Reference Citation References appropriately and correctly cited/quoted
5
Reference Selection
Includes at least 3 references; peer reviewed journals less than 5 years old
5
APA format
? Use Author?s note
? No abstract needed No errors in standard APA format.
5
Spelling, grammar and punctuation
Rare or no errors in spelling or grammar; Correct punctuation.
5
5-10 pages in length
? Body not counting cover page & references 5-10 pages
3
Informatics Focus
Focus is Healthcare Informatics
3
Impact on Nursing Quality & Safety
Clearly demonstrates the impact of informatics on both nursing quality and safety
4
Relates informatics to own future practice Describes a plan to incorporate informaticssafely
5
Discussion Thorough, in-depth discussion of topics
5
Knowledge of the literature Demonstrates knowledge of the literature and understanding of the relationships discussed
5
Examples from literature or personal experience Examples are integrated into the discussion