NR524 Curriculum Development
Week 1 Assignment
Self-Assessment of NLN Nurse Educator Core Competencies
In this course, we will continue the self-assessment of core competencies that you started in NR535. In this course, we will be assessing the NLN Nurse Educator Core Competency IV: Participate in Curriculum Design and Evaluation of Program Outcomes. Complete the competency assessment and write a goal on how you will increase your skill in this competency during this course.
The Self-Assessment of Core Competencies is due on Sunday of Week 1 at 11:59 p.m. MT. The guidelines and rubric are listed below as well as in the downloadable document.
Self-Assessment Guidelines and Rubric (Links to an external site.)
Self-Assessment Worksheet (Links to an external site.)
Self-Assessment Worksheet EXAMPLE (Links to an external site.)
Purpose
The purpose of this assignment is to complete a self-assessment of the NLN Nurse Educator Core Competencies and develop a goal to help meet this competency.
National League for Nursing. (2017). Nurse Educator Core Competency. Retrieved from http://www.nln.org/professional-development-programs/competencies-for-nursing-education/nurse-educator-core-competency
Students are given the opportunity to request an extension on assignments for emergent situations. Supporting documentation must be submitted to the assigned faculty. If the student's request is not approved, the assignment is graded and a late penalty is applied as follows:
Monday = 10% of total possible point reduction
Tuesday = 20% of total possible point reduction
Wednesday = 30% of total possible point reduction
If the student's request is approved, the student will be informed of the revised due date. Should the student fail to meet the revised due date, the assignment is graded and a late penalty is applied as follows:
Monday = 10% of total possible point reduction
Tuesday = 20% of total possible point reduction
Wednesday = 30% of total possible point reduction
Total Points Possible: 50 for Week 1
Requirements
Completed at Weeks 1 and 8, this document is based on the National League for Nursing (NLN) Core Competencies of the Nurse Educator (NLN, 2017). Students should drop their assessments into their ePortfolio by Wednesday of Week 8, 11:59 p.m. MT. The Self-Assessment Form is located in Course Resources.
This Self-Assessment of Core Competencies is a document that you will use throughout the educator track courses. It is to be placed in your ePortfolio. In each course, starting in NR535, you will focus on a specific area of the NLN Competencies.
You are to reflect upon and complete a self-assessment at the beginning of Week 1 and submit it by 11:59 p.m. MT Sunday of Week 1. You are to identify your level of competency for each of the sub-competencies listed on the worksheet (see example). In the next column you will see the course outcomes which are aligned with the NLN Nurse Educator Core Competencies. The Course Outcomes are not specific to the individual sub competencies however my meeting the course outcomes, you will be able to increase your knowledge, skills, and abilities in the Core Competency identified for this course. In the final column for Week One, identify a specific example of what you will do to achieve each course outcome (possible points = 50).
In Week 8, you will again identify your level of competency for each of the sub-competencies listed on original worksheet from Week One. In the final column you will give a specific example that shows how you demonstrated each course outcome. The assignment is to be submitted for grading by 11:59 p.m. MT Wednesday of Week 8 (possible points = 50).
Remember that you are still in the development stage so not all (or any) of the competencies are expected to be at Level 3 by the end of this course.
NR524 Curriculum Development
Week 2 Assignment
Mission Statement Paper
Purpose
The purpose of this assignment is to (a) develop a mission statement, (b) identify consistency between the program mission statement and the parent institution, (c) identify collaborative input from classmates in the development of a mission, and (d) demonstrate skills in the development and articulation of ideas in a scholarly manner. Download the guidelines and rubric using the link below.
Mission Paper Guidelines and RubricPreview the document
Students are given the opportunity to request an extension on assignments for emergent situations. Supporting documentation must be submitted to the assigned faculty. If the student's request is not approved, the assignment is graded and a late penalty is applied as follows:
Monday = 10% of total possible point reduction
Tuesday = 20% of total possible point reduction
Wednesday = 30% of total possible point reduction
If the student's request is approved, the student will be informed of the revised due date. Should the student fail to meet the revised due date, the assignment is graded and a late penalty is applied as follows:
Monday = 10% of total possible point reduction
Tuesday = 20% of total possible point reduction\
Wednesday = 30% of total possible point reduction
Total Points Possible: 125
Requirements
Assignment Criteria for the Paper
Mission statement reflects original work of the student.
Mission statement reflects uniqueness of the nursing program and is congruent with the mission statement of the parent institution.
Mission statement is clear, concise, and succinct and includes teaching and service.
Changes to the initial mission statement are identified, based on peer collaboration.
There is a minimum of two scholarly references related to mission statement development.
Grammar, spelling, punctuation, references, and citations are consistent with formal academic writing and APA format as expressed in the current edition.
An introduction and conclusion are required in the paper.
NR524 Curriculum Development
Week 4 Assignment
Framework Concepts and Program Outcomes Paper
Your Framework Concepts and Program Outcomes Paper (230 points) is due by 11:59 p.m. MT Sunday of Week 4.
Review the concepts and program outcomes you have been working on for the past two weeks in the peer collaboration area and make any final changes before submitting the paper at the end of Week 4. The following are components of the paper.
Identification of framework concepts
Definition of each concept
Relationship between the concepts
Program outcomes developed based on AACN Essentials of Baccalaureate Education OR the NLN Competencies for graduates of Associate Degree Programs OR 2018 The Joint Commission Hospital National Patient Safety Goals
Influence of peer collaboration on the final product
Grammar, spelling, punctuation, references, and citations are consistent with formal academic writing and APA format as expressed in the current edition
Please see the guidelines and grading rubric for details.
Framework Concepts and Program Outcomes Guidelines and RubricPreview the document
Purpose
The purpose of this assignment is to (a) develop concepts included in an organizing framework for an institution, (b) discuss the relationship between the concepts, (c) develop program outcomes, and (d) demonstrate skills in the development and articulation of ideas in a scholarly manner.
Due Date: Submit by 11:59 p.m. MT Sunday of Week 4.
Students are given the opportunity to request an extension on assignments for emergent situations. Supporting documentation must be submitted to the assigned faculty. If the student's request is not approved, the assignment is graded and a late penalty is applied as follows:
Monday = 10% of total possible point reduction
Tuesday = 20% of total possible point reduction
Wednesday = 30% of total possible point reduction
If the student's request is approved, the student will be informed of the revised due date. Should the student fail to meet the revised due date, the assignment is graded and a late penalty is applied as follows:
Monday = 10% of total possible point reduction
Tuesday = 20% of total possible point reduction
Wednesday = 30% of total possible point reduction
Total Points Possible: 230
Requirements
Assignment Criteria for the Paper:
Brief introduction on the concepts selected for the framework
The concepts in the framework are clearly defined. The concepts included in the metaparadigm of nursing (person, nursing, health, and environment) must be included.
The relationship between the concepts is demonstrated.
Develop program outcomes for your institution that incorporate the following:
Program outcomes should be described as characteristics expected of graduates by the end of the program
Program outcomes are based on either the AACN Essentials of Baccalaureate Education OR the NLN Competencies for graduates of Associate Degree Programs OR the 2018 The Joint Commission Hospital National Patient Safety Goals.
Changes to the initial framework concepts and program outcomes are identified, based on peer collaboration.
A conclusion to the paper is required.
A minimum of three scholarly references is required.
Grammar, spelling, punctuation, references, and citations are consistent with formal academic writing and APA format as expressed in the current edition
NR524 Curriculum Development
Week 6 Assignment
Curriculum Plan and Course Syllabus
Please use the template provided in the Guidelines and Rubric to submit the Curriculum Plan. Review the Curriculum Plan you have been working on for the past two weeks in the peer collaboration area and make any final changes before submitting the paper at the end of Week 6. Please see the assignment guidelines for full instructions on completing the assignment.
Curriculum Plan and Course Syllabus Guidelines and RubricPreview the document
Pre-Licensure Curriculum and Syllabus Guidelines (Links to an external site.)
Associate Degree Curriculum and Syllabus Guidelines (Links to an external site.)
Hospital Orientation Requirements (Links to an external site.)
Purpose
The purpose of this assignment is to (a) develop a curriculum plan and course syllabus and (b) demonstrate skills in the development and articulation of ideas in a scholarly manner.
Students are given the opportunity to request an extension on assignments for emergent situations. Supporting documentation must be submitted to the assigned faculty. If the student's request is not approved, the assignment is graded and a late penalty is applied as follows:
Monday = 10% of total possible point reduction
Tuesday = 20% of total possible point reduction
Wednesday = 30% of total possible point reduction
If the student's request is approved, the student will be informed of the revised due date. Should the student fail to meet the revised due date, the assignment is graded and a late penalty is applied as follows:
Monday = 10% of total possible point reduction
Tuesday = 20% of total possible point reduction
Wednesday = 30% of total possible point reduction
Total Points Possible: 230
Course Outcomes
CO 1: Design curricular components based upon knowledge and concepts from education and related disciplines to achieve quality health outcomes (care-focused). (PO 2)
CO 2: Demonstrate critical understanding of curriculum processes that benefit diverse learners (cultural humility). (PO 3)
CO 4: Develop curriculum that reflects current trends, addresses community and societal needs, and prepares graduates for practice in a complex, dynamic healthcare environment (care-focused). (PO 2)
Requirements
Assignment Criteria for the Paper
Curriculum Plan reflects original work of the student.
Curriculum Plan reflects the requirements of the State Board of Nursing (academic) or a professional organization (hospital).
The syllabus includes all the required elements.
Use of the template provided is required for the assignment.
Grammar, spelling, punctuation, references, and citations are consistent with formal academic writing and APA format as expressed in the current edition
NR524 Curriculum Development
Week 8 Assignment
Self-Assessment of NLN Nurse Educator Core Competencies
In Week 8, you will reflect upon and complete the self-assessment of core competencies. In Week 1 you competed the assessment and developed a goal for increasing knowledge and skill in this competency. Now, using the same worksheet from Week 1, complete the level of confidence for each item and identify how you met the goal for the competency identified for this course. Submit the assignment by 11:59 p.m. MT Wednesday of Week 8. Then place this worksheet in your ePortfolio.
Self-Assessment Guidelines and Rubric (Links to an external site.)
Purpose
The purpose of this assignment is to complete a self-assessment of the NLN Nurse Educator Core Competencies and develop a goal to help meet this competency.
National League for Nursing. (2017). Nurse Educator Core Competency. http://www.nln.org/professional-development-programs/competencies-for-nursing-education/nurse-educator-core-competency
Due Date: Wednesday 11:59 p.m. MT of Week 8
Students are given the opportunity to request an extension on assignments for emergent situations. Supporting documentation must be submitted to the assigned faculty. If the student's request is not approved, the assignment is graded and a late penalty is applied as follows.
Monday = 10% of total possible point reduction
Tuesday = 20% of total possible point reduction
Wednesday = 30% of total possible point reduction
If the student's request is approved, the student will be informed of the revised due date. Should the student fail to meet the revised due date, the assignment is graded and a late penalty is applied as follows.
Monday = 10% of total possible point reduction
Tuesday = 20% of total possible point reduction
Wednesday = 30% of total possible point reduction
Total Points Possible: 50 for Week 8
Requirements
Completed at Weeks 1 and 8, this document is based on the National League for Nursing (NLN) Core Competencies of the Nurse Educator (NLN, 2017). Students should drop their assessments into their ePortfolio by Wednesday of Week 8, 11:59 p.m. MT. The Self-Assessment form is located in Course Resources.
This Self-Assessment of Core Competencies is a document that you will use throughout the educator track courses. It is to be placed in your ePortfolio. In each course, starting in NR535, you will focus on a specific area of the NLN Competencies.
You are to reflect upon and complete a self-assessment at the beginning of Week 1 and submit it by 11:59 p.m. MT Sunday of Week 1. Next to the assessment column, identify one goal for each competency that you hope to achieve by the end of this course (possible points = 50).
In Week 8, reflect upon and complete the self-assessment and submit it by 11:59 p.m. MT Wednesday of Week 8. Next to the self-assessment column, identify how you met the goal for competencies (#6 and #8) in this course (possible points = 50).
Remember that you are still in the development stage so not all (or any) of the competencies are expected to be at Level 3 by the end of this course.
As you move through the courses in the educator track, you will pull this self-assessment from your ePortfolio and complete it for the competencies specific for that course. In NR621: Concluding Graduate Experience 1 and NR622: Concluding Graduate Experience 2, you will do a similar assessment but will include all eight competencies. Directions for this will be in NR621 and NR622
