Math vs. Nursing

Instructions

Read the discussion prompts and create an initial post of 200-250 words. After you complete your initial post, respond to your classmates.

Discussion Prompts

A. Give a short introduction of yourself

B. How comfortable are you with learning and practicing new mathematical concepts? How would you describe yourself as a math learner?

C. In your opinion, why is mathematics essential for a career in nursing? 

D. Explain what you hope to learn in this course and how you see yourself applying these skills in your future nursing career.

 

A. Self Intro:

Donnabelle Rogers

Single Mother of 4 girls 

Currently working full-time for a charter school

Born and raised in the Philippines 

Last attended college was October of 2002

 

B. poor since I have been out of school and practice but fast learner.

 

 

2023 Discussion Board Rubric

CriteriaRatingsPts

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeDemonstration of Knowledge, Understanding and Application of Content in Initial Post

4 pts

Outstanding

Answers all discussion questions and prompts with pertinent information demonstrating critical thinking and thorough understanding of course content. Post exceeds 200 words in length.

3 pts

Good

Answers all discussion questions. Missing detailed information on 1 prompts or required elements. Post exceeds 200 words in length.

2 pts

Proficient

Answers all discussion questions. Some answers are superficial without clear evidence of critical thinking and understanding of content. Lacks detailed information and missing 2 prompts or required elements. Initial post below 200 words but exceeds 150 words.

1 pts

Needs Improvement

Briefly answers all questions but some responses are not correct and/or do not demonstrate understanding of course content. Missing 3+ prompts or majority of required elements. Post does not exceed 150 words.

0 pts

Unacceptable

No discussion board post/no submission.

4 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeCritical Thinking and Substance of Peer Responses

3 pts

Outstanding

Provides 2 response posts to peers that demonstrate critical thinking and directly addresses the original post. The post demonstrates extension of the original post, an alternative point of view to foster further discussion or reference/resources to support their response. Post exceeds 100 words in length.

2 pts

Good

Provides 2 response posts to peers that directly address the original post. One post is not substantive (not extending knowledge of the original post, an alternative point of view or resources to support response). Post exceeds 100 words in length.

1.5 pts

Proficient

1 or 2 response posts are submitted but they could be more substantive or offer little insight to further discussion or a repeat of information already posted without adding further information showing critical thinking. May include responses like “I agree” or “good point” with some supporting evidence but not thoroughly written. Response post below 100 words but exceeds 50 words.

1 pts

Needs Improvement

Response posts “I agree” or “good point”, or a repeat of information already posted without adding further information showing critical thinking. Student responds to a maximum of 1 peer. Response post does not exceed 50 words.

0 pts

Unacceptable

No response posts. Student does not respond to any peers.

3 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeAcademic Language/Grammar/Composition

3 pts

Outstanding

Excellent use and control of language. Posts and Responses are clearly written and understandable. No misspelled words or typographical errors Citation provided if reference/author cited in posts. APA formatting of reference is used expertly with no errors. Includes (as required for specific courses) minimum of 1 peer-reviewed reference and minimum of 1 reference published within the last 5 years.

2 pts

Good

Good use and control of language. Minor errors (< 2) such as misspelled words, typographical errors or sentence structure issues. APA formatting of references is used with 1-2 errors. Includes (as required for specific courses) maximum of 1 peer-reviewed reference and maximum of 1 reference published within the last 5 years.

1.5 pts

Proficient

Average use and control of language. Some (3-5) errors in post. APA formatting of references is used with 3-4 errors. Includes (as required for specific courses) maximum of 1 peer-reviewed reference. References are published >5 years ago.

1 pts

Needs Improvement

Needs improvement. Below average use and control of language. Significant errors (>5) such as misspelled words, typographical errors or sentence structure issues. APA formatting of references is used with 5+ errors. Does not include (as required for specific courses) 1 peer-reviewed reference. References are published >5 years ago.

0 pts

Unacceptable

Sentences are incoherent and/or improperly structured. Post has multiple typographical errors, misspelled words, which do not reflect appropriate level of writing. APA formatting of references are not used and/or references not included.

3 pts

Total Points: 10

 

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