Assignment Paper

NUR 440 Journal Assignment Guidelines and Rubric
Overview: This journal assignment is private between you and the instructor and is meant to give you an opportunity to explore your understanding of the
purpose and process of a particular concept, in this case, metasynthesis/meta-analysis.
Guidelines for Submission: Your journal assignment must be 1–2 paragraphs in length. All sources must be cited using APA format. Submit assignment as a
Word document with double spacing, 12-point Times New Roman font, and one-inch margins.
Critical Elements Exemplary (100%) Proficient (85%) Needs Improvement (55%) Not Evident (0%) Value
Purpose Meets “Proficient” criteria and
offers insightful examples as to
why the process is important
Demonstrates a clear
understanding of the purpose
of the process
Demonstrates a vague
understanding of the purpose
of the process
Does not demonstrate an
understanding of the purpose
of the process
45
Process Meets “Proficient” criteria and
offers an example of the
process
Clearly explains the process Briefly explains the process Does not explain the process 45
Articulation of
Response
(APA/Mechanics)
Submission is free of errors
related to citations, grammar,
spelling, syntax, and
organization and is presented in
a professional and easy-to-read
format
Submission has no major errors
related to citations, grammar,
spelling, syntax, or organization
Submission has major errors
related to citations, grammar,
spelling, syntax, or organization
that negatively impact
readability and articulation of
main ideas
Submission has critical errors
related to citations, grammar,
spelling, syntax, or organization
that obstruct understanding
10
Earned Total 100%

Consider the purpose and process of meta-analysis or metasynthesis and how it informs evidence-based
practice. How do recommendations made on the basis of these meta-analyses work to improve quality of
care? Why would basing a practice change on one research article be unreliable?
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