Evidence Based Practice I

Course Details

Course Number: NURS 6872  Section Number: X30

Summer I 2012

Location: Bridwell Hall

Classroom Number: Internet

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MSU Faculty Member
Dr. Karen Polvado   
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Course Objectives

OBJECTIVES

The objectives for the course were developed to help students develop a timely, useful project that enables them to gain senior leadership skills.  Upon completion of this course the student will be able to:

  1. Understand the project planning process
  2. Develop a problem statement and rationale for project
  3. Compose measurable, pertinent, time specific objectives
  4. Complete a preliminary draft of the following project elements:
    1. Problem statement and rationale
    2. Objectives
  5. Develop peer critiquing skills

Course Expectations

Module 1: Problem Statement and Rationale (Weeks 1, 2, 3)

Activity #1:          June 17, 2011

Discussion:          June 24, 2011

 

Module 2: Project Objectives and Outcomes (Weeks 4, 5, 6)

Activity #2:          July 8, 2011

Discussion:          July 15, 2011

 

Module 3: Planning in the Logic Model (Weeks 7, 8, 9, 10)

Activity #3:          July 29, 2011

Discussion:          August 5, 2011


Grading Standards

Grading Scale

 

A

90-100

B

80-89

C

74-79

D

65-73

F

64 and below

               

Evaluation

 

Assessment Measure

% Course Grade

Class Participation (via discussion board)

15%

Activity #1

20%

Activity #2

30%

Activity #3a

20%

Activity #3b

15%

Total

100

 


Submission Format Policy

Submitting assignments. Attach your assignments as Word documents when you post them in the assignment section of WebCT.  Please make sure your assignments are in Word 2007 or newer format.  Always keep a copy of your assignments for your own records.  All assignments should be submitted in the format required.  APA format should be utilized if a specific format is not disclosed.



Note: You may not submit a paper for a grade in this class that already has been (or will be) submitted for a grade in another course, unless you obtain the explicit written permission of me and the other instructor involved in advance.

Late Paper Policy

Student Responsibilities and Class Requirements

Students are accountable for policies regarding graduate nursing programs and completion of requirements for all graduate students as stated in the Graduate Catalog and Graduate Student Handbook.  Students are responsible for making appointments with faculty concerning class assignments as necessary.  This is an online class and students are expected to access the course via WebCT on a regular basis for updates and information.  Any assignment received late will receive a penalty of 3 points for each day the assignment is late.  All course requirements must be met in order to pass the course.

 

Netiquette. Whether you are an experienced Internet user or a novice one, there are "rules of the road."  These rules are referred to as "netiquette" or "internet etiquette."  Please familiarize or refresh yourself at http://www.albion.com/netiquette/corerules.html.

 

Submitting assignments. Attach your assignments as Word documents when you post them in the assignment section of WebCT.  Please make sure your assignments are in Word 2007 or newer format.  Always keep a copy of your assignments for your own records.  All assignments should be submitted in the format required.  APA format should be utilized if a specific format is not disclosed.


Plagiarism Policy Plagiarism is the use of someone else's thoughts, words, ideas, or lines of argument in your own work without appropriate documentation (a parenthetical citation at the end and a listing in "Works Cited")-whether you use that material in a quote, paraphrase, or summary. It is a theft of intellectual property and will not be tolerated, whether intentional or not.

Student Honor Creed

As an MSU Student, I pledge not to lie, cheat, steal, or help anyone else do so."

As students at MSU, we recognize that any great society must be composed of empowered, responsible citizens. We also recognize universities play an important role in helping mold these responsible citizens. We believe students themselves play an important part in developing responsible citizenship by maintaining a community where integrity and honorable character are the norm, not the exception. Thus, We, the Students of Midwestern State University, resolve to uphold the honor of the University by affirming our commitment to complete academic honesty. We resolve not only to be honest but also to hold our peers accountable for complete honesty in all university matters. We consider it dishonest to ask for, give, or receive help in examinations or quizzes, to use any unauthorized material in examinations, or to present, as one's own, work or ideas which are not entirely one's own. We recognize that any instructor has the right to expect that all student work is honest, original work. We accept and acknowledge that responsibility for lying, cheating, stealing, plagiarism, and other forms of academic dishonesty fundamentally rests within each individual student. We expect of ourselves academic integrity, personal professionalism, and ethical character. We appreciate steps taken by University officials to protect the honor of the University against any who would disgrace the MSU student body by violating the spirit of this creed. Written and adopted by the 2002-2003 MSU Student Senate.

Students with Disabilities The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is a federal anti-discrimination statute that provides comprehensive civil rights protection for persons with disabilities. Among other things, this legislation requires that all students with disabilities be guaranteed a learning environment that provides for reasonable accommodation of their disabilities. If you believe you have a disability requiring an accommodation, please contact the Disability Support Services in Room 168 of the Clark Student Center, 397-4140.

Safe Zones Statement The professor considers this classroom to be a place where you will be treated with respect as a human being - regardless of gender, race, ethnicity, national origin, religious affiliation, sexual orientation, political beliefs, age, or ability. Additionally, diversity of thought is appreciated and encouraged, provided you can agree to disagree. It is the professor's expectation that ALL students consider the classroom a safe environment.

Contacting your Instructor All instructors in the Department have voicemail in their offices and MWSU e-mail addresses. Make sure you add your instructor's phone number and e-mail address to both email and cell phone lists of contacts.

Attendance Requirements

Class Participation

 

Class participation for this course occurs via the discussion board on WebCT.  Students are expected to answer/post discussion responses as assigned in each learning module.  It is the student’s responsibility to post discussion responses in a timely manner and according to module instructions.


Other Policies

Academic Dishonesty

All students are expected to pursue their scholastic careers with honesty and integrity.  Academic dishonesty includes, but is not limited to, cheating on a test or other course work, plagiarism (offering the work of another as one’s own), and the unauthorized collaboration with another person.  Students found guilty of dishonesty in their scholastic pursuits are subject to penalties that may include suspension or expulsion from the University.

 

By enrolling in this course, the student expressly grants MSU a "limited right" in all intellectual property created by the student for the purpose of this course.  The "limited right" shall include but shall not be limited to the right to reproduce the student's work product in order to verify originality and authenticity, and for educational purposes.


Writing Proficiency Requirement All students seeking a Bachelor's degree from Midwestern State University must satisfy a writing proficiency requirement once they've 1) passed English 1113 and English 1123 and 2) earned 60 hours. You may meet this requirement by passing either the Writing Proficiency Exam or English 2113. Please keep in mind that, once you've earned over 90 hours, you lose the opportunity to take the $25 exam and have no option but to enroll in the three-credit hour course. If you have any questions about the exam, visit the Writing Proficiency Office website at http://academics.mwsu.edu/wpr, or call 397-4131.