Formative Assessment
Choose one of the updated Essentials domains and discuss the associated competencies and sub-competencies. How do the sub-competencies reflect DNP-specific requirements? Why are the domain and competencies important to the role of the DNP-prepared nurse?
Document Type/Template
- Word Document
Criteria Ratings
Scholarly Writing
Affirmed Writing is formal in language, avoiding colloquialisms, slang, and overly informal expressions.
Not Affirmed Writing includes colloquialisms, slang, and overly informal expressions.
Writing Mechanics
Affirmed Minor spelling, grammar, and/or punctuation errors present, and/or sentence structure lacks minor elements of professional writing, and/or paragraphs are consistently developed. (1-2 errors)
Not Affirmed Multiple spelling grammar and/or punctuation errors present and/or sentence structure does not meet professional writing standards, and/or paragraphs are minimally developed. (more than 2 errors)
Clarity of Content
Affirmed
Writing demonstrates a strong connection between ideas, ensuring that the reader can follow the logical progression of the arguments.
Not Affirmed
Writing lacks a connection between ideas, and there is no logical progression of the arguments.
All Aspects Addressed
Affirmed Writing addresses multiple relevant aspects of the topic with sufficient detail and analysis, providing a thorough understanding.
Not Affirmed Writing fails to address relevant aspects of the topic with insufficient detail or analysis.
APA Sources (when appropriate)
Affirmed
Citations and references follow the APA style guide, with less than 2 errors.
Not Affirmed
Citations and references are not included when appropriate or do not follow the appropriate APA style guide. There are more than 2 errors.