
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. |
0 points
Appropriate format is not used. No documentation of sources is provided. |
0.64 points
Appropriate format is attempted, but some elements are missing. Frequent errors in documentation of sources are evident. |
0.7 points
Appropriate format and documentation are used, although there are some obvious errors. |
0.74 points
Appropriate format and documentation are used with only minor errors. |
0.8 points
No errors in formatting or documentation are present. Selectivity in the use of direct quotations and synthesis of sources is demonstrated. |
| Course Outcomes and Competencies Aligned to the Course
Course Outcomes and Competencies Aligned to the Course |
0 points
A description of how the learner achieved course outcomes and met the competencies aligned to the course is not included. |
3.2 points
A description of how the learner achieved course outcomes and met the competencies aligned to the course is incomplete or otherwise deficient. |
3.52 points
An introductory description of how the learner achieved course outcomes and met the competencies aligned to the course is provided with minimal detail or support. |
3.68 points
A complete description of how the learner achieved course outcomes and met the competencies aligned to the course is provided with appropriate details and support. |
4 points
A cogent, scholarly description of how the learner achieved course outcomes and met the competencies aligned to the course is thoroughly explored and clearly explained with relevant details and support. |
| Thesis, Position, or Purpose
Communicates reason for writing and demonstrates awareness of audience. |
0 points
The thesis, position, or purpose is not discernible. No awareness of the appropriate audience is evident. |
0.64 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. |
0.7 points
The thesis, position, or purpose is adequately developed. An awareness of the appropriate audience is demonstrated. |
0.74 points
The thesis, position, or purpose is clearly communicated throughout and clearly directed to a specific audience. |
0.8 points
The thesis, position, or purpose is persuasively developed throughout and skillfully directed to a specific audience. |
| Evidence
Selects and integrates evidence to support and advance position/purpose; considers other perspectives. |
0 points
Evidence to support the thesis, position, or purpose is absent. The writing relies entirely on the perspective of the writer. |
0.64 points
Evidence is used but is insufficient or of limited relevance. Simplistic explanation or integration of other perspectives is present. |
0.7 points
Relevant evidence that includes other perspectives is used. |
0.74 points
Specific and appropriate evidence is included. Other perspectives are integrated. |
0.8 points
Comprehensive and compelling evidence is included. Multiple other perspectives are integrated effectively. |
