Applied Theory Paper (considered the “final”)

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See pp. 42-43 in the syllabus. This assignment is considered the “final” project for this course with the cultural/self-care gathering that occurs during finals week completing the required 16-week course. Both the Applied Theory Paper and 16- week gathering at the designated “final” date/time are mandatory.

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CriteriaRatingsPts
Body of Paper: Introduction to paper/theorists
5 ptsFull creditProvided a brief history of theory/model explaining the origins of the theory/model.

2.5 pts Partial creditProvided a biographical history of the theorist, not an explanation as to the evolution/theoretical origins of each theory/model.

0 pts No credit




5 pts
Body of Paper: Description of theories/models
5 ptsFull creditDescribed each theory/model including conceptual level, basic idea(s) of each, & areas of concern of each, as applicable.

2.5 pts Partial creditProvided a partial description each theory/model including conceptual level, basicidea(s) of each, & areas of concern for each, as applicable.

0 pts No credit





5 pts
Body of Paper: Theory/Model analysis
5 ptsFull creditComprehensively analyzed/evaluated theory/model in relationship to metaparadigm from theory/model’s author’s view.

2.5 pts Partial CreditPartially includes discussion of nursing metaparadigm as they related to each theory or model.

0 pts No credit




5 pts
Body of Paper: Arguments
10 pts Full creditThoroughly discussed if theory/model was supported by research; articulatesusefulness, relevance; describes current application in research and practice.

5 ptsPartial creditPartially discussed if theory/model was supported by research; some discussion of usefulness, relevance; some discussion of application to research and practice.

0 pts No Marks





10 pts
Body of Paper: Theory/Model comparing/contrasting
20 pts Full creditClearly described the differences & similarities between the 2 theories/models, demonstrated through application of theories/models to same clinical scenario. Addressed clarity, simplicity, generalizability of theory/model. Effectively demonstrates ability to apply theory/model into same clinical scenario.

10 pts Partial creditPartially described the differences & similarities between the 2theories/models as well as included some discussion around theory/model clarity,simplicity, and generalizability. Included some application of theory/model is same clinical scenario.

0 pts No credit
20 pts
CriteriaRatingsPts
Body of Paper: Conclusion
5 ptsFull creditProvided a synopsis of the paper including purpose of paper, thesis statement, keyideas, & recommendation for future (the “sowhat” or “next steps”).

2.5 pts Partial creditProvided partial synopsis of the paper; purpose of paper, thesis statement, key ideas, and/or recommendation for future (the “so what” or “next steps”) are missing.

0 pts No credit





5 pts
Research: References, citations, & quotations
10 pts Full creditComplied completely with APA 7th edition for references, citations, & quotations.

5 ptsPartial creditIdentified 5+ errors related to APA 6th edition for references, citations, & quotations.

0 pts No credit



10 pts
Research: Resource completion
5 ptsFull creditIncluded 4+ scholarly articles or resources (2 per theory/model).

2.5 pts Partial creditIncluded 2 scholarly articles or resources (e.g., 1 per theory/model), which may/may not have been appropriate resources.

0 pts No credit




5 pts
Text Mechanics: Writing
15 pts Full creditAll elements of analysis included; writing without errors (grammatical, form, spelling, punctuation); overall impression is positive.

7.5 pts Partial creditMost of analysis elements are present; writing with 5+ errors (grammatical, form, spelling, punctuation); overall impression is fair to good.

0 pts No credit




15 pts
Total Points: 80
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