This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomePhenomenon of Interest
 
 
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5 pts 
Met 
Confers and confirms topic with faculty. Clearly states topic and relevance to Nursing. States problem in PICO format and shares topic in PICO format with class. 
 
 
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2.5 pts 
Partially met 
Areas of improvement needed. Edit recommendations not fully incorporated. 
 
 
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0 pts 
Not Met/ No submission 
Not Met/ No submission 
 
 
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 5 pts
  
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This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeSignificance of Problem / Background
 
 
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15 pts 
Met 
Establishes significance of problem. Uses primary sources to support statements about significance of problem. Identifies current standards of practice. 
 
 
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7.5 pts 
Partially met 
Areas of improvement needed. Edit recommendations not fully incorporated. 
 
 
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0 pts 
Not Met/ No submission 
Not Met/ No submission 
 
 
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 15 pts
  
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This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeStatement of Purpose
 
 
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5 pts 
Met 
Clearly states the purpose of the literature review. Describes briefly search techniques employed to locate studies reviewed. Inclusion and exclusion criteria for studies used in review. Locates 10 pertinent studies for use in Literature Review. 
 
 
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2.5 pts 
Partially met 
Areas of improvement needed. Edit recommendations not fully incorporated. 
 
 
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0 pts 
Not Met/ No submission 
Not Met/ No submission 
 
 
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 5 pts
  
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This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeLiterature Review Table
 
 
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10 pts 
Met 
Table includes each research study reviewed in the critique of the literature. Table columns address significant aspects of the studies / phenomenon of interest. Provides detailed information not provided in text of paper. Is inserted at the end of the paper as Appendix 1. 
 
 
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5 pts 
Partially met 
Areas of improvement needed. Edit recommendations not fully incorporated. 
 
 
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0 pts 
Not Met/ No submission 
Not Met/ No submission 
 
 
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 10 pts
  
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This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeCritique of the Literature
 
 
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25 pts 
Met 
Content is organized, identifying key aspects of the phenomenon using subject headings as appropriate. Synthesizes critique of reviewed studies on issues of research design, framework, sampling methods, analysis and reporting of results, etc. 
 
 
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12.5 pts 
Partially met 
Areas of improvement needed. Edit recommendations not fully incorporated. 
 
 
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0 pts 
Not Met/ No submission 
Not Met/ No submission 
 
 
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 25 pts
  
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This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeConclusion
 
 
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20 pts 
Met 
Summarizes the findings from the literature. Identifies implications for Nursing Practice. Makes recommendations for future practice. 
 
 
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10 pts 
Partially met 
Areas of improvement needed. Edit recommendations not fully incorporated. 
 
 
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0 pts 
Not Met/ No submission 
Not Met/ No submission 
 
 
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 20 pts
  
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This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeStyle
 
 
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10 pts 
Met 
Adheres to APA 7th Edition format (Margins, headings, font, size and reference style). Logical flow and clear presentation of information. Uses proper / professional grammar, syntax and punctuation. Minimum 10 pages, maximum 13 (excluding title page, tables, and references). 
 
 
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5 pts 
Partially met 
Areas of improvement needed. Edit recommendations not fully incorporated. 
 
 
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0 pts 
Not Met/ No submission 
Not Met/ No submission 
 
 
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 10 pts
  
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This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeReferences
 
 
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10 pts 
Met 
Reference list includes a minimum of 10 studies reviewed (>12 may be used for background information). Refs are current (within the last 5 yrs.) unless explained. In-text citations match references listed. 
 
 
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5 pts 
Partially met 
Areas of improvement needed. Edit recommendations not fully incorporated. 
 
 
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0 pts 
Not Met/ No submission 
Not Met/ No submission 
 
 
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 10  
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