Independent Study Project

Master of Science In Nursing Program

NRS 542


Breyer State University
Instructor: EM Garcia, RN, MSN, DNS

SYLLABUS

COURSE OVERVIEW: You have reached the final stages of your course completion of Master of Science in Nursing, Major in Emergency and Trauma Nursing. Congratulations! You are now ready to conclude your studies by generating a graduate level thesis or independent study project. Your thesis or study project must be related to nursing administration with the my approval.

First, you will present a proposal for a research or independent study project. Then, once approved, you may start your research or independent study project.

The proposed and actual research or independent study project must conform with the guidelines set by Breyer State University. To learn about this guideline, please click on the "Master's Degree Project Guidelines". The guidelines are clearly stated in the classroom. The thesis/research or project must be no less than 30 pages and must follow the APA or MLA requirements, one-inch margins and double-spaced.

For projects, you will have to create a proposal to be approved by me. A description of the project must reflect and relate to your coursework in Emergency and Trauma Nursing.

I will be your support, mentor, guide, and help, should you have any inquiry regarding this very important task. My contact information is included in your classroom. I will assist you throughout this course.

TIME FRAME: This course will grant you ten (10) semester hours. You are given ten (10) weeks to complete all requirements of the course. The initial date of study is the day you register for the course and have completed all requirements in MSN - Emergency and Trauma Nursing.

TEXTBOOK: A research book of your preference.

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ACADEMIC METHODS OF LEARNING EVALUATION:

Assignment(s)s/Term Paper(s):

You will be given a total of one (1) assignment for this course. You must utilize APA format, one-inch margins and double-spaced in completing these requirement(s). You are to submit your assignments via electronic mail or standard (post office, etc.) mail.

Interactive Discussion:

We will meet for an interactive discussion through Breyer State University 's Chat Room. Your participation and response will be graded. In this session, we will discuss challenges of your research or project. A scheduled date and time will be arranged.

GRADING:

Your thesis/research or study project will be evaluated and graded according to the following criteria:

Content/Presentation = 50%

1). The content of the thesis/research or project is clearly stated.
2). The relationship of contexts is presented thoroughly.
3). Relativity of the thesis/research or project to Emergency and Trauma Nursing is emphasized.

Arrangement and Processes = 25%

1). Arrangement of data is concise and major subjects are declared concisely.
2). Processes are presented succinctly.

Practice Impact and Related Learning Substance = 25%

1). Conclusion of the thesis/research or project must indicate its impact in the practice of nursing.
2). The thesis/research or project must express related learning experiences.  

COURSE OBJECTIVES: Upon completion of this course, you will be able to:

1). Explore advanced knowledge in nursing administration.
2). Identify and analyze significant subjects that affects nursing and the health care delivery system.
3). Demonstrate your ability and skills to present findings and solutions to pertinent clinical and management issues in health care.
4). Evaluate and understand the importance of competence in the promotion of care throughout the continuum.
5). Synthesize clinical and/or practice trends and issues in nursing and healthcare.

COURSE CONTENT:

1). Research and Independent Study Guidelines.
2). Identification of Clinical or Administrative Area of Study Project.
3). Conduct in Proposing a Research or Independent Study Project.
4). Presentation of a Research or Independent Study Project.
5). Interpretation and Analysis of Data in Research or Independent Study Project.
6). Assessment and Evaluation of Research or Independent Study Project.
7). Emphasizing Related Learning Experiences.

INFORMATION: If you have any questions regarding this program, you may address them to adm@breyerstate.com. An administrative faculty member will respond to all questions.

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