Leadership in Health Care Paper
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Research Paper
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In your final paper on your approved topic for leadership in health care, be sure to:
- Present your topic, a summary of the larger scholarly discussion, and your thesis statement.
- Present the evidence to support your thesis, referencing four peer-reviewed sources in an organized and focused manner within your paper. You must thoroughly apply at least one leadership theory or approach to your chosen leadership in healthcare topic.
- Conclude your paper by summarizing your findings, drawing conclusions, and making connections to the larger scholarly discussion.
- Provide an APA Style title page and reference list.
The body and content of your research paper should be four to five pages. This does not include the title or references list. Review the rubric for further information on how your assignment will be graded.
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Rubric
Research Paper Rubric
| Criteria | Ratings | Pts |
|---|---|---|
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeTopic/ Thesis | 42 to >34.44 ptsExceeds ExpectationsA relevant topic is thoroughly presented. The thesis illustrates an exemplary articulation and insightful analysis of significant concepts and/or theories related to leadership in healthcare.34.44 to >30.24 ptsMeets ExpectationsA relevant topic is presented, but may be too broad or too narrow in places. The discussion on leadership in healthcare lacks some detail. The thesis may be difficult to determine or somewhat unrelated to the leadership in healthcare topic. 30.24 to >24.78 ptsApproaches ExpectationsA topic is presented but the writer provides insufficient explanations or it is irrelevant. The thesis may be disconnected from the concepts represented in the topic. The thesis may be very difficult to determine or significantly unrelated to the leadership in healthcare topic selected.24.78 to >0 ptsDoes Not Meet ExpectationsA relevant topic is missing or unclear. The thesis missing or far off topic. | 42 pts |
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeContent | 84 to >68.88 ptsExceeds ExpectationsThe paper demonstrates that the author fully understands and has applied concepts learned in the course. The paper includes several high-quality, thought-provoking ideas/points which are skillfully used to creatively and completely support the thesis, adding new and unique insight to the discussion. The topic is focused narrowly enough for the scope of the assignment.68.88 to >60.48 ptsMeets ExpectationsThe paper demonstrates that the author understands and has applied concepts learned in the course. The paper includes some thought-provoking ideas/points which are used to support the thesis, adding some new or unique insight to the discussion. The topic is focused narrowly enough for the scope of the assignment. 60.48 to >49.56 ptsApproaches ExpectationsThe paper does not demonstrate that the author fully understands and has applied concepts learned in the course. Few, if any, thought-provoking ideas/points or unique insights to the discussion. The topic is not focused narrowly enough for the scope of the assignment.49.56 to >0 ptsDoes Not Meet ExpectationsThe paper indicates no understanding of the concepts in the course. The paper lacks any exploration of the subject by the author. The topic is unclear or too broad for the scope of the assignment. | 84 pts |
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeSupporting Evidence / Research | 56 to >45.92 ptsExceeds ExpectationsFour or more peer-reviewed scholarly sources are completely and eloquently integrated throughout the paper. Sources are highly relevant to the topic and add greatly to the development of the thesis. All sources are from credible, scholarly, peer-reviewed materials. Detailed, meaningful quotations and paraphrases aptly and accurately support the topic.45.92 to >40.32 ptsMeets ExpectationsThree or more peer-reviewed scholarly sources are integrated into the paper but there may be awkward or forced integration. Sources are mostly relevant to the topic, but some may be slightly less relevant to the development of the thesis. All sources are credible. Quotations and paraphrases generally support the topic, although the reader must make several inferences in order to the connections. 40.32 to >33.04 ptsApproaches ExpectationsTwo or less credible sources are used. Not all sources are from credible, scholarly, peer-reviewed materials. Several sources are not relevant to the development of the thesis. Quotations and paraphrases are lacking or do not support several subtopics.33.04 to >0 ptsDoes Not Meet ExpectationsSources missing or not credible. Lacking quotations and paraphrases. | 56 pts |
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeOrganization/ Cohesiveness | 70 to >57.4 ptsExceeds ExpectationsIntroduction makes keen observations, making note of essential information. Connections among subtopics and the thesis/topic are clear without being repetitive or redundant. Concluding remarks demonstrate analysis and synthesis of ideas. Writing and integration of source materials are eloquent and skillful.57.4 to >50.4 ptsMeets ExpectationsIntroduction offers a general overview of the topic. Connections among subtopics and the thesis/topic may be vague or have some redundancy. Conclusion restates the main idea but fails to synthesize ideas. Writing and integration of source materials are adequate with lapses in structure. 50.4 to >41.3 ptsApproaches ExpectationsIntroduction does not provide the reader with an overview of the topic. Connections among subtopics are missing or forced. Conclusion is unclear or disconnected from the topic. Writing and integration of source materials are awkward or confusing.41.3 to >0 ptsDoes Not Meet ExpectationsIntroduction is missing or confusing. Direction of the paper is unclear. Connections among subtopics are missing. Subtopics are not presented. Conclusion is missing or disconnected from the topic. Writing lacks skill. Sources are not present. | 70 pts |
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeMechanics/APA | 28 to >22.96 ptsExceeds ExpectationsThe assignment consistently follows current APA Style and is free from errors in formatting, citation, and references. No grammatical, spelling, or punctuation errors. All sources are cited and referenced correctly.22.96 to >20.16 ptsMeets ExpectationsThe assignment consistently follows current APA Style with only isolated and inconsistent mistakes and/or has a few grammatical, spelling, or punctuation errors. Most sources are cited and referenced correctly. 20.16 to >16.52 ptsApproaches ExpectationsThe assignment does not follow current APA Style and/or has many grammatical, spelling, or punctuation errors. Many sources are cited and referenced incorrectly, or citations and references are missing where needed.16.52 to >0 ptsDoes Not Meet ExpectationsNo attempt to follow APA Style is indicated. Sources are not used and/or there is no reference page. Mechanical errors significantly interfere with the readability of the paper. | 28 pts |
Total Points: 280
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