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Summarizing and synthesizing research

As you saw in Assignment 1, when conducting a literature review, you first search the evidence, and next you appraise it. Then, you are ready to summarize the evidence that you uncovered, and finally, you can synthesize it.

This Assignment is a continuation of Assignment 1, in which you used the Walden Library to conduct a literature review and appraised your results to select the highest quality and most appropriate and significant evidence. Now, for Assignment 2, you will take the recent (within the last 5 years), peer-reviewed articles you selected and write brief summaries of each of them. You will then write a synthesis of all the articles.

Resources

Be sure to review the Learning Resources before completing this activity. Click the weekly resources link to access the resources.

WEEKLY RESOURCES

To prepare:

  • Review the Learning Resources for this week, which focus on how to summarize and synthesize literature search results.
  • Review Appendix H in the course textbook located in the Learning Resources for this week, which you will be required to complete and submit as part of this Assignment.
  • Refer to your Assignment 1 submission and prepare to write a summary of each of the three articles you selected.
  • Refer to your Assignment 1 submission and prepare to write a synthesis of the three articles you selected.
    Note: For this Assignment, you must complete Appendix H. You will submit your completed Appendix H along with your 2- to 3-page paper.

Note: Be sure to review the grading rubric for this Assignment so you fully understand what is expected of you. To access the rubric, scroll down to the bottom of the Assignment page.

The Assignment: (2–3 pages)

Write a paper in which you do the following:

  • Using a scholarly voice, summarize each of the three articles you selected.
  • Using a scholarly voice, synthesize the three articles you selected.
  • Include a copy of your completed Appendix H.
    Note: You will submit your completed Appendix H along with your 2- to 3-page paper. Save copies of your completed Appendix H in Microsoft Word format. You will submit a total of two documents.

Note: Use this week’s Learning Resources to support your Assignment. Use proper APA format and style for all references and citations. The College of Nursing requires that all papers include a title page, introduction, summary, and references. Use the College of Nursing Writing TemplateLinks to an external site. for your Assignment submission.

By Day 7 of Week 5

Submit your Assignment.

submission information

Before submitting your final assignment, you can check your draft for authenticity. To check your draft, access the Turnitin Drafts from the Start Here area.

  1. To submit your completed assignment, save your two documents as W5Assgn2_Lastname_Firstinitial_doc1 and W5Assgn2_Lastname_Firstinitial_doc2.
  2. Then, click on Start Assignment near the top of the page.
  3. Next, click on Upload File.
  4. Click “Add another file” to repeat step 3 for the second document required to complete this Assignment.
  5. Select Submit Assignment for review.

Rubric

NURS_8006_Week5_Assignment2_Rubric

NURS_8006_Week5_Assignment2_Rubric

CriteriaRatingsPts

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeUsing a scholarly voice, summarize each of the three articles you selected.

25 to >22.25 ptsExcellent 90%–100%The response accurately and clearly summarizes each of the three articles they selected and accurately and clearly uses scholarly voice.22.25 to >19.75 ptsGood 80%–89%The response accurately summarizes each of the three articles they selected and accurately uses scholarly voice.

19.75 to >17.25 ptsFair 70%–79%The response inaccurately or vaguely summarizes each of the three articles they selected and inaccurately or vaguely uses scholarly voice.17.25 to >0 ptsPoor 0%–69%The response inaccurately and vaguely summarizes each of the three articles they selected and inaccurately and vaguely uses scholarly voice or it is missing.

25 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeUsing a scholarly voice, synthesize the three articles you selected.

25 to >22.25 ptsExcellent 90%–100%The response accurately and clearly synthesizes the three articles they selected and accurately and clearly uses scholarly voice.22.25 to >19.75 ptsGood 80%–89%The response accurately synthesizes the three articles they selected and accurately uses scholarly voice.

19.75 to >17.25 ptsFair 70%–79%The response inaccurately or vaguely synthesizes the three articles they selected and inaccurately or vaguely uses scholarly voice.17.25 to >0 ptsPoor 0%–69%The response inaccurately and vaguely synthesizes the three articles they selected and inaccurately and vaguely uses scholarly voice or it is missing.

25 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeInclude a copy of your completed Appendix H.

15 to >13.35 ptsExcellent 90%–100%The response includes an accurate and clear copy of their completed Appendix H. The response includes relevant, specific, and appropriate examples that fully support the explanations provided for each of the alignments described.13.35 to >11.85 ptsGood 80%–89%The response includes an accurate copy of their completed Appendix H. The response includes relevant, specific, and accurate examples that support the explanations provided for each of the alignments described.

11.85 to >10.35 ptsFair 70%–79%The response includes an inaccurate or unclear copy of their completed Appendix H. The response includes inaccurate and irrelevant examples that may support the explanations provided for each of the alignments described.10.35 to >0 ptsPoor 0%–69%The response includes an inaccurate and unclear copy of their completed Appendix H. or it is missing. The response includes inaccurate and vague examples that do not support the explanations provided for each of the alignments described or it is missing.

15 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeWritten Expression and Formatting - Paragraph Development and Organization: Paragraphs make clear points that support well-developed ideas, flow logically, and demonstrate continuity of ideas. Sentences are carefully focused—neither long and rambling nor short and lacking substance. A clear and comprehensive purpose statement and introduction is provided which delineates all required criteria.

5 to >4.45 ptsExcellent 90%–100%Paragraphs and sentences follow writing standards for flow, continuity, and clarity. 90% of the time. A clear and comprehensive purpose statement, introduction, and conclusion is provided which delineates all required criteria.4.45 to >3.95 ptsGood 80%–89%Paragraphs and sentences follow writing standards for flow, continuity, and clarity 80% of the time. Purpose, introduction, and conclusion of the assignment is stated, yet is brief and not descriptive.

3.95 to >3.45 ptsFair 70%–79%Paragraphs and sentences follow writing standards for flow, continuity, and clarity 70% of the time. Purpose, introduction, and conclusion of the assignment is vague or off topic.3.45 to >0 ptsPoor 0%–69%Paragraphs and sentences follow writing standards for flow, continuity, and clarity < 70% of the time. No purpose statement, introduction, or conclusion was provided.

5 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeWritten Expression and Formatting - English writing standards: Correct grammar, mechanics, and proper punctuation

5 to >4.45 ptsExcellent 90%–100%Uses correct grammar, spelling, and punctuation with no errors.4.45 to >3.95 ptsGood 80%–89%Contains a few (1 or 2) grammar, spelling, and punctuation errors.

3.95 to >3.45 ptsFair 70%–79%Contains several (3 or 4) grammar, spelling, and punctuation errors.3.45 to >0 ptsPoor 0%–69%Contains many (≥ 5) grammar, spelling, and punctuation errors that interfere with the reader’s understanding.

5 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeWritten Expression and Formatting - The paper follows correct APA format for title page, headings, font, spacing, margins, indentations, page numbers, parenthetical/in-text citations, and reference list.

5 to >4.45 ptsExcellent 90%–100%Uses correct APA format with no errors.4.45 to >3.95 ptsGood 80%–89%Contains a few (1 or 2) APA format errors.

3.95 to >3.45 ptsFair 70%–79%Contains several (3 or 4) APA format errors.3.45 to >0 ptsPoor 0%–69%Contains many (≥ 5) APA format errors.

5 pts

Total Points: 80

Learning Resources

Required Readings

  • Dang, D., Dearholt, S. L., Bissett, K., Ascenzi, J., & Whalen, M. (2021). Johns Hopkins evidence-based practice for nurses and healthcare professionals: Model and guidelines (4th ed.). Sigma Theta Tau International.
    • Chapter 5, “Searching for Evidence” (pp. 99–120)
    • Chapter 6, “Evidence Appraisal: Research” (pp. 129–162)
    • Chapter 7, “Evidence Appraisal: Nonresearch” (pp. 163–188)
    • Appendix D, “Hierarchy of Evidence Guide” (pp. 295–296)
    • Appendix E, “Research Evidence Appraisal Tool” (pp. 297–306)Download Appendix E, “Research Evidence Appraisal Tool” (pp. 297–306)
    • Appendix F, “Nonresearch Evidence Appraisal Tool” (pp. 307–314)Download Appendix F, “Nonresearch Evidence Appraisal Tool” (pp. 307–314)
    • Appendix G, “Individual Evidence Summary Tool” (pp. 315–316)Download Appendix G, “Individual Evidence Summary Tool” (pp. 315–316)
    • Appendix H, “Synthesis and Recommendations Tool” (pp. 319–323)Download Appendix H, “Synthesis and Recommendations Tool” (pp. 319–323)
      Note: Be prepared to complete and submit Appendices E, F, and G for Assignment 1 and Appendix H for Assignment 2 this week.
  • Cancelliere, C., Cassidy, J. D., Ammendolia, C., & Côté, P. (2011). Figure 1. Flow diagram of literature search. In Are workplace health promotion programs effective at improving presenteeism in workers? A systematic review and best evidence synthesis of the literatureLinks to an external site.. BMC Public Health, 11, Article 395. https://doi.org/10.1186/1471-2458-11-395
    Note: This resource is seminal to the field.
    Also Note: Review this example of the workflow process when conducting a literature search. You can use it as a model to guide your future literature searches.
  • Walden University Library. (n.d.). Ask a librarianLinks to an external site.. https://academicguides.waldenu.edu/library/ask
    Note: Use this website to find answers to common questions or to contact a librarian directly.
  • Walden University Library. (n.d.). Subject research: NursingLinks to an external site.. https://academicguides.waldenu.edu/library/subject...
    Note: This database is a good starting point for nursing-related searches.
  • Walden University Quick Answers. (n.d.). How do I verify that my article is peer reviewed?Links to an external site. [Multimedia]. https://academicanswers.waldenu.edu/faq/72613

Examples of Synthesis Resources

Note: The resources below are good examples of the synthesis of literature. Review each resource as a model to emulate when you synthesize literature.

Required Media

  • OASIS. (n.d.). Analyze and evaluate research articlesLinks to an external site. [Interactive media]. Walden University. https://academics.waldenu.edu/library/analyze-eval...
  • OASIS. (n.d.). Break a topic into keywordsLinks to an external site. [Interactive media]. Walden University. https://academics.waldenu.edu/library/topic-into-k...
  • OASIS. (n.d.). Evaluate resourcesLinks to an external site. [Interactive media]. Walden University. https://academics.waldenu.edu/library/evaluate-res...
  • OASIS. Grading evidenceLinks to an external site. [Interactive media]. Walden University. https://rise.articulate.com/share/--e-gVRMA_y8V2Kf...
  • OASIS. (n.d.). Locate, cite, and reference journal articlesLinks to an external site. [Interactive media]. Walden University. https://academics.waldenu.edu/library/locate-cite-...
  • OASIS. (n.d.). Paraphrase and summarize informationLinks to an external site. [Interactive media]. Walden University. https://academics.waldenu.edu/writing/paraphrase-s...
  • OASIS. (n.d.). SummaryLinks to an external site. [Multimedia]. Walden University. https://academicguides.waldenu.edu/writingcenter/e...
  • OASIS. (n.d.). SynthesisLinks to an external site. [Multimedia]. Walden University. https://academicguides.waldenu.edu/writingcenter/e...

Optional Resources