Bio 111 Lecture Research Paper

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RESEARCH PAPER GRADING RUBRIC
Bio 111 Lecture Research Paper Rubric (Total 40 points)
This is the grading rubric used by the instructor for your research paper. Read this ahead of time to understand what is needed for your paper and the points that will be awarded for each area of the paper.
TO DO: 1. Learn how to use ‘end notes’ in a Word document to create your reference page (work cited). 2. Learn APA format for references.

0 – 1 point 2 points 3 points 4 points
Introduction: worth 12% (5 points)
· title page
· introduction		 No title page
Introduction very weak		 Title page has few mistakes
Introduction is written fair		 Title page has 1 mistake
Introduction is written well		 Exceptional Title page
Exceptional Introduction – captures readers attention
Instructor Comments:

Points Awarded: ___________

0 – 1 point 2 points 3 points 4 points
Body: worth 12% (5points)
· structure/organization
· flow		 · Use of bullets, or automatic numbers in paper
· Use of subheadings
· No flow or no logical organization
· Too much information in one paragraph, needs to be separated into more paragraphs
· Repeated information is in paper		 · No use of bullets, automatic numbers or subheadings.
· Occasional repeat of information, some not needed
· The ideas are arranged logically, although occasional ideas fail to make sense together. The reader is fairly clear about what the writer intends.		 · No use of bullets, automatic numbers or subheadings.
· No repeated information unless absolutely necessary.
· The ideas are arranged logically to support the topic. The ideas usually flow easily, for the most part the reader can follow the line of reasoning.		 Exceptional structure and organization. Exceptional flow of one sentence to the next, one paragraph to the next
Instructor Comments:

Points Awarded: ___________
The next 4 areas are used for content. Total content (all 4 areas added together) is worth 50% (20 points)

0 points 1 – 2 points 3 – 4 points 5 points
Describe the normal (healthy) anatomy & physiology of the major system(s) involved. Not addressed in paper · One to two areas of accuracy are questioned
· Very basic coverage of system		 · Information provides reasonable support for topic
· Demonstrates an acceptable understanding of system
· Reader gains some insights		 · Exceptional in accuracy supporting topic
· demonstrates a great understanding of system
· reader gains important insights
Instructor Comments:

Points Awarded: ___________

0 points 1 – 2 points 3 – 4 points 5 points
Describe the causes (etiology) and risk factors of the condition. Not addressed in paper · One to two areas of accuracy are questioned
· Very basic coverage		 · Information provides reasonable support for topic
· Demonstrates an acceptable understanding
· Reader gains some insights		 · Exceptional in accuracy supporting topic
· demonstrates a great understanding; very thorough coverage
· reader gains important insights
Instructor Comments:

Points Awarded: ___________

0 points 1 – 2 points 3 – 4 points 5 points
Explain how the body’s systems are affected by the condition. Brief description of signs and symptoms, clinical tests if relevant. (Note: this is not a clinical paper, do not give elaborate or lengthy details) Not addressed in paper · One to two areas of accuracy are questioned
· Very basic coverage		 · Information provides reasonable support for topic
· Demonstrates an acceptable understanding
· Reader gains some insights		 · Exceptional in accuracy supporting topic
· demonstrates a great understanding; very thorough coverage
· reader gains important insights
Instructor Comments:

Points Awarded: ___________

0 points 1 – 2 points 3 – 4 points 5 points
Treatments and/or cures – now and in the future (preventative measures can be addressed in this section if applicable)
Give a Very Brief description or statements only.		 Not addressed in paper · One to two areas of accuracy are questioned
· Very basic coverage		 · Information provides reasonable support for topic
· Demonstrates an acceptable understanding
· Reader gains some insights		 · Exceptional in accuracy supporting topic
· demonstrates a great understanding; very thorough coverage
· reader gains important insights
Instructor Comments:

Points Awarded: ___________

0 -1 point 2 points 3 points 4 points
Spelling & Grammar: worth 10% ( 4 points) · Frequent spelling errors (2-3 per page)
· Frequent grammatical errors		 · Spelling errors (average 1 per page)
· Grammatical errors (average 1 per page)		 · Infrequent spelling errors
· Infrequent grammatical errors		 Exceptional – no grammatical or spelling errors
Instructor Comments:

Points Awarded: ___________

0 -1 point 2 points 3 points 4 points
Conclusion: worth 10% (4 points) · No conclusion evident or very weak conclusion · Conclusion is weak, not covering the majority of important facts from entire paper · Conclusion summarizes most aspects of the overall paper · Conclusion not only summarizes the entries paper but has several new creative conclusions and personal insight.
Instructor Comments:

Points Awarded: ___________

0 -1 point 2 points 3 points 4 points
References: worth 10% (4 points)
· Quality of Resources
· Works cited
· Paraphrasing in text
· Quotations in text		 · No works cited or incorrectly cited
· Sources used are not reliable or current
· Paraphrasing or quotations not used when necessary		 · Works cited present but two areas are not correct
· 2 – 3 reliable and current sources used
· Credit given to authors about ½ of the time		 · Works cited present one area not correct
· 4 – 5 reliable and current sources used (one must be conventional)
· Credit given to authors most of the time		 · Works cited correctly
· 6 reliable sources used (2 are conventional and 4 are internet).
· All sources are current and cited correctly
· In text citing is excellent
Instructor Comments:

Points Awarded: ___________
Reductions: Students will lose the points listed below for not following directions:
Paper will be given zero score and rejected if paper is plagiarized, no matter if properly cited.
Late Submission of Paper – loss of 2 points per day late regardless of reasons
2 points for each page over or under the correct amount
2 points for not using proper font or spacing
2 points for not using correct margin size
Total Points:
Point Reduction: ___________
Final Score: ___________/40 points
Bio 203 Lecture Research Paper
Rubric / Aug. 2016

CF 233 Guided Observation

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CF 233 Guided Observation – 25 points each = 100 points total
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS. FILL IN ALL BLANKS FOR EACH OBSERVATION.
1. Observations should be conducted while the child is at play or engaged in a creative thought and expression activity withina specific arts area. For each observation after the first one, designate which arts area is the focus of the observation. Designate Non-participant or Participant Role.
1. The first two Observations must benon-participant observations so that you can focus all your attention on watching.Note your Observer Role.
1. Observations 2 through 4 may be focused on any of the listed areas. Once you have observed in one area, select a new area for your next observation.
Keep track of your Observations below.


[ ] Due ____-____-2015Observation 1 [] Creative Problem Solving

[ ] Due ____-____-2015Observation 2 [] Visual Arts [] Music [] Movement[] Creative Drama

[ ] Due ____-____-2015Observation 3 [] Visual Arts [] Music [] Movement [] Creative Drama

[ ] Due ____-____-2015Observation 4 [] Visual Arts [] Music [] Movement [] Creative Drama

Detailed Instructions for Observing and Recording

1. Respond to the questions in the Observation column based on (1) what you see; (2) what you ask or hear; (3) the artifacts you notice (i.e. equipment, toys, supplies); and (4) the choices and interactions children have with peers and with adults.

1. Reflect on the observations in the Reflection column by entering your impressions of why and how children played or were engaged. Note the day and time of your reflection.

1. Summarize and Comment in the Summary and Comment section at the end of each report.

For all Observations:

1. Be objective in your reporting.

1. Be accurate and truthful with your words.

1. Be specific with details.

For all Reflections:

1. Complete the reflection about one day after your observation.

1. Considerthe child’s capabilities in physical, social-emotional, and cognitive development.

1. Comparewhat you were expecting with what you saw—any surprises should be noted.

1. Think through what you observed and list any points that are puzzling or any questions that come to mind. (I wonder why. . .)

Be sure to date and mark the time of each Observation and of each Reflection.

RE-READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE EACH OBSERVATION.

CF 233 Guided Observation – 25 points

Observation should be conducted while the child is at play or engaged in a creative thought and expression activity within a specific arts area. For each observation, after the first one, designate which arts area is the focus.

Name Date

[ ] (____-____-2015) Observation 1 [] Creative Problem Solving

[] Observation Date_____-_____-2015 Time In_____:_____am/pm Time Out_____:_____am/pm

[] Non-participant

[] Site Description (location, setting condition, equipment and materials, weather or sound and light,# adults, # children):

[ /5]

Question Observation
[] Creative Problem Solving		 Reflection (Why-How)
____-____-2015 ____:____am/pm
1. What is the problem facing the child?
[ /5]
1. What solutions to the problem does the child explore?
[ /5]
1. What are the outcomes or results of the child’s engagement?
[ /5]


Summary and Comment:Summarize and comment on what you learned.[ /5]

CF 233 Guided Observation – 25 points

Observations should be conducted while the child is at play or engaged in a creative thought and expression activity within a specific arts area. For each observation,after the first one, designate which arts area is the focus.

Name Date

[ ] (____-____-2015) Observation 2 [] Visual Arts [] Music [] Movement [] Creative DramaWhich are you observing?

[] Observation Date: _____-_____-2015 Time In_____:_____am/pm Time Out_____:_____am/pm

[] Non-participant

[] Site Description (location, setting condition, weather or sound and light, # adults, # children):

[ /5]

Question
From the child’s perspective		 Observation
[] Visual Arts [] Music [] Movement [] Creative Drama		 Reflection (Why-How)
____-____-2015 ____:____am/pm
1. What is the purposeof the creative activity?
[ /5]
1. What inventions, innovations, or discoveries are made?
[ /5]
1. What are the outcomes or results of the engagement?
[ /5]


Summary and Comment:Summarize and comment on what you learned.[ /5]

CF 233 Guided Observation – 25 points

Observations should be conducted while the child is at play or engaged in a creative thought and expression activity within a specific arts area. For each observation after the first one, designate which arts area is the focus.

Name Date

[ ] (____-____-2015) Observation 3 [] Visual Arts [] Music [] Movement [] Creative DramaWhich are you observing?

[] Observation Date _____-_____-2015 Time In_____:_____am/pm Time Out_____:_____am/pm

[] Non-participant [ ] Participant What is your observer role?

[] Site Description (location, setting condition, weather or sound and light, # adults, # children):

[ /5]

Question
From the child’s perspective		 Observation
[] Visual Arts [] Music [] Movement [] Creative Drama		 Reflection (Why-How)
_____-_____-2015 ____:____am/pm
1. What is the purpose of the creative activity?
[ /5]
1. What inventions, innovations, or discoveries are made?
[ /5]
1. What are the outcomes or results of the engagement?
[ /5]


Summary and Comment:Summarize and comment on what you learned.[ /5]

CF 233 Guided Observation – 25 points

Observations should be conducted while the child is at play or engaged in a creative thought and expression activity within a specific arts area. For each observation after the first one, designate which arts area is the focus.

Name Date

[ ] (____-____-2015) Observation 4 [] Visual Arts [] Music [] Movement [] Creative Drama Which are you observing?

[] Observation Date _____-_____-2015 Time In_____:_____am-pm Time Out_____:_____am-pm

[] Non-participant [ ] Participant What is your observer role?

[] Site Description (location, setting condition, weather or sound and light, # adults, # children):

[ /5]

Question
From the child’s perspective		 Observation
[] Visual Arts [] Music [] Movement [] Creative Drama		 Reflection (Why-How)
____-____-2015 ____:____am/pm
1. What is the purpose of the creative activity?
[ /5]
1. What inventions, innovations, or discoveries are made?
[ /5]
1. What are the outcomes or results of the engagement?
[ /5]


Summary and Comment:Summarize and comment on what you learned.[ /5]

Presentation on Shifts in the Healthcare Industry

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Presentation on Shifts in the Healthcare Industry

You are a newly hired VP of mergers and special projects.  You have noticed that there are shifts in the healthcare industry and you want to ensure your facility can continue to sustain itself in the future.  You want to make a recommendation to pursue a specific population to increase funding, but you must make a logical explanation to the board.
Create a PowerPoint presentation 8 slides and make a recommendation to the board. Use the notes section in PowerPoint to provide detailed speaker notes with your presentation that fully explain each point and justification for your recommendations.
1. Create a timeline of the development of the US healthcare system which includes the following :
a. The shift from physician power to insurance company control.
b. Public versus private sector institutions.
c. Medicare and Medicaid, Prospective Payment System, and the trend shift from private insurance to HMO.
d. Potential impact of U.S. healthcare system reform.
2. Discuss long-term care, special populations and palliative care.  Also address insurance types for different populations and settings, systems for measuring quality, and types of providers working in each type of facility.
Make a recommendation on serving one of the populations (long-term care, special populations, and palliative care).

Assignment 2 Grading Criteria Maximum Points
Created an accurate timeline of the US healthcare system which included the shift to insurance company control, public vs. private sector, Medicare, Medicaid, Prospective Payment System, HMO and healthcare system reform. 36
Discussed long-term care, special populations and palliative care. 32
Addressed insurance types for different populations and settings, systems for measuring quality, and types of providers working in each type of facility. 44
Included a feasible recommendation on serving one of the populations (long term care, special populations, palliative care). 44
Style (4 points): Tone, audience, and word choice Organization (12 points): Introduction, transitions, and conclusion Usage and Mechanics (12 points): Grammar, spelling, and sentence structure APA Elements (16 points): In text citations and references, paraphrasing, and appropriate use of quotations and other elements of style 44
Total: 200
Criteria Maximum Points
GR1 Created an accurate timeline of the US healthcare system which included the shift to insurance company control, public vs. private sector, Medicare, Medicaid, Prospective Payment System, HMO and healthcare system reform. 36 points
GR2 Discussed long-term care, special populations and palliative care. 32 points
GR3 Addressed insurance types for different populations and settings, systems for measuring quality, and types of providers working in each type of facility. 44 points
GR4 Included a feasible recommendation on serving one of the populations (long term care, special populations, palliative care). 44 points
GR5 Style (4 points): Tone, audience, and word choice Organization (12 points): Introduction, transitions, and conclusion Usage and Mechanics (12 points): Grammar, spelling, and sentence structure APA Elements (16 points): In text citations and references, 44 points
Overall Score Total Score 0 or more

Combining data in an EMR system

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Health Information

Below are two scenarios, based on information learned in this course. You will need to write a 3–4 page paper for each scenario. Each paper should address the questions provided in the applicable scenario. Please use our textbook, internet search and any personal knowledge you might have to complete the assignment. Please cite all sources, and follow APA formatting techniques. Submit your Scenario 1 paper to the Unit 9 Scenario 1 Dropbox, and submit your Scenario 2 paper to the Unit 9 Scenario 2 Dropbox.
Scenario 1: Combining data in an EMR system
A large healthcare enterprise in the Mid-Atlantic region that was created by a merger owns two acute care hospitals, a rehabilitation center, an outpatient surgical center, and three long-term care facilities. Each of these institutions uses a different EMR system. Admitting privileges extend to 550 physicians who have office systems that interface with at least one of the acute care EMR systems.
The vision is to create an environment to support communication, care coordination, and data sharing across the organization in preparation for a regional EHR system. The organization also wants to move quickly in order to take advantage of the incentives offered by the government and meet mandatory requirements.
Executives have decided to focus on the acute care facilities first and use lessons learned there to integrate the other centers at a later time. Hospital A uses certified EHR applications and has implemented ancillary systems, CPOE, and clinical documentation whereas Hospital B has a highly customized, beloved old mainframe computer that is outdated and no longer supported by the vendor. Instead of selecting a new system for both hospitals, the software programs used in Hospital A will be implemented in Hospital B.

  • There are many types of barriers that can interfere with the implementation of a unified EMR system. Give an example of at least three barriers types that exist and could cause issues given the scenario above.

Scenario 2: PHR Implementation
An academic medical center in the western U.S. recently adopted a commercial EHR and plans to adopt and integrate a PHR with its EHR. The hospital CEO drafts a vision statement designed around improving how their patients experience health care.
The CEO convenes a meeting of the chief technology officer, the chief nursing informatics officer, the chief medical officer, and a liaison from the EHR vendor to develop a strategic plan for the PHR. This meeting includes a specific list of functionalities, a timeline for their implementation, and considerations regarding the effects of the PHR on current workflows and revenue streams.

  • Imagine that you are the chief technology officer for the hospital. What PHR functionalities will you recommend be implemented first? Why?