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.

Prompt: Consider the purpose and process of meta-analysis or metasynthesis and how it informs evidence-based practice. As you respond, reflect on the following:  What is the purpose and the process in performing a metasynthesis or a meta-analysis?  Why is the process essential in performing a metasynthesis or a meta-analysis?  How do recommendations made on the basis of these metasyntheses or meta-analyses work to improve quality of care?

Guidelines for Submission: Your journal must be submitted as a 1- to 2-paragraph Microsoft Word document with 12-point Times New Roman font and one-inch margins. All citations and references should be formatted according to the most recent APA guidelines. 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, including how recommendations made on the basis of these metasyntheses or meta-analyses improve quality of care Demonstrates a vague understanding of the purpose of the process, or does not connect how recommendations made improve quality of care 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, including why the process is essential when performing a metasynthesis or meta-analysis 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 Total 100%