Assignment descriiption : The capstone project is a large scale project where students choose a topic that relates to nursing, where they are working, or where they would like to work. The results of the project will be presented in the last semester of the BSN program in the last capstone course.
Below are the notes from the professors :
BSN 355 is where you will choose a project topic and write a proposal. There are several components used in the course that you will be expected to fill out and combine as part of your capstone. Remember this is just the start of your project. You will need to work on your capstone project in the second and third semester in order to be successful.
Directions:
Using the information already compiled in previous assignments, create a proposal of at least 8 pages (not including the Title page and Reference page) which includes:
A Title Page including a title for your project
A Literature Review supporting the need for the project
At least 5 or more peer reviewed articles supporting the proposal
Objectives and strategies for achievement of the Capstone project
Background for the proposal including supportive resources indicated throughout the course e.g. budgeting, outcomes, evaluations.
Formatting using APA style.
APA 7th edition format of the American Psychological Association (APA) is the official style used by Nightingale College. This style and format used to cite sources can be referenced from
Write the paper using APA style and upload to this drop box by the due date. Please review the rubric used to give feedback for more information.
Rubric : This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeIntentional Learning, Reflection, and Clinical Judgment
45 to >40.0 pts
Exemplary
Appraises/Analyzes a relevant topic and a thesis that provides direction for the content that is engaging and thought provoking. The thesis clearly and concisely states the position, premise, or hypothesis and is consistently the focal point throughout the presentation/paper.
Demonstrates a sophisticated examination and deduction and careful, critical analysis of the research topic and thesis (argument). Presents differing perspectives, considers integration of opposing positions, and draws original and thoughtful conclusions with future implications.
40 to >36.0 pts
Accomplished
Appraises/Analyzes a relevant topic and a thesis that provides adequate direction for the content with some degree of interest for the reader. The majority (>50%) of the thesis states the position, premise, or hypothesis, and is the focal point of the presentation/paper. Demonstrates examination and some deduction and critical analysis of the research topic and thesis (argument). Adequately presents differing perspectives integration of opposing positions but broader connections and/or implications are explored (>50%).
36 to >32.0 pts
Developing
Appraises/Examines a research topic but may be too broad in scope and/or the thesis is somewhat unclear and needs to be developed further. Focal point is not consistently maintained throughout the presentation/paper. Demonstrates a general examination (<50%) with limited critical analysis of the research topic and thesis (argument). Articulates different perspectives, or integration of opposing positions. 32 to >0 pts
Unsatisfactory – Beginning
Fails to identify a relevant research topic or is not clearly defined and/or the presentation/paper lacks focus throughout. Demonstrates a lack of examination and inadequate analysis of the research topic and thesis (<20%). Analysis is superficial based on opinions and preferences rather than critical analysis. 45 pts This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeDecision Making and Evidence Based Practice 40 to >36.0 pts
Exemplary
Provides distinguishing, and accurate evidence base analyzing and integrating the main concept beyond the required (5) peer-reviewed sources. Research sources are relevant, accurate, current (less than 5 years old) reliable, reflecting and validating the strength of the content.
36 to >32.0 pts
Accomplished
Provides distinguishing, and accurate evidence base analyzing and integrating the main concept beyond the required (5) peer-reviewed sources. Research sources are relevant, accurate, current (less than 5 years old) reliable, reflecting and validating the strength of the content.
32 to >28.0 pts
Developing
Provides evidence to support the main concept with less than 5 adequate and permissible research sources. Sources may not be relevant, accurate, reliable, less than 5 years old and scholarly reference
28 to >0 pts
Unsatisfactory – Beginning
Lacks sufficient research sources to support the main concept and/or, if included, are generally not relevant, accurate, less than five years old, or reliable. Contains numerous factual mistakes, repeating, omissions, or oversimplifications.
40 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeOrganization and Presentation
35 to >32.0 pts
Exemplary
Ideas are organized logically, flows smoothly, and with an effective progression of thought from paragraph to paragraph connecting to the central position. Includes all required components (introduction, body, conclusion, citations, references, etc.). For a slide presentation, the design, font size, style, speaker notes/narration and spacing are optimal for audience viewing. Five or more of the following rules must be included. Slide presentation rules: 6×6 bullet points, Font ≥ 20 Notes associated with each slide. Narration (if required) is associated with each slide. Includes the required number of slides, excluding Title and Reference slides in the count. The presentation uses appropriate images or animation. (In-text citations are included). The slide presentation is appealing.
32 to >28.0 pts
Accomplished
deas are organized with progression of thought from paragraph to paragraph connecting to the central position. The progression may flow awkwardly and be difficult to follow at times but is generally understandable. Includes all required components (introduction, body, conclusion, citations, references, etc.). For a slide presentation, the design, font size, style, speaker notes/narration and spacing are optimal for audience viewing. Four of the following rules are included. Slide presentation rules: 6×6 bullet points, Font ≥ 20 Notes associated with each slide. Narration (if required) is associated with each slide. Includes the required number of slides, excluding Title and Reference slides in the count. The presentation uses appropriate images or animation. (In-text citations are included). The slide presentation is appealing.
28 to >23.0 pts
Developing
Ideas may not flow well and/or connect to the central position. The lack of logical progression diminishes understanding. Or may be missing a required component and/or components (introduction, body, conclusion, citations, references, etc.) are less than complete.
For a slide presentation, multiple aspects (the design, font size, style, speaker notes/narration and spacing) require further development for optimal audience viewing. Three of the following rules are included. Slide presentation rules: 6×6 bullet points, Font ≥ 20 Notes associated with each slide. Narration (if required) is associated with each slide. Includes the required number of slides, excluding Title and Reference slides in the count. The presentation uses appropriate images or animation. (In-text citations are included). The slide presentation is appealing.
23 to >0 pts
Unsatisfactory – Beginning
Content lacks logical organization and impedes readers’ comprehension of ideas. For a paper, central position is not evident, or the paper is missing multiple required components (introduction, body, conclusion, citations, references, etc.). For a slide presentation, the design lacks appropriate font size, style, speaker notes/narration and spacing) for optimal viewing by an audience. . Less than three of the following rules are included. The following rules are generally not followed. Slide presentation rules: 6×6 bullet points, Font ≥ 20 Notes associated with each slide. Narration (if required) is associated with each slide. Includes the required number of slides, excluding Title and Reference slides in the count. The presentation uses appropriate images or animation. (In-text citations are included). The slide presentation is appealing.
35 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeWriting and APA Formatting
30 to >28.0 pts
Exemplary
Style and voice are appropriate to the given audience and purpose, but also show originality and creativity. Word choice is specific, purposeful, dynamic, and varied. Free of mechanical and typographical errors. A variety of sentence structures and effective figures of speech are used.
Writer is clearly in command of standard, written, academic English. APA 7th Edition guidelines for formatting are consistently followed. Includes in-text citations and references.
28 to >24.0 pts
Accomplished
Style and voice are appropriate to the given audience and purpose. Word choice is specific and purposeful, and varied throughout. Minimal (<5) mechanical or typographical errors are present. Correct sentence structure and audience- appropriate language are used. APA 7th Edition guidelines for formatting are present. Includes in-text citations and references. 24 to >20.0 pts
Developing
Style and voice are appropriate to given audience and purpose. Repetitive mechanical or typographical errors (>5 but <10). Inconsistencies in language, sentence structure and/or word choice. Use of APA 7th Edition guidelines are generally present, however are incorrectly formatted. 20 to >0 pts
Unsatisfactory – Beginning
Style and voice are appropriate to given audience and purpose. Repetitive mechanical or typographical errors (>10). Inconsistencies in language, sentence structure and/or word choice. Lacks elements required in writing a formal APA 7th Edition presentation/paper: title page, references, in-text citations, headers.
30 pts
Total Points: 150
Use the final template !
Feedback from literature review : Title page-remove running head;
Instructor credentials incorrect
Misstated purpose statement. HINT: The purpose of this paper is to present a review of findings of the literature review completed on your topic.
Methods of Searching-Defined how sources were obtained, including databases and keywords used; also searched for current sources (< 5 years old).
Project Proposal Topic-Did not discuss project topic in detail.
Review of the Literature-Information is either incomplete or vague and does not give the reader a sense that the learner understood the content of the literature review.
What were your main takeaways (as a healthcare professional) after reading each article as they relate to your project/intervention?
