Nurs 644 - Writing for Publication - Intro to Capstone

MSN Program

NURS 644: Writing for Publication-Introduction to the Capstone Project
Online Course
Term

The Graduate Nursing Department seeks to promote social justice and to embrace diversity. All
program faculty, supervisors, staff, and students shall maintain respect for differences
including, but not limited to, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, age religion/spirituality, ability,
socioeconomic status, and culture. Each person will be responsible and accountable for creating
and maintaining a culture of respect at every level of the program.

Pre-Requisites: NURS 608

Course Quarter Credits: 3

Faculty: TBD
Phone:
E-mail:

Office Hours:
• Virtual office hours via Collaborate/Zoom; Appointment made via e-mail
• Phone appointments can be scheduled by sending an e-mail request with a list of possible

dates and times that the student is available.
Primary Contact Method:
• Messages (e-mail or voicemail) will be answered within 2 business days. When leaving a

message (by phone or email), be certain to identify yourself with your name, course
number/section, contact information and a brief description of the issue. This information
will prepare me to maximize our interaction.

Course Chair and Contact Information:
• Name: Janet F Zimmerman, MS, RN
• Email: [email protected]

Course Description: This course prepares students in the clinical research track for their
capstone project, that of writing an article with potential for publication. Emphasis is on topic

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selection, types of articles, search tools, citation management programs, and writing strategies.
The rules of APA Style® are examined.

Course Purpose (Within Program of Study): This second course in the clinical research
program provides the scholarly writing basics students need to develop their capstone. The
purpose of the capstone is to write a publishable article examining a specific role for the CRN as
a member of an interdisciplinary clinical research team. Students begin to plan, research, and
organize their capstone topic in preparation for writing the first draft of their article in NURS
668.

Course Overview: Using the capstone area of interest identified in NURS 663, students rework
their idea into a focused topic for their article. From Drexel’s library staff, students compare
online search tools and citation management programs. Students decide the type of article they
will write, craft a preliminary purpose statement, and create an outline for their article.
Students learn how to use the Publication Manual of the American Psychological Association,
the style guide of the College of Nursing and Health Professions (CNHP), to improve their
writing skills.

Learning Objectives:
At the conclusion of this course the student is able to:
1. Explain the steps in planning and writing a publishable article.
2. Rework a clinical research nurse (CRN) area of interest into a focused topic that has

potential for publication.
3. Compare general and discipline-specific search tools to find information.
4. Select a citation management software program to organize references.
5. Analyze the use of writing style guides.
6. Create materials to start writing an article that has potential for publication.

Overview of Capstone Project–Writing an Article with Potential for Publication

The MSN in clinical research includes a capstone project. The purpose for the capstone is to
write a clinical article that has potential for publication. The goal of the article is to examine a
specific role for the clinical research nurse (CRN) as a member of an interdisciplinary clinical
research team.

This is a progressive project in the clinical research courses. In the first course, NURS 663,
students identified an area of interest for the capstone. In this course, the area of interest is
reworked into a focused topic that has potential for publication. A preliminary review of the
literature (ROL) is conducted and an outline for the article is created.

In the next course, NURS 668, students use their outline to write their first draft. The purpose
for the article is defined and the ROL is expanded. Additional support for the specific role is
examined, including Good Clinical Practice (GCP) for clinical trials, and CRN practice domains,
standards, competencies, and ethical provisions.

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In the fourth course, NURS 671, students incorporate feedback from the professor(s) into their
second draft. Emphasis is on clarifying the purpose statement and supporting the CRN role with
comprehensive, correct, and current evidence. Implications for CRN practice are identified.

In the last course, NURS 676, students submit their third and final draft of a clinical paper with
the potential for publication. Emphasis is on ensuring the purpose of the paper and evidence
clearly supports a specific role of the CRN as a member of a clinical research team. Implications
for CRNs are clarified and recommendations for practice are proposed.

Throughout the capstone, students continue to develop their proficiency with American
Psychological Association (APA) Style®. Regular use of the APA manual (2010) is essential to
master APA. The APA website is a valuable resource, especially the APA Style® Blog. APA Style®
is an evaluative element in the grading rubrics.

Drexel Student Learning Priorities:
Students graduating from Drexel University achieve competency in a field of study evidenced by
achievement of a set of program-specific learning outcomes. In addition to demonstrating
competency in their fields of study, students graduating from Drexel University also will
demonstrate meaningful progress in six core intellectual and practical skill areas and five
experiential and applied learning areas, achieving levels of competency in each core area
appropriate to their program of study, their individual interests, and their abilities. Learning in
these core areas supports, and is integrated with, learning in our discipline and provides the
foundation for a broad education across disciplines. Available at Provost's Website on Drexel
Student Learning Priorities

Core Intellectual and Practical Skill Areas Experiential and Applied Learning Areas

1. Communication 7. Global Competence

2. Creative and Critical Thinking 8. Leadership

3. Ethical Reasoning 9. Professional Practice

4. Information Literacy 10. Research, Scholarship and Creative

5. Self-Directed Learning Expression

6. Technology Use 11. Responsible Citizenship

* The learning outcomes integrated with the course objectives for this course are in bold

above.

Technical Skills:
It is expected that students are proficient in the use of Microsoft Office as well as the tools and
features within the Blackboard learning management system (LMS). Microsoft Office product
training and tutorials are available for students to view. If it has been a while since you have
used Blackboard, please review the Blackboard Learn Student Orientation within Blackboard.
You can find information about Learn by browsing the Blackboard Help site. Our version of
Learn is 9.1. Blackboard also has videos for both faculty and students in the On Demand
Tutorials playlist on YouTube. Your professor will tell you what synchronous program is to be

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used for any virtual classes. Please review the appropriate tutorial within Blackboard BEFORE
your sessions. Your professor will be monitoring academic integrity. Turn-it-in will be available
for you to use when writing papers. Please review the tutorials at the Turn It In website.

Technical Standards:
The goal of the College's nursing programs is to prepare every student to think critically, and
practice nursing competently and compassionately in rapidly changing practice environments.
All efforts are designed to build nursing knowledge, enhance nursing practice and patient
safety, foster professional integrity, and ultimately improve the health outcomes of patients,
families, and communities across the continuum of care. In addition, certain functional abilities
are essential for the delivery of safe, effective nursing care during clinical training activities.
Therefore, the faculty has determined that certain technical standards are requisite for
admission, progression, and graduation from the nursing programs. The Technical Standards for
Nursing are available at Technical Standards for Admission, Academic Progression and
Graduation

Teaching Methods:
• Reading Assignments
• Lecture Captures
• Virtual Synchronous Class Meetings
• Asynchronous Discussions
• Website Resources

Standards of Nursing Practice:
• American Nurses Association. (2015). Nursing: Scope and standards of practice (3rd ed.).

Silver Spring, MD: Author. ISBN: 978-1-55810-619-2
• Drexel University College of Nursing and Health Professions MSN Student Handbooks

available online: Advanced Role Student Handbook and Advanced Role Clinical Handbook
• Fowler, M. D. M. (Ed.). (2015). Guide to nursing’s social policy statement. Silver Spring, MD:

American Nurses Association. ISBN: 978-1-55810-615-4
• Fowler, M. D. M. (Ed.). (2015). Guide to the code of ethics for nurses with interpretive

statements: Development, interpretation, and application (2nd ed.). Silver Spring, MD:
American Nurses Association. ISBN: 978-1-55810-603-1

E-Books/Textbooks/References/Technological Resources
Required:
There is no specific textbook for this course.
• American Nurses Association and International Association of Clinical Research Nurses.

(2016). Clinical research nursing: Scope and standards of practice. Silver Spring, MD: Author.
ISBN: 9781558106758
• American Psychological Association (2009). Publication manual of the American
Psychological Association (6th ed.). Washington, D.C.: Author.

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• CRN2010 Domain of Practice Committee (2009). Building the foundation for clinical research
nursing: Domain of practice for the specialty of clinical research nursing. Bethesda, MD:
National Institutes of Health Clinical Center, Nursing and Patient Care Services. Retrieved
from https://www.cc.nih.gov/nursing/crn/DOP_document.pdf

• Fowler, M. D. M. (Ed.). (2015). Guide to the code of ethics for nurses with interpretive
statements: Development, interpretation, and application (2nd ed.). Silver Spring, MD:
American Nurses Association. ISBN: 978-1-55810-603-1

• Oncology Nursing Society. (2016). 2016 Oncology clinical trials nurse competencies.
Pittsburgh, PA: Author. Retrieved from
https://www.ons.org/sites/default/files/OCTN_Competencies_FINAL.PDF

• Wiley’s writing for publication. An easy-to-follow guide for nurses. (2016). Somerset, NJ:
John Wiley & Sons, Inc. Retrieved from http://naepub.com/wp-
content/uploads/2015/08/nursing_catalogue.pdf

• Additional readings from journals and other sources will be posted throughout the course.

• See Student Handbook for Hardware and Software requirements.

Additional Requirements for This Course Include:
• Internet speeds that meet or exceed Drexel University recommendations are required for

virtual class sessions and access to Blackboard Learn.
• Computer (MAC or PC) that meets minimal requirements listed on the Online Learning

Technical Guidelines and with the ability to download various teaching/learning tools.
• External headset with noise-cancelling capability and a microphone.
• Webcam enabled computer.
• Ethernet cable connection.

Methods of Evaluation:

Assignment Wt % Due Dates (specify time and EST/EDT) Course DSLPs
Objective(s) Met
Quiz: APA Practice 0 Fri./Sat. of week 1; Open for 36 hours via Met 4, 5, 6
Test tool in Blackboard 5
Paper: Rationale 15 Sat. of week 2, 11:59PM ET 1, 2, 3,
for Topic 2, 5, 6 4, 5, 9,
10
Statement of 10 Sat. of week 3, 11:59PM ET 2, 5, 6 1, 2, 3,
4, 5, 9,
Purpose for Article 10
4, 5, 6
Midterm Exam 15 Fri./Sat. of week 5; Open for 36 hours via 1, 2, 3, 4, 5
(Modules 1-2) 1, 2, 3,
Outline for Article Test tool in Blackboard 4, 5, 9,
10
15 Sat., of week 6, 11:59PM ET 2, 6 1, 4,

Annotated 30 Sat., of week 9, 11:59PM ET 3, 4, 5, 6

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Bibliography 15 Week 11, date, time TBD, via ProctorU 5,6, 9,
10
Final Exam 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 4, 5, 6
(Modules 1-5)

Assignment Submission:
• Students must submit any assignment attachments using MSWord. Files in differing formats

that cannot be opened will be returned for reprocessing, and may be considered late if
received after the due date. If there are any questions regarding formatting of your file
attachment, please email your professor prior to the due date.

• Submission links are provided directly beneath each individual assignment description;
please use this area to submit your work. Do not submit your assignments via email. You
will be expected to use your Drexel email address for all class and school communications.

Assignment Submission Requirements:
• All quizzes are completed using the Test tool in Blackboard under the Assignments link.

• All exams are completed using ProctorU in Blackboard under the Assignments link.

• A missed quiz or exam cannot be made-up. Students receive a zero for a missed quiz or
exam.

• Vacations, family and social events, work schedules, and technology issues are not accepted
for a missed quiz or exam.

• For a serious, unexpected event, students must email the professor 24 hours before the
start time of the quiz or exam to explain the situation and provide documentation; a one-
time extension may be granted. In the event an extension is granted, the answer key will be
withheld until the requesting student has taken the quiz or exam.

• Students are expected to submit other assignments when due. Assignments submitted after
the due date will result in a loss of 5 points each day the assignment is late unless prior
arrangements have been made with the professor before the assignment is due.
Assignments more than seven days late will not be accepted.

• A missed assignment cannot be made up and alternative assignments are not available.
Students receive a zero for a missed assignment.

• For a serious, unexpected event, students must email the professor 24 hours before the
due date of the assignment to explain the situation and provide documentation.

Grading and Feedback:
• Assignment grades and feedback are provided by the faculty member via Blackboard in My

Grades.

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Students can expect to receive feedback within 5 business days of assignment submission for
most assignments. Comprehensive assignments/papers may take up to 10 business days to
grade.

Grading Scale:
The grading scale described below will be used in evaluating the theory components of all
nursing courses. The method of grade assignment will be determined by the course faculty
members.

Letter Grade Numerical Grade
A+ 98-100
A 93-97
A- 90-92
B+ 88-89
B 84-87
B- 82-83
C+ 79-81
C 77-78
C- 74-76
D+ 71-73
D 69-70
F <69

Note:
• Evidence of satisfactory progress includes maintenance of a minimum 3.0 cumulative grade

point average each term. The progress of each student is reviewed each term. Failure to
maintain the minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA will result in placement on academic probation.
A student must achieve a grade of B (84) or higher in all NURS and RSCH courses (excluding
electives) in the program. A student who receives a grade below (B) in any NURS or RSCH
course (excluding electives) must repeat the course and achieve a (B) or higher.

• Students should refer to their specific program’s student handbook for detailed information
regarding grades required for progression.

• Rounding: Per program policy, only final grades will be rounded. Final grades of 0.50 or
greater will be rounded up to the next whole numeric value. Therefore, an 83.50 is the
minimum grade needed to pass this course, as this is rounded to an 84. Exam and quiz
scores will not be rounded and will be entered in the grade book to the nearest hundredth
of a percent.

ASSIGNMENT DETAILS:

APA Style® Practice Quiz:

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The APA practice quiz allows students to assess their current knowledge of APA Style® at the
beginning of the course. The quiz has 10 objective questions and students have 20 minutes to
complete the quiz. Although this quiz will be graded, it will not be calculated into the course
grade. The quiz should be used as a learning tool and study guide for the midterm and
comprehensive final exams.

The quiz is open for 36 hours and students have one attempt to complete the quiz. If you exit
the quiz, or your Internet connection is disrupted, the quiz will automatically be scored up to
the point prior to disconnection.

To ensure a strong, continuous, high-speed Internet connection, students should use an
Ethernet cable instead of Wi-Fi (wireless). If Wi-Fi is used, sit close to the router.

The quiz is administered in Blackboard using the Test tool under the Assignments link.

Exams:
The midterm and comprehensive final exams allow students to assess their knowledge of
course content. Each exam has 25 objective questions and students will have 50 minutes to
complete each exam.

After each exam, an item analysis will be performed to assess the quality and validity of each
question. Any adjustment (curving) in the exam will be based on the item analysis.

The schedule and weighting of the exams are provided in other sections of the syllabus. Exams
are administered in Blackboard using the Test tool under the Assignments link.

Annotated Bibliography:
Students select a topic that identifies a role of the clinical research nurse (CRN) as a member of
an interdisciplinary clinical research team. Students will write an annotated bibliography of five
nursing authored-articles that are relevant to the topic. A purpose statement is required for this
paper. This assignment will serve as a starting point for the capstone

This is a Turnitin assignment in Blackboard. Additional details are available in Blackboard.

NOTE: In the case of a thesis, manuscript or capstone project generated in whole or in part by
a student in the course, copyright ownership shall reside with the student. However, the
University shall retain a royalty-free right to use the thesis, manuscript or capstone project, in
whole or in part, in publications and in derivative works, with due recognition given to the
student, and to reproduce and publicly distribute copies of the thesis for limited and
noncommercial purposes.

Grading Rubric: Annotated Bibliography

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Students receive a score in each of the evaluative elements and added together, they form the
assignment grade.

Points

Evaluative Elements 4 3 2 1
Meets all Mostly Partially Minimally

criteria. meets criteria. meets criteria. meets criteria

Topic & Purpose

The topic of the paper is clear in the purpose statement. The purpose statement is concise

and logical.

Articles

Each of the five articles is relevant to the topic and purpose statement. Each article is

correctly analyzed.

Originality

The paper is new and original. There is no quoted text.

Grammar, Writing Style, Organization

The paper has correct spelling, grammar, punctuation, and sentence structure.

APA Style®

Paper shows correct and complete application of APA Style®

UNIVERSITY POLICIES:

Accommodations for Students with Disabilities:
Students requesting accommodations due to a disability at Drexel University need to present a
current Accommodation Verification Letter (AVL) to faculty before accommodations can be
made. AVLs are issued by the Office of Disability Resources (ODR). For additional information,
visit the Office of Equality and Diversity's Disability Resources website or contact the Office for
more information: 215-895-1401 (V), or [email protected]

Course Drop/Add Policy:
Please refer to the University’s drop/add policies and timelines on the Provost’s Course
Add/Drop Website or contact the appropriate academic advisor. Refer to the Academic
Calendars for key dates.

Course Withdrawal:
Please refer to the University’s withdrawal policies on the Provost’s Course Withdrawal site or
contact the appropriate academic advisor. Refer to the Academic Calendars for key dates.

Academic Calendars:
Refer to the Academic Calendars for key dates.

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Observance of Religious Holidays:
Drexel University supports an environment that respects the religious observances of others.
Students who feel that they will need accommodations for assignments and/or exams due to a
religious observance are required to consult the course schedule contained in the syllabus and
contact their instructor to make mutually agreed-upon arrangements. All arrangements must
be made before the end of the second week of the term. Requests made after that time may
not be accommodated. Also see the Provost’s Office Religious Observance Statement and the
Religious Observances Calendar.

STUDENT RESPONSIBLITLES:

Financial Obligations:
• Students who do not satisfy financial obligations to the University and have been placed on

financial hold are not entitled to a final and official course grade by the Instructor.
• Official course grades are submitted by faculty through Drexel’s Banner academic

information management system.

COLLEGE POLICIES:

Academic Integrity, Plagiarism and Cheating:
• Drexel University is committed to a learning environment that embraces honesty. Faculty,

students, and administrators share responsibility for maintaining this environment of
academic honesty and integrity, accepting responsibility for all actions, personal and
academic. Each member of our community is expected to read, understand, and uphold the
values identified and described for academic integrity.
• Refer to the section on “Student Conduct and Community Standards” at the Drexel
University Student Handbook website. Also see the Policy on Academic Integrity on the
Provost’s Office Website.

Recognizing Plagiarism Tutorial:
• All students in the College of Nursing and Health Professions must complete an online

tutorial “Recognizing Plagiarism.”
• New students need to complete this by the midterm of their first quarter attending Drexel.
• This tutorial is available via Blackboard. If you are not sure how to access this tutorial

contact your academic advisor.

Intellectual Honesty Certification:
All students in the College of Nursing and Health Professions are required to attest adherence
to the intellectual honesty statement. Students are required to sign the individual and/or group
statement one time at the beginning of each course. Their “one time” signature on these
statements applies to all graded assignments for that particular course.

The individual statement is as follows:

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I certify that:
1. This assignment is entirely my own work, with any words and/or ideas from other

sources (print, Web, other media, other individuals groups) being properly cited in text,
and placed in a proper reference section.
2. Any material used from another assignment has been discussed with and approved by
the instructor.

Student’s Signature: ___________________________
Course Submitted: __________
Term: __________
Date: __________

The group statement is as follows:
We certify that this assignment is presented as entirely our own intellectual work. Any words
and/or ideas from other sources (e.g. printed publications, Internet sites, electronic media,
other individuals, groups, or organizations) have been properly indicated using the
appropriate scholarly citation style required by the department or College.

We have not submitted this assignment in its entirety to satisfy the requirements of any
other course. Any parts of this assignment from other courses have been discussed
thoroughly with the faculty member before this submission so that there is an
understanding that we have used some of this work in a prior assignment.

Student’s Signature__________________________ Date ____________________
Student’s Signature__________________________ Date ____________________
Student’s Signature__________________________ Date ____________________
Add or delete signatures as necessary.

Netiquette:
Netiquette is a set of rules for behaving and interacting properly online.
Each culture, (and cyberspace has its own culture), operates under a system of rules that may
not be explicitly stated but are expected and enforced all the same. When you enter any new
culture you're liable to commit a few social blunders unless you know the rules. You might
offend people without meaning to. Or you might misunderstand what others say and take
offense when it's not intended. Here are common netiquette rules expected in this course:
• Make your messages easier to read by making your paragraphs short and to the point.

• TYPING IN ALL CAPS IS CONSIDERED SHOUTING ON THE INTERNET.
• Messages in all lowercase letters can be difficult to read, instead, use normal capitalization.

• *Asterisks* surrounding a word can be used to make a stronger point.
• Be careful when using sarcasm and humor. Without face to face communications your joke

may be viewed as criticism. When being humorous, use emoticons to express humor. (tilt
your head to the left to see the emoticon smile) :-) = happy face for humor

Group Communication:

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• Respect the fact that the class list is a closed discussion; do not forward mail from your
classmates to others without their permission.

• In an online forum or newsgroup, debate is welcome, but be tactful in responding to others.
Remember that there's a person (or a whole class) at the receiving end of your post.

• Keep your questions and comments relevant to the focus of the discussion group.
Information intended for an individual or small group of individuals should be emailed to
those people directly.

• If you quote a previous post (by using the reply function for example), quote only enough to
make your own point.

• Resist the temptation to "flame" others on the list. Remember that these discussions are
"public" and meant for constructive exchanges. Treat the others on the list as you would
want them to treat you.

PROGRAM AND COURSE POLICIES:

Attendance and Lateness Policies:
• If synchronous class meetings are scheduled for on-line courses, all students are expected

to attend these meetings as assigned. Students are required to notify the Professor of an
absence to a synchronized class prior to the start of class. This notification must briefly
explain the reason you will be absent and must be done via email.
• Each student is expected to arrive at least 5-10 minutes before the session has begun and
have completed the Blackboard Collaborate wizard run prior to the start of class.

Privacy and Accessibility Policies
The software/tools contained at this site may be used within this course. Click on the
hyperlinks to learn more about the software or program’s compliance with accessibility and
privacy standards.

Changes to Syllabus:
• As a student you acknowledge receipt of this syllabus and the information herein by

continuing to attend this course. As the instructor, I reserve the right to make changes to
this syllabus if circumstances warrant such change. All major changes will be provided to
you in writing.

Communication:
• Students are expected to follow the guidelines for professional communication as outlined

in the MSN Student Handbook.
• Online conduct reflects the same requirements as classroom conduct. Courtesy, politeness,

and good manners must be used when students and faculty are involved in online
education and/or communication; the same as if the interaction were to take place in
person. Certain issues are particular to online education conduct. These include assuring
that written or audio discussion and email are afforded the same civility as an on-site
classroom situation.

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Email:
• Students must use their Drexel email for all course related communication.
• Students are expected to check their Drexel email at least three times per week for

announcements relating to class, Communication from the professor, course and
registration information.
• A student who does not do this is in danger of not receiving important information, as this is
a major mode of communication for the College of Nursing and Health Professions.

Student Issues:
Students with any complaints or grievances concerning this course should consult the program
handbook for the process of addressing these issues.

TECHNICAL ISSUES:

Online Learning Technical Guidelines:
The CNHP Online Learning Technical Guidelines are updated quarterly and provide important
information regarding minimum technological specifications and browser compatibility for
successful online learning. Students are encouraged to refer to the CNHP Online Learning
Technical Guidelines to ensure that their computers meet the minimal Online Learning
Technical Guidelines requirements.

Technical guidelines and more detailed troubleshooting/help information can be found at:
Online Learning Technical Guidelines

Blackboard:
For help with Blackboard Learn, contact Blackboard Learn at 215-895-1224.
• You can also contact the ITG at via email at [email protected]
• You can also view tutorials at the Information Resources and Technology for Drexel Learn

Website

Blackboard Collaborate:
• For help with Blackboard Collaborate

Contact the first level Blackboard Collaborate Direct Support line at 1-877-382-2293 (US &
Canada Toll-Free).
• If your issue is not resolved by the first level support please contact the Drexel Instructional
Technology Group at [email protected]
• Other issues: For help with email, passwords, or Drexel One, contact the Drexel IRT Help
Desk at 215-895-2020

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TOPICAL OUTLINE:

Module/Weeks/Dates Topics Assignments
Class 1: week 1
Module 1 (wks. 1-2) • Course orientation
Mon., date-Sat., date • Introduction to APA Practice Quiz in Bb using
the Test tool. Open for 36
hours the first Fri./Sat. of the
module

Post CRN area of interest
from N663 to the Discussion
Board by Sat. of week 1,
11:59PM ET

Module 2 (wks. 3-4) • Reasons to publish Class 2: week 2
Sun., date-Sat., date • Types of articles Readings:
• Academic papers vs publishable • Wiley, pp 3-10
Paper 1: Rationale for topic,
articles due Sat. of week 2, 11:59PM
• Area of interest > Topic with ET

potential for publication Class 3: week 3, Basic
• GCP course (N663) Literature Searching,
• ANA/Itnl Assoc of CRNs – CRN presented by Janice Masud-
Paul, Liaison Librarian,
Scope & Standards of Practice Health Sciences Research
• NIH Clinical Center – Domain of

Practice for the Specialty of
Clinical Research Nursing

• Oncology Nurse Society (ONS) –
2016 Oncology Clinical Trials
Nurse Competencies

• Searching the literature

Week 5 • Keeping search records Class 4: week 4, Using
Midterm Exam (Modules 1-2) Citation Mgmt Programs to
Organize Your References,
presented by Janice Masud-
Paul
Midterm in Bb using Test

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Module 3 (wks. 5-6) • Annotated bibliographies tool; Open for 36 hours
Sun., date-Sat., date • Definition, purpose Fri./Sat. of week 5
• Examples, samples Class 3: week 5
Module 4 (wks. 7-8)
Sun., date-Sat., date • Writing a draft purpose Annotated bibliography of
Module 5 (wks. 9-10) statement for your article five articles: Due
Sun., date-Sat., date • Readings: APA Manual, Ch
Week 11 •
• 2-3
• Writing an annotated APA Manual, Ch 4
Assignment – creating an
bibliography outline
• Readings: APA Manual,
• Ch 6-7
• APA
• Manuscript Structure & Class 4: week 7

Content Class 5: week 9
• Writing Clearly & Concisely Annotated Bib., Sat, week 9
• Final in Bb using ProctorU:
• Date/Time TBD
• Creating an outline
• APA Analyze the use of APA

Style® as a writing
•
• Mechanics of Style
• Citations & References
• APA
• Crediting Sources
• Reference Examples
• Proofreading, Copyediting
Professional practice & Publishing

Comprehensive Final Exam (Modules
1-5)

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