DEPARTMENT OF PROFESSIONAL STUDIESCOLLEGE OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES

CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY, LONG BEACH 

HCA 417i –03: Technology, Ethics, and SocietySpring 2103

Instructor: Linda Martinez, Ph.D.On Campus: linda.martinez@csulb.eduOffice Hours: Wednesday (5:00 – 7:00pm) by appointmentOffice Location: HCA Adjunct OfficePhone: (254) 493-8666

Course: 8197Class Meets: 100% OnlineClass Room: online

Additional Contact Information:HCA Program Administrative Coordinator: Deby McGill, dmcgill@csulb.eduTel. 562/985-5694; fax 562/985-5886

Course DescriptionA framework for understanding the ways in which human societies transform themselves through technological innovation; and understanding ethical questions concerning the social effects of technological change and students’ understanding of health care ethics, ethical issues, and ethical behavior in contemporary health care settings. (Lecture) Letter grade only (A-F).

Teaching/Learning ObjectivesStudents who have completed this course should be able to:

Learning Objectives, Domain and Competency Table

Learning Objective Domain Competency Activity (A1), Assignment (A2) or Assessment (A3)

Define “technology” and “ethics” and discuss the various worldwide impacts of technology upon society

5 A. General Management

In Class exercises and reflection/critical commentary for each major function

Synthesize basic concepts and principles of organizational, biomedical, and business ethics and demonstrate the ability to apply them in defining and analyzing critical issues in health care settings

2 A. Leadership Skills and Behavior

Questions on Midterm and Final Exam

Compare and contrast the effects that technology has had on the human-made environment.

1 C. Facilitation Conducting Meetings in class Role Play

Develop a framework for ethical decision-making, especially as it applies to the export of technology

3 A. Personal and professional accountability

Team presentation assignment and peer feedback

*Instructor reserves the right to alter or change assignments. Changes in the syllabus will be announced via email and on the beachboard. It is a student’s responsibility to remain updated on course changes.

Required Texts (get the most recent versions in the book store):

Winston, M. E., & Edelbach, R. D. (2008). Society, ethics, and technology. (4th Ed.). Belmont, CA: Wadsworth Group/Thomson Learning ISBN13 - 978-0-495-50467-2

Garrett, T. M., Baillie, H. M., & Garrett, R. M. (2009). Health care: Principles and problems. (5th ed.). Upper Saddle River, NJ: Prentice Hall. ISBN – 10: 0132187906.

 Methods of Instruction

Discussion Small group problem-solving activities Informal peer content critique/feedback Informal and formal critique/feedback by the instructor Readings from class texts, class notes/material, and from additional sources Individual field and research activities/case report

Evaluation

Your unit grade will be based on the following criteria:

Profile with Picture 50Introduction on Discussion Board 10Cultural Relativism Web Exercise 80

14 Discussion Board Assignment @ 10 points each 140Discussion Participation to others’ Board Submissions – 28 @ 5 points each 140500 Word Essay 20Movie Critique - Gattaca or The Island or Erin Brokovich or Wall-e or The Day the Earth Stood Still (2008 version)

60

Research Paper Proposal 40Midterm 100Group Project Proposal 40Group Project (PowerPoint Presentation) 100Group Project Comments 2 @ 10 points each 20Final Examination 100Final Research Paper 100

Total Points 1000 CLASS POLICIES:

Attendance: There is no attendance policy in this class in a traditional sense—the students are not required to participate in the class activities at any specific time each week. However, every assignment in this class has a due-date—such assignments must be submitted/presented on time.

Late Work: No late work will be accepted or rewarded any credit unless the failing to submit an assignment on time is due to those circumstances outlined in the CSULB Attendance Policy as Excused Absences (Academic Senate Policy #01-01). Please refer to the CSULB Catalog or visit the CSULB Academic Senate site to get familiar with the policy (http://www.csulb.edu/divisions/aa/grad_undergrad/senate/policy).

Participation: In this class, Participation is a set of specific weekly activities with the established deadlines. The nature of these activities and the evaluation criteria for them are described in detail further in this syllabus.

Mandatory Essay

It is a University requirement to ask students to submit a 500-word essay by the end of the second week and/or before the third week of school. This written requirement is in addition to the course assignments required for this class. However, it is required by the school. In order to make it easier for all of you, I have designated the topic of Lesson # 2 for this purpose. What you need to do is use the Comprehension Questions from Lesson 2 as your guide to write your essay. Or, you can use any topic about technology and/or ethics. This is NOT a substitute to responding to these questions under Communications - Discussion Forum. In other words, you still need to post responses to the Comprehension Questions for Lesson 2 and in addition write the essay and submit prior to Lesson 3. Remember, it has to be at least 500 words. Use MS Word. Please follow APA guidelines. Again, the required essay is NOT to be confused with the weekly requirement of posting answers to the comprehension questions due that week.

ASSIGNMENTSBasic Technical Requirements:

Internet access, E-mail account and access, Word Processing with MS Word compatibility: many of the class notes, documents, and additional readings are stored as MS Word files and documents; the exam is also written in MS Word--you will need this program in order to retrieve and open these documents and files; you will also need to use a MS Word compatible program to submit some of your work to the instructor. Individual Assignments:

All individual assignments must be computer-typed and word-processed, in the format described in the latest APA manual. (See APA folder under Course Information tab for some of the basic tips on APA). It is very important that you note that the writing style guide that the department requires for citations is APA 6th Edition; It is highly recommended that all students have a copy of the book. A quick style guide can be accessed through the University Library at: www.csulb.edu/library/eref/vref/style.html. More information about APA style is on beachboard content for the course.

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES - Successful students follow both oral and written instructions. The syllabus and verbal instructions in class are the primary sources of instructions; so successful students should attend all classes and read the instructions carefully and refer to them regularly. Successful students write down any instructions received in class; they also are careful to make sure that they have taken accurate notes and ask question before due dates. Successful students look up information first so that they ask informed questions, not questions they already have the answers to. If they can’t find the answers, they contact the instructor after class or via voice mail or email.

Successful students pay close attention to how they can best and most easily learn the material in a particular subject area. You may find it helpful to take a learning styles inventory to guide your study habits. You can access one online at http://www.metamath.com//1sweb/dvclearn.htm. If you have difficulty figuring out how best to learn the material in this class, please make an appointment to see me. If you choose to take the online survey, you may submit your result for extra credit which will add percentage points to your lowest score.

Discussion Questions:Discussion Board Lessons200-300 word essays addressing the questions stated in the assignment. The essays should demonstrate your familiarity with the reading material and concepts, understanding of the topic discussed, your ability to conduct additional and relevant to the topic research and integrate the knowledge from the class material and other sources with your personal and professional experience. You are expected to cite and reference minimum three sources of information; it might include the class textbook, lecture notes, and any other sources you find during your research activities for each lesson.

You will lose one point for your postings each day after the due date. For example, if the due date is 8/30/12 and you do not post until 8/31 and your score is 10/10, you will receive 9/10 of posting a day late. If you are two days late, you will receive 8/10 and so forth.

Evaluating Criteria for Discussion Questions

The responses to each lesson’s Discussion Questions will be assessed according to the following rubric:

10 points per lesson--relevant content provided to all questions for the lesson;well-organized, good writing mechanics (check spelling and grammar), evidence of relevant research; at least 3 sources are cited and referenced according to APA format

8 points per lesson—relevant content provided to all questions for the lesson, well organized, good writing mechanics, and evidence of relevant research at least 2 sources are cited and/or referenced according to APA format

6 points per lesson—relevant content provided to most of the questions for the lesson, reasonably well organized, writing mechanics is acceptable with only some spelling and grammatical errors, and at least 1 source is cited showing evidence of relevant research

5 points per lesson—relevant content provided to most of the questions for the lesson, reasonably well organized, writing mechanics is acceptable with only some spelling and grammatical errors, BUT no evidence of relevant research (no citations or references)

0 points per lesson—no response posted OR the content is insufficient, no organization, no evidence of research.

Discussion Participation Lessons Constructive comments on other classmates' postings, respectful communication style and overall active participation in the discussion board.  Evaluating Criteria for Discussion Participation:Your comments must at least 75 words each. The comments to each lesson’s Posting will be assessed according to the following rubric:

5 points per lesson—at least two comments are posted per lesson; the comments are constructive, acknowledge some of the points, arguments, propositions stated in the discussion posting(s) to which the comments are made. Comments must be at least 5 sentences for each one.

3 point per lesson—only one comment is posted per lesson; the comment is constructive, acknowledges some of the points, arguments, propositions stated in the discussion posting to which the comment is made. Comment must be at least 5 sentences for each one.

0 points per lesson—there are no comments posted; OR the comments are openly hostile; OR the comments are limited to simple greeting-like statements (“I agree/disagree”; “Well said,” etc.) without explanation or justification

Discussion Board Introduction – The initial discussion board assignment, titled “Introduction” is to introduce yourself and your interests. You do not need references for this posting and you do not have to post comments on your classmates.

Profile Page The requirements for each section of the profile page are listed below:

Must have picture for full creditInterests/Hobbies:

At least 3

Favorite Music: Favorite type and favorite song

Favorite TV Shows:

At least 3

Favorite Movies: At least 3

Favorite Books: At least 3

Favorite Quotations:

At least 1

Favorite Websites:

At least 3 with description

Future Goals: At least 3

Most Memorable Learning

Experience:

At least 1 with the reason it is your most memorable experience

“I don’t have one is not an acceptable answer for above.”

Cultural Relativism Web Exercise - Do the web exercise at http://www.jcu.edu/philosophy/gensler/et/et-01-00.htm Click on web exercise, click on Cultural Relativism, scroll down and click on "forward". Do the exercise and follow it through to the end. Save the final page saying you have completed the exercise and email that final page to me as proof of completion.

Movie Critique Essay – Choose one of the following movies - Gattaca or The Island or Erin Brokovich or Wall-e or The Day the Earth Stood Still (2008 version)This written essay should be typed using MS Word or RTF, it should not exceed two (3) pages, and should be double-spaced. The objective of this written assignment is to help you identify the key ethical implications of the technology presented on the chosen film. Your essay should attempt to provide an analysis of the ethical implications to society brought about by the technology presented in the film selected. I am NOT looking for a recount of the movie, but a summary of the key ethical aspects of the technology(ies) in question if it were to be applied to society.  Email the paper.

Exams:There will be two online open-book, open-notes midterm and final exams. The exams are primarily multiple-choice with a few essay questions. More information will be available prior to the exams.

Group Assignments:There will be one group assignment in this course—Team Power Point Presentation. Each student will be assigned to a team by the instructor soon after the midterm exam. Each team will be able to communicate through its own discussion forum accessible only to the assigned members of the team; team members can also communicate via e-mail, phone, or any other preferred and accepted by all members modes of communication. Please note, that it is NOT expected that the team should meet in person; however, this decision is within each team’s discretion as long as all members consent.

Group Project Proposal: The proposal is to be between ½ and 1 page long. Using APA style, define your topic and explain why your group chose this topic. You must use at least one reference for the proposal.

Group Project: You will be assigned to groups of 3 and together as a group you will select an area of how technology has changed the world. Together you will develop a PowerPoint presentation of at least 12 slides post it to the discussion board under the correct date. Each member of the group is responsible for at least 3 references which will be cited in the text and in a reference list on the last slide.

Group Project Comments: Make constructive comments on two of your classmate’s group projects.

Final Research Paper Proposal: Select a technology to use to write a 5- 7 page, double-spaced paper assessing the chosen technology within an ethical framework. The proposal is to be between ½ and 1 page long. Using APA style, define your topic and explain why this topic is important to you. You must use at least one reference for the proposal.

Final Research Paper:The product is a 5 - 7 page font-12 double-spaced research paper on one of the topics covered and discussed in this course. The paper should address the issues of ethics (theory and practices in work-related aspects of society. The focus is up to you; however, the comparative analysis between other nations and the US is appropriate. You may also consider such Globalization, Economics, and Human Rights, Information Technology and etc. In general, choose the topic that is relevant to the course topics and discussions, on the one hand; and on the other, something that is relevant to your own professional, personal, and/or academic experience and interests.

The Paper must be written and organized according to APA format; particularly, pay attention to citations and references of research sources, and to the correspondence between citations in text of your essay and references at the end. It is expected that you will be using 10-15 different sources (minimum); that will include academic publications, national/international database, media/news reports, etc.

All assignments must be submitted by the specified due dates outlined in this syllabus

 Submission Instructions

Discussion Questions; Discussion Participation Comments:Type (or copy/paste from a word file) your answers, comments, and bibliography entries into the class main discussion board under the forums designated by the instructor. It is to your advantage to develop your posting in a word processing document and then copy it to Blackboard. The word processor will check spelling and grammar so you do not lose points on something easily correctible.

  LETTER GRADES Grades will be assigned based on the following percentages/scores: 

Letter Grade1000 - 925 A924 - 830 B829 - 730 C729 - 630 D 629 - 0 F

The University’s General Education policy requires students in “I” courses to write a minimum of 5,000 words in the course of the semester

Writing assignments in this course will be comprised of:

Short written reports (summary or evaluative style, 2-3 pages, 400-600 words)

Short case scenarios (synthesis, 1-2 pages)

Written case reports (Introduction, body, and conclusion; presentation skills)

Executive summaries (summary or evaluative style, 1 page; presentations skills)

Literature reviews and reports of relevant material

Analytic and interpretive assignments based on critical reading, writing, and thinking skills.

Students will choose a topic of their choice from the instructional subjects as a research paper for their final project in the class. The final project – your research paper may require an oral presentation (in video for extra credit). An example of a final project might consist of the student analyzing and discussing a case study related to the subject. For example: Students may have to study and draw conclusions from a publication from the US Congress Office of Technology Assessment. Student’s analysis and personal opinion will be submitted as a written essay on the last class meeting.

NOTE: All written assignments will be prepared using APA formatting.

HCA 417iCourse Schedule

Assign Due Date

Description

1 1-24-13 Post your introduction on Discussion BoardPost Discussion Board 1 ResponsesRead IntroductionRead ObjectivesRead Key Concepts (Introduction to Moral Theory)Read Garrett, Baillie, McGeehan/Garrett Chapter 1

1-27-13 Post two comments on classmates Discussion 1

Suggested Reading:Rachels, J. (1999). The elements of moral philosophy, (3rd Ed.). New York, NY: McGraw-Hill College.

Stay current! Read about ethical dilemmas raised by the media, public or Government.

You can also find latest articles related to this topic as part of your discussion

PROFILE 1-24-13 Create Profile –answer all questions with picture

2 1-31-13 Post Discussion Board 2 ResponsesRead IntroductionRead ObjectivesRead Key ConceptsRead Spice for the Good Life (OCD)Read Healing the Wounds that Never Heal (OCD)Read Winston Introduction: Children of Invention RevisitedRead Garrett, Baillie, McGeehan/Garrett Chapter 2

2-3-13 Post two comments on classmates discussion 2

MANDATORY 2-3-13 Mandatory 500 word essay due – please email

3 2-7-13 Post Discussion Board 3 ResponsesRead IntroductionRead ObjectivesRead Key ConceptsRead Winston Pages 28 - 38 and pages 75 - 89Read Garrett, Baillie, McGeehan/Garrett Chapter 3

2-10-13 Post two comments on classmates discussion 3

Suggested Reading:Burke, J. G., & Eakin, M. C. (1979). Technology

And change. San Francisco, CA: Boyd & Fraser Publishing Company. Contemporary technology. South Holland, IL: Goodheart- Willcox. Flowers, C. (1998). A science odyssey. William Morrow & Company, Inc. (also available on video at a local library).

You can also find latest articles related to this topic as part of your discussion

WEB EXERCISE

2-10-13 Cultural Relativism – Web Exercise Duehttp://www.jcu.edu/philosophy/gensler/et/et-01-00.htm

4 2-14-13 Post Discussion Board 4 ResponsesRead IntroductionRead ObjectivesRead Key ConceptsRead Garrett, Baillie, McGeehan/Garrett Chapter 4Read Winston Pages 102 - 152Read Good Health Drug (OCD)Read Desperate Air (OCD)

2-17-13 Post two comments on classmates discussion 4

Suggested Reading:Mills, S. (1997). Turning away from technology: A new vision for the 21st century. Sierra Club Books.

5 2-21-13 Post Discussion Board 5 ResponsesRead IntroductionRead ObjectivesRead Key ConceptsRead Garrett, Baillie, McGeehan/Garrett Chapter 5Read Winston Pages 154 to 184

2-24-13 Post two comments on classmates discussion 5

6 2-28-13 Post Discussion Board 6 Responses3-3-13 Post two comments on classmates discussion 6

Read IntroductionRead ObjectivesRead Key ConceptsRead Oregon’s Death with Dignity (OCD)Read Quality of Life (OCD)Read Garrett, Baillie, McGeehan/Garrett Chapters 6 & 7

RESEARCH PROPOSAL

3-3-13 Submit for approval proposed topic for research paper (1/2 to 1 page description)

MIDTERMEXAM

3-10-13 Midterm Exam Due

GROUP PROPOSAL

3-10-13 Group Project Proposal Due

7 3-14-13 Post Discussion Board 7 responsesRead IntroductionRead ObjectivesRead Key ConceptsRead Embryonic Stem Cells May Be Necessary (OCD)Read Genetics and Intergenerational Concerns (OCD)Read GenEthics Consortium Cases… (OCD)Read Garrett, Baillie, McGeehan/Garrett Chapters 8 & 9Read Winston Pages 287 to 296

3-17-13 Post two comments on classmates discussion 7

8 3-21-13 Post Discussion Board 8 responsesRead IntroductionRead ObjectivesRead Key ConceptsRead Garrett, Baillie, McGeehan/Garrett Chapter 10

3-24-13 Post two comments on classmates discussion 8

9 3-28-13 Post Discussion Board 9 responsesRead IntroductionRead ObjectivesRead Key ConceptsRead Garrett, Baillie, McGeehan/Garrett Chapter 11 Read Winston Pages 352 - 382Population Growth Sentencing Millions To Hydrological Poverty (OCD)20th Century Power System Incompatible With Digital Economy (OCD)

3-31-13 Post two comments on classmates discussion 9

MOVIE CRITIQUE

3-31-13 Essay on one of the following movies (your choice) Due: Erin Brockovich, Wall-e, or The Day the Earth Stood Still (2008 version)

BREAK Spring Break

10 4-11-13 Post Discussion Board 10 responsesRead IntroductionRead ObjectivesRead Key ConceptsThe Debate Over Assessing Technology (OCD)Forced Innovation (OCD) President's Information Technology Advisory Committee (PITAC)- Report to the President (OCD)Browse Government site http://www.ostp.gov/cs/issues/technology

4-14-13 Post two comments on classmates discussion 10

11 4-18-13 Post Discussion Board 11 responsesRead IntroductionRead ObjectivesRead Key ConceptsRead Garrett, Baillie, McGeehan/Garrett Chapter 12The Ethics of Weapons Research for Insiders and Outsiders (OCD)Abstract of the Paper for the 27-28 January 2002 (OCD)

4-21-13 Post two comments on classmates discussion 11

12 4-25-13 Post Discussion Board 12 responsesRead IntroductionRead ObjectivesRead Key ConceptsFalling Through The Net Ii: (OCD)

4-28-13 Post two comments on classmates discussion 12

13 5-2-13 Post Discussion Board 13 responsesPost two comments on classmates discussion 13Read IntroductionRead ObjectivesRead Key ConceptsRights and Wrongs: A guide to Rights in the Internet (OCD)

5-5-13 Post two comments on classmates discussion 13

GROUP 5-5-13 Group Project Posted to Discussion Board

PROJECTFINAL PAPER 5-5-13 Final Research Paper submitted by email

14 5-7-13 Post Discussion Board 14 responsesRead IntroductionRead ObjectivesRead Key ConceptsRead Winston Pages 249 – 310

5-10-13 Post two comments on classmates discussion 14Post two Individual comments on group postings

FINAL EXAM 5-13-13 Final Exam

*Instructor reserves the right to alter or change assignments. Changes in the syllabus will be announced via email and on the Beachboard. It is a student’s responsibility to remain updated on course changes.

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Appendix A

CSULB HCA COMPETENCIES - From ACHE Competencies Assessment Tool, 2010

The Healthcare Leadership Alliance (HLA) Competency Directory is comprised of 297 specific competencies, organized into 5 domains (http://www.healthcareleadershipalliance.org/). CSULB’s Health Care Administration Department has adopted these competencies as the basis for its curriculum, effective 2010. The domains are listed and defined below, with the principal areas included in each domain. HCA graduates are expected to demonstrate competence in aspects of all five domain areas.

Domain 1 – Communication and Relationship Management. The ability to communicate clearly and concisely with internal customers, establishes and maintains relations, and facilitates constructive interactions with individuals and groups.

A. Relationship ManagementB. Communication SkillsC. Facilitation and Negotiation

Domain 2 – Leadership. The ability to inspire individual and organizational excellence, create a shared vision and successfully manage change to attain the organization’s strategic ends and

successful performance. According to the HLA model, leadership intersects with each of the other four domains.

A. Leadership Skills and BehaviorB. Organizational Climate and CultureC. Communicating VisionD. Manage Change

Domain 3 – Professionalism. The ability to align personal and organizational conduct with ethical and professional standards that include a responsibility to the patient and community, a service orientation, and a commitment to lifelong learning and improvement.

A. Personal and Professional AccountabilityB. Professional Development and Lifelong LearningC. Contributions to the Community and Profession

Domain 4 – Knowledge of the Healthcare Environment. The understanding of the healthcare system and the environment in which healthcare managers and providers function.

A. Healthcare Systems and OrganizationsB. Healthcare PersonnelC. The Patient’s PerspectiveD. The Community and the Environment

Domain 5 – Business Skills and Knowledge. The ability to apply business principles, including systems thinking, to the healthcare environment.

A. General ManagementB. Financial ManagementC. Human Resource ManagementD. Organizational Dynamics and GovernanceE. Strategic Planning and MarketingF. Information ManagementG. Risk ManagementH. Quality Improvement

My Rubric for Grading Research Paper

Levels of Writing Quality Research Paper for the Following Classes

(HCA 417i, 410, and422i, 457i)

Writing quality research paper for my course will be evaluated using the features defining the four levels. A passing grade for the writing quality of the paper will be achieved by writing at Level 3.

Level 1 Writing (Beginner). Features of these papers: Ill-defined or no thesis

Unfocused sense of audience Inadequate organization and/or development Inappropriate or insufficient details to support ideas Does not demonstrate understanding of topic beyond a surface level Multiple errors in grammar, diction, sentence structure, or spelling

Level 2 Writing (Novice). Features of these papers: Vague purpose or multiple purposes Sense of audience wavers Evident but inconsistent development Does not advance an argument with adequate support Demonstrates some understanding of the topic, but does make connections among

ideas Lack of language facility with frequent errors

Level 3 Writing (proficient). Features of these papers: Expresses a clear, coherent thesis Sticks to the purpose and provides adequate transitions among ideas Connects ideas within the material and to other ideas and sources Moves beyond surface understanding and demonstrates facility with topical and

disciplinary knowledge Conveys a sense of audience with appropriate use of disciplinary language Advances argument with sound evidence and references Readability enhanced by facility with language and sentence conventions

Level 4 Writing (Advanced). Features of these papers: Insightful, creative or skillfully designed purpose Sense of audience demonstrated through form and language Demonstrates disciplinary understanding and interconnections; makes links that

suggest the discovery of new information or new ways of designing/displaying information

Effective organization contributes to full development of presentation Innovatively or expertly advances argument with well-researched evidence and

documentation Work enhanced by facility in language use, range of diction, and syntactic variety

Dichotomous Scale for Evaluating Writing

Yes No Substance ___ ___ 1. Paper addresses the issue.

___ ___ 2. Paper has a focus, central idea. ___ ___ 3. Paper develops major aspects of the central idea. ___ ___ 4. Paper shows awareness of importance of main

ideas.

Organization ___ ___ 5. Structure or pattern of the paper is clear. ___ ___ 6. Paper has an introduction, development, and

conclusion. ___ ___ 7. Each paragraph is coherent. ___ ___ 8. Transitions from one idea to next are logical.

Mechanics ___ ___ 9. Sentence structure is coherent___ ___ 10. Sentences are not awkward. ___ ___ 11. Sentences are varied. ___ ___ 12. Errors in use of verbs are few.___ ___ 13. Errors in use of pronouns are few. ___ ___ 14. Errors in use of modifiers are few.___ ___ 15. Errors in word usage are few.___ ___ 16. Punctuation errors are few.___ ___ 17. Spelling errors are few.

Evidence ___ ___ 18. Statements are accurate. ___ ___ 19. Opinions are adequately supported.

___ ___ 20. Sources are identified and documented appropriately.

Mechanics (alternative) ___ ___ Paper shows control of grammar.

___ ___ Paper shows control of syntax.___ ___ Paper has few misspellings.

Appendix D

CRITERIA FOR GRADING

C Grade Participate in all group activities/assignments/discussions Take all quizzes (75%) Take mid-term examination (must score 75% or higher) Take final examination (must score 75% or higher) Poor final research paper

B Grade

Participate in all group activities/assignments/discussions Take all quizzes (85% or higher) Take mid-term examination (must score 85% or higher) Take final exam (must score 85% or higher) Research paper acceptable

A Grade

Participate in all group activities/assignments/discussions Take all quizzes (92%) Write a research paper (must include 10 references, not less than 10 pages,

written in APA style, must grammatically sound, and must be a very good quality report)

Take mid-term examination (must score 92%) Take final exam (must score 92%)

Components of a Research Study

Overview of Review Literature: Abstract (2%) Introduction (10%) Statement of the problem/purpose of study (10%) Objectives/Conceptual Framework (5%) Need of the study (Educational Value) (3%) Literatures (10%) Findings/Analysis (35%) Conclusion (5%) Recommendations (5%) References (5%) Overall APA format (10%)

* Note: All research projects must be written in APA style