Module Reflective Discussion Guidelines and RubricPURPOSE
The purpose of this reflective discussion is to encourage student reflection upon concepts learned
during the module and their contribution to professional growth. Students will reflect upon learning
within each module and connect insights gained with course-specific outcomes.
DUE DATE
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•
Reflection 1 is due by 11:59 p.m. MT Wednesday during Modules 1–8 of the session.
Reflection 2 is due by 11:59 p.m. MT Sunday at the end of Modules 1–7 of the session
and due 11:59 p.m. MT Saturday at the end of Module 8 of the session.
TOTAL POINTS POSSIBLE: 15 POINTS
REFLECTION OVERVIEW
This course includes eight weekly modules of content. During each of the eight modules within this
course session, please respond to the following reflective questions, beginning with Module 1 (the first
week of the session) and continuing in consecutive order throughout the eight modules of the course
session.
For each module, consider the course concepts and topics addressed during the respective module,
and respond to the following questions.
Reflection 1: Review the course outcomes and consider the module objectives. What do you
hope to learn during this module of study?
Reflection 2: Based on your response to Reflection 1, state one insight that you gained regarding
the concepts in this module. Connect learning achieved to a minimum of one course outcome
addressed during this module.
REFLECTION INSTRUCTIONS
1. Abide by the Chamberlain College of Nursing Academic Integrity Policy.
2. Read the two reflective questions and respond within the following timeframes noted above.
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3. Follow the rules of grammar, spelling, word usage, punctuation, and sentence and paragraph
structures.
4. The use of first person tense is acceptable in the reflective discussions.
REFLECTION CRITERIA
Category
Points
%
Description
Reflection 1
6
40%
Reflective posting is submitted and describes what the student
hopes to learn during this module.
Reflection 2
6
40%
Reflective posting is submitted and
• describes one insight gained regarding the concepts in
this module; and
• connects learning achieved to a minimum of one course
outcome addressed in this module.
Timeliness of
Postings
3
20%
During Modules 1–8: Posting in response to Reflection 1 is made
before Wednesday 11:59 p.m. MT.
AND
During Modules 1–7: Posting in response to Reflection 2 is made
between Thursday 12:00 a.m. MT and Sunday 11:59 p.m. MT.
OR
During Module 8: Posting in response to Reflection 2 is made
between Thursday 12:00 a.m. MT and Saturday 11:59 p.m. MT.
Graduatelevel Writing
Style
It is an expectation that graduate-level writing style is used, evidenced by correct:
• Grammar
• Spelling
• Word usage
• Punctuation
• Sentence structure
• Paragraph structure
If the above expectation is not met, 3 points shall be deducted.
Total
15
100%
A quality reflective discussion will meet or exceed all the above
requirements.
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GRADING RUBRIC
Reflection
Criteria
Met
Not Met
Reflection 1
6 Points
0 Points
Reflective posting is submitted and describes
what the student hopes to learn during this
module.
Reflective posting is submitted but fails to clearly
describe what the student hopes to learn during
this module.
OR
No posting is submitted in response to Reflection
1.
Reflection 2
6 Points
0 Points
Reflective posting is submitted and
• describes one insight gained regarding
the concepts in this module; and
• connects learning achieved to a
minimum of one course outcome
addressed in this module.
Reflective posting is submitted but fails to meet
one or both of the following criteria.
• Describes one insight gained regarding
the concepts in this module.
• Connects learning achieved to a minimum
of one course outcome addressed in this
module.
OR
No posting is submitted in response to Reflection
2.
Timeliness of
Postings
3 Points
0 Points
The following expectations for timely postings
are met:
One or more of the following expectations for
timely postings are not met:
During Modules 1–8: Posting in response to
Reflection 1 is made before Wednesday 11:59
p.m. MT.
During Modules 1–8: Posting in response to
Reflection 1 is made before Wednesday 11:59
p.m. MT.
AND
AND
During Modules 1–7: Posting in response to
Reflection 2 is made between Thursday 12:00
a.m. MT and Sunday 11:59 p.m. MT.
During Modules 1–7: Posting in response to
Reflection 2 is made between Thursday 12:00 a.m.
MT and Sunday 11:59 p.m. MT.
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Graduatelevel Writing
Style
OR
OR
During Module 8: Posting in response to
Reflection 2 is made between Thursday 12:00
a.m. MT and Saturday 11:59 p.m. MT.
During Module 8: Posting in response to
Reflection 2 is made between Thursday 12:00 a.m.
MT and Saturday 11:59 p.m. MT.
0 Points Deducted
3 Points Deducted
Graduate-level writing style is used, evidenced
by correct:
• Grammar
• Spelling
• Word usage
• Punctuation
• Sentence structure
• Paragraph structure
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One or more errors is present in any of the
following areas.
•
•
•
•
•
•
Grammar
Spelling
Word usage
Punctuation
Sentence structure
Paragraph structure
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Module 1 Assignment:
Global Health Issue
Guidelines and Rubric
DUE 01/13/23
PURPOSE
Global health is influenced by a number of factors, including access to resources, globalization and an
increasingly mobile society. Across the world, the health of individuals and populations share common
concerns as a result of this interconnectedness. The United Nations established Sustainable Development
Goals (SDGs) to target key determinants of health to reduce global health disparity and promote health
equity for all.
The purpose of this assignment is to investigate a global health issue and examine the SDG that informs
strategies surrounding the selected issue. Factors that influence the issue will be analyzed, and efforts
aimed to address the issue will be examined locally and globally. Implications for advanced nursing practice
will be identified.
COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES
Through this assignment, the student will address the following course learning outcomes:
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•
•
•
CO 1: Describe the relationship between globalization, health status, and healthcare delivery (PO 3,
5)
CO 2: Analyze the diverse variables that shape global health and their impact on health disparity
worldwide (PO 5)
CO 3: Propose strategies to support health equity and improve health outcomes from a global
perspective (PO 5)
CO 4: Consider professional opportunities to serve, advocate for, and contribute to the
advancement of global health (PO 3, 4, 5)
SUGGESTED DUE DATE
This assignment has a suggested due date of Sunday 11:59 pm MT at the end of Module 1.
Final due date is Sunday 11:59 pm MT at the end of Module 7.
TOTAL POINTS POSSIBLE: 200 POINTS
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ASSIGNMENT OVERVIEW
Review the SDGs and the health issues addressed through this initiative. Select one SDG of interest and
consider the variables that influence this issue. Consider how efforts to address this SDG are evident in your
region and globally, along with implications for the MSN-prepared nurse.
In a 3 to 5- page paper, address the elements below. Use a minimum of 4 peer-reviewed scholarly sources,
current within 5 years, to support your work. See rubric for specific, required content criteria within each
section of the paper:
1. Provide an introduction to the paper.
2. Describe a selected global health issue, the factors that influence that health issue, and the impact
of globalization on this health issue. Explain one SDG that targets the issue.
3. Discuss at least one local initiative and one global initiative to address this health issue. Explain how
the local and global initiatives are similar and different, and how they align with the identified SDG
to promote global health.
4. Describe opportunities for the MSN-prepared nurse to support the local and global initiatives
identified. Propose one additional nursing strategy to address this issue and explain the intended
impact of the proposed strategy on global health.
5. Provide a conclusion to the paper.
ASSIGNMENT INSTRUCTIONS
1. Abide by the Chamberlain College of Nursing Academic Integrity Policy.
2. Sources older than five years may not be used without the permission of the class professor.
3. Title page, pagination, subheadings, body of paper, citation of sources, and reference page must
follow APA guidelines as found in the current edition of the manual.
4. Rules of grammar, spelling, word usage, punctuation, sentence and paragraph structure are
followed and consistent with formal, scholarly writing as noted in the APA Manual (current edition).
5. No more than one short direct quote (15 words or less) may be used in this assignment.
6. First person should not be used within this assignment.
7. Please note: If you do not receive a proficient rating in any major content category, you can resubmit your assignment with revisions in those content categories to receive a better grade. You
have one additional opportunity to revise after the initial submission in order to make
improvements. The initial submission must be a complete paper, rough drafts will not be graded. All
revisions must be submitted no later than Sunday of Week 7 at 11:59pm. (You cannot revise your
graduate-level writing style for a higher grade in that category)
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ASSIGNMENT CRITERIA
Assessment
Criteria
Points
%
Description
Introduction
20
10%
In this section you will:
• Provide opening statements regarding the
impact of global health
• Identify the selected global health issue to be
examined
• Identify the sections of the paper
• Integrate sufficient scholarly literature to
support information presented
Global Health
Issue
40
20%
In this section you will:
• Describe a selected global health issue
• Explain the factors that influence the health
issue
• Explain the impact of globalization on the
health issue
• Identify and discussion one SDG that targets
the issue
• Integrate sufficient scholarly literature to
support information presented
Strategies to
Promote Global
Health
40
20%
In this section you will:
• Discuss one local initiative and one global
initiative to address the selected health issue
• Explain how the local and global initiatives
are similar and different
• Describe how both initiatives align with the
identified SDG to promote global health
• Integrate sufficient scholarly literature to
support information presented
Implications for
Advanced
Nursing Practice
50
25%
In this section you will:
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Describe opportunities for the MSN-prepared
nurse to support the local and global
initiatives identified
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•
•
Propose one additional nursing strategy to
address this issue
Explain the intended impact of the proposed
strategy on global health
Integrate sufficient scholarly literature to
support information presented
Conclusion
20
10%
In this section you will:
• Include a concise summary of key points
regarding the selected global health issue
• Provide concluding statements regarding
implications for advanced nursing practice
Graduate-level
Writing Style
30
15%
•
•
•
•
•
Correct use of spelling, grammar, punctuation,
sentence and paragraph structure
Clarity, organization, and logical flow of ideas
within writing
Scholarly, professional writing tone with no use of
first person
Synthesis of information is present with no more
than one short direct quote (15 words or less)
Correct APA format for the following:
o Page numbering
o Font style and size
o Margins and spacing
o Headings; subheadings
o Citation and referencing sources
o Mechanics of style (abbreviations,
capitalization, italics, numbers)
Quality of
Literature
Support
It is an expectation that a minimum of 4 scholarly sources, current within five years,
are integrated within the assignment.
Assignment
Length Criteria
It is an expectation that the paper is a minimum of 3 pages in length, and a maximum
of 5 pages (not including the title or reference pages).
If the above expectation is not met, 5 points shall be deducted.
If the above expectation is not met, 5 points shall be deducted.
Total
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200
100%
A quality assignment will meet or exceed the above
requirements.
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GRADING RUBRIC
Assessment
Criteria
Introduction
Distinguished
Exceeds
Proficient
Needs Improvement
(100%)
(92%)
(84%)
(0)
20 Points
18 Points
16 Points
0 Points
Proficient presentation of
information evidenced by
content covered in a limited
or superficial manner in two
or more of the content areas:
Presentation of information
needs improvement as
evidenced by content that is
missing or unsatisfactory in one
or more of the content areas:
Distinguished presentation of
information evidenced by all of
the following content areas
covered in a comprehensive
and concise manner:
• Provides opening
statements regarding
the impact of global
health
• Identifies the selected
global health issue to
be examined
• Identifies the sections
of the paper
• Integrates sufficient
scholarly literature to
support information
presented
Presentation of
information exceeds
expectations evidenced
by most content covered
in a comprehensive and
concise manner, but with
one area where coverage
is superficial:
•
•
•
•
Provides opening
statements regarding
the impact of global
health
Identifies the selected
global health issue to be
examined
Identifies the sections of
the paper
Integrates sufficient
scholarly literature to
support information
presented
•
•
•
•
Provides opening
statements regarding
the impact of global
health
Identifies the selected
global health issue to
be examined
Identifies the sections
of the paper
Integrates sufficient
scholarly literature to
support information
presented
•
•
•
•
Provides opening
statements regarding
the impact of global
health
Identifies the selected
global health issue to be
examined
Identifies the sections of
the paper
Integrates sufficient
scholarly literature to
support information
presented
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Global Health
Issue
40 Points
36 Points
33 Points
0 Points
Distinguished presentation of
information evidenced by all of
the following content areas
covered in a comprehensive
and concise manner:
• Describes a selected
global health issue
• Explain the factors that
influence the health
issue
• Explains the impact of
globalization on the
health issue
• Identifies and
discussion one SDG
that targets the issue
• Integrates sufficient
scholarly literature to
support information
presented
Presentation of
information exceeds
expectations evidenced
by most content covered
in a comprehensive and
concise manner, but with
one area where coverage
is superficial:
• Describes a selected
global health issue
• Explain the factors that
influence the health
issue
• Explains the impact of
globalization on the
health issue
• Identifies and discussion
one SDG that targets
the issue
• Integrates sufficient
scholarly literature to
support information
presented
Proficient presentation of
information evidenced by
content covered in a limited
or superficial manner in two
or more of the content areas:
• Describes a selected
global health issue
• Explain the factors
that influence the
health issue
• Explains the impact of
globalization on the
health issue
• Identifies and
discussion one SDG
that targets the issue
• Integrates sufficient
scholarly literature to
support information
presented
Presentation of information
needs improvement as
evidenced by content that is
missing or unsatisfactory in one
or more of the content areas:
40 Points
36 Points
33 Points
0 Points
•
•
•
•
•
Describes a selected
global health issue
Explain the factors that
influence the health
issue
Explains the impact of
globalization on the
health issue
Identifies and discussion
one SDG that targets
the issue
Integrates sufficient
scholarly literature to
support information
presented
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Strategies to
Promote
Global Health
Implications
for Advanced
Nursing
Practice
Distinguished presentation of
information evidenced by all of
the following content areas
covered in a comprehensive
and concise manner:
• Discusses one local
initiative and one
global initiative to
address the selected
health issue
• Explains how the local
and global initiatives
are similar and
different
• Describes how both
initiatives align with the
identified SDG to
promote global health
• Integrates sufficient
scholarly literature to
support information
presented
Presentation of
information exceeds
expectations evidenced
by most content covered
in a comprehensive and
concise manner, but with
one area where coverage
is superficial:
• Discusses one local
initiative and one global
initiative to address the
selected health issue
• Explains how the local
and global initiatives are
similar and different
• Describes how both
initiatives align with the
identified SDG to
promote global health
• Integrates sufficient
scholarly literature to
support information
presented
Proficient presentation of
information evidenced by
content covered in a limited
or superficial manner in two
or more of the content areas:
• Discusses one local
initiative and one
global initiative to
address the selected
health issue
• Explains how the local
and global initiatives
are similar and
different
• Describes how both
initiatives align with
the identified SDG to
promote global health
• Integrates sufficient
scholarly literature to
support information
presented
Presentation of information
needs improvement as
evidenced by content that is
missing or unsatisfactory in one
or more of the content areas:
50 Points
46 Points
42 Points
0 Points
Distinguished presentation of
information evidenced by all of
Presentation of
information exceeds
Proficient presentation of
information evidenced by
•
•
•
•
Discusses one local
initiative and one global
initiative to address the
selected health issue
Explains how the local
and global initiatives are
similar and different
Describes how both
initiatives align with the
identified SDG to
promote global health
Integrates sufficient
scholarly literature to
support information
presented
Presentation of information
needs improvement as
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HEALTH DISPARITIES
Conclusion
the following content areas
covered in a comprehensive
and concise manner:
• Describes opportunities
for the MSN-prepared
nurse to support the
local and global
initiatives identified
• Proposes one
additional nursing
strategy to address this
issue
• Explains the intended
impact of the proposed
strategy on global
health
• Integrates sufficient
scholarly literature to
support information
presented
expectations evidenced
by most content covered
in a comprehensive and
concise manner, but with
one area where coverage
is superficial:
• Describes opportunities
for the MSN-prepared
nurse to support the
local and global
initiatives identified
• Proposes one additional
nursing strategy to
address this issue
• Explains the intended
impact of the proposed
strategy on global
health
• Integrates sufficient
scholarly literature to
support information
presented
content covered in a limited
or superficial manner in two
or more of the content areas:
• Describes
opportunities for the
MSN-prepared nurse
to support the local
and global initiatives
identified
• Proposes one
additional nursing
strategy to address
this issue
• Explains the intended
impact of the
proposed strategy on
global health
• Integrates sufficient
scholarly literature to
support information
presented
evidenced by content that is
missing or unsatisfactory in one
or more of the content areas:
• Describes opportunities
for the MSN-prepared
nurse to support the
local and global
initiatives identified
• Proposes one additional
nursing strategy to
address this issue
• Explains the intended
impact of the proposed
strategy on global
health
• Integrates sufficient
scholarly literature to
support information
presented
20 Points
18 Points
16 Points
0 Points
Proficient presentation of
information evidenced by
content covered in a limited
Presentation of information
needs improvement as
evidenced by content that is
Distinguished presentation of
information evidenced by all of
the following content areas
Presentation of
information exceeds
expectations evidenced
by most content covered
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Graduatelevel Writing
Style
covered in a comprehensive
and concise manner:
• Includes a concise
summary of key points
regarding the selected
global health issue
• Provides concluding
statements regarding
implications for
advanced nursing
practice
in a comprehensive and
concise manner, but with
one area where coverage
is superficial:
• Includes a concise
summary of key points
regarding the selected
global health issue
• Provides concluding
statements regarding
implications for
advanced nursing
practice
or superficial manner in two
or more of the content areas:
• Includes a concise
summary of key
points regarding the
selected global health
issue
• Provides concluding
statements regarding
implications for
advanced nursing
practice
missing or unsatisfactory in one
or more of the content areas:
• Includes a concise
summary of key points
regarding the selected
global health issue
• Provides concluding
statements regarding
implications for
advanced nursing
practice
30 Points
27 Points
25 Points
0 Points
Proficient graduate-level
writing style is evidenced by
meeting the following
criteria with 5-7 errors,
total:
• Correct use of spelling,
grammar, punctuation,
sentence and paragraph
structure
• Clarity, organization, and
logical flow of ideas within
writing
Graduate-level writing style
needs improvement as
evidenced by meeting the
following criteria with 8 or
more errors, total:
• Correct use of spelling,
grammar, punctuation,
sentence and paragraph
structure
• Clarity, organization, and
logical flow of ideas within
writing
Distinguished graduate-level
writing style is evidenced by
meeting all of the following
criteria with 0-1 errors total:
• Correct use of spelling,
grammar, punctuation,
sentence and paragraph
structure
• Clarity, organization, and
logical flow of ideas within
writing
• Scholarly, professional
writing tone with no use of
first person
Graduate-level writing style
exceeds expectations as
evidenced by meeting the
following criteria with 2-4
errors total:
• Correct use of spelling,
grammar, punctuation,
sentence and paragraph
structure
• Clarity, organization, and
logical flow of ideas within
writing
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•
•
Quality of
Literature
Support
Synthesis of information is
•
present with no more than
one short direct quote (15
words or less)
•
Correct APA format for the
following:
o Page numbering
o Font style and size
•
o Margins and spacing
o Headings; subheadings
o Citation and referencing
sources
o Mechanics of style
(abbreviations,
capitalization, italics,
numbers)
Scholarly, professional
writing tone with no use of
first person
Synthesis of information is
present with no more than
one short direct quote (15
words or less)
Correct APA format for the
following:
o Page numbering
o Font style and size
o Margins and spacing
o Headings; subheadings
o Citation and referencing
sources
o Mechanics of style
(abbreviations,
capitalization, italics,
numbers)
•
•
•
Scholarly, professional
•
writing tone with no use of
first person
Synthesis of information is •
present with no more than
one short direct quote (15
words or less)
Correct APA format for the •
following:
o Page numbering
o Font style and size
o Margins and spacing
o Headings; subheadings
o Citation and
referencing sources
o Mechanics of style
(abbreviations,
capitalization, italics,
numbers)
Scholarly, professional
writing tone with no use of
first person
Synthesis of information is
present with no more than
one short direct quote (15
words or less)
Correct APA format for the
following:
o Page numbering
o Font style and size
o Margins and spacing
o Headings; subheadings
o Citation and referencing
sources
o Mechanics of style
(abbreviations,
capitalization, italics,
numbers)
0 Points Deducted
5 Points Deducted
A minimum of 4 peerreviewed scholarly sources,
current within five years, are
integrated within the
assignment.
The assignment fails to meet
the requirement noted for
quality of literature support.
0 Points Deducted
5 Points Deducted
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Assignment
Length
Expectations
The length of the assignment
meets the criteria:
The assignment fails to meet
the requirement for length.
Minimum of 3 pages in length;
Maximum of 5 pages in length.
(Not including title or reference
pages)
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NR561 Module 1 Reflection 2 due 01/13
Based on your response to Reflection: Part 1, state one insight that you gained regarding
the concepts in this module. Connect learning achieved to a minimum of one course
outcome addressed during this module.
Course Outcomes
CO 1: Describe the relationship between globalization, health status, and
healthcare delivery. (POs 3 and 5)
• CO 2: Analyze the diverse variables that shape global health and their impact on
health disparity worldwide. (PO 5)
• CO 3: Propose strategies to support health equity and improve health outcomes
from a global perspective. (PO 5)
• CO 4: Consider professional opportunities to serve, advocate for, and contribute
to the advancement of global health. (POs 3, 4, and 5)
•
Module Objectives
Explore the relationships between globalization, healthcare delivery, and global
health status. (COs 1 and 2)
• Describe initiatives to promote global health and related implications for
advanced nursing practice. (COs 3 and 4)
•
This is what I posted in part 1:
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•
•
•
Be able to describe the relationship between globalization, health status, and
healthcare delivery.
Be able to analyze the diverse variables that shape global health and their impact
on health disparity worldwide.
Propose strategies to support health equity and improve health outcomes from a
global perspective.
Consider professional opportunities to serve, advocate for, and contribute to the
advancement of global health.