Assessment #3 - Learning Outcome Report Overview This assignment is a report on a learning plan that will asist students to meet the new Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia registration...

Assessment #3 - Learning Outcome Report



Overview

This assignment is a report on a learning plan that will asist students to meet the new Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia registration requirements.
The Continuing Professional Development [CPD] (Section 7) registration standard indicate the following:

Documentation of self-directed Continuing Professional Development [CPD] must include dates, a brief description of the outcomes, and the number of hours spent in each activity. All evidence should be verified. It must demonstrate that the nurse or midwife has:
a) identified and prioritised their learning needs, based on an evaluation of their practice against the relevant competency or professional practice standards.
b) developed a learning plan based on identified learning needs.
c) participated in effective learning activities relevant to their learning needs.
d) reflected on the value of the learning activities or the effect that participation will have on their practice.


Assessment 3


This assignment is a report which incorporates a number of components which will assist you to comply with the CPD requirements outlined above.
Students can also use this assignment as part of their e-Portfolio. The e-Portfolio is available to students via the LearnOnline website, from the Course Essentials bloc.
The e-Portfolio will remain active for 2 years following graduation. It can be used as a tool for employment and can assist with you meeting your CPD requirements. Information regarding the E-portfolio will be provided in the first lecture and by podcast.

Components of the Learning Outcome Report


The Introduction
– Students will identify the context they are undertaking.
By providing a brief overview of the role of the RN in this area, you will demonstrate an understanding of the context of nursing.


Part A)

- Students will indicate the area of development they want to focus on.
By reflecting on your learning in the course, identify one area you wish to develop further. A number of areas may have been identified, but prioritise your learning based on your knowledge and practice. Outline how the area of learning will assist you to meet the ANMC competency standards relevant to the Context you are studying.
NB: This must not be related to the work you did in the Presentation (Assessment item 2 ) as you should be familiar with this area. If you are unsure about this please discuss your needs with your lecturer.


Part B)

– Students will develop a learning plan based on their identified learning needs.
In your report, dot point the strategies / resources you will use to meet your learning need.
Indicate what evidence will be provided of this new knowledge for assessment by the due date.
(Your learning may have clinical skills associated with it. These may not be achievable in this course, so put them in the learning plan with a date for accomplishment within your ELA3.)


Part C)

– Students will provide evidence of their learning.
This is the part of the report where you produce a short paper on the area, providing research for evidence based practice. Your new found knowledge combined with your skills in ELA3 will contribute to competency.

Conclusion



Part D)

– Students will provide a brief overview of their learning.
Report on your learning through reflecting on the process and outline how this will contribute to your practice.

Formatting and Layout Requirements

The Learning Plan Outcome Report is a formal academic paper. All aspects of scholarly writing apply.
This assignment must:

• Include the Assignment Cover Sheet and Feedback marking matrix


• Be presented in 11 point, Arial font, 1.5 line spaced, formatted with 2.5 cm margins, and numbered pages.


• Be written as a formal academic paper. However, use of first person is permitted.


• Use inclusive language.


• Be checked for spelling and grammar by using the spelling and grammar check.


• Adhere to the word count of 2000 to 2500 words. The word count does not include the Cover sheet or the Reference List.


• Use Harvard style referencing.


• This assignment must be submitted via LearnOnline It will be returned to you via GradeBook with a grade and feedback.

Referencing

The learning plan outcome report must be researched broadly and skilfully from primary sources published after 2002 using appropriate Harvard style referencing. Paraphrase were possible, and use page numbers for direct quotations. Correct use of the Harvard style referencing system is required to achieve a pass grade for the assignment. Information about Harvard style referencing is available at: http://w3.unisa.edu.au/cags/documents/apceasupportingdocs/harvard_final_jan_2011_may_update%5B1%5D.pdf

Marking Criteria and Standards

Feedback on this assignment will be provided on the Feedback form, a copy of which will ne available on the course home page.

Re-submission

There is no re-submission available for Assessment item 3.

Course objectives and Graduate qualities


This assessment item assesses course objectives b, c, d, & e and graduate qualities 1, 2, 3, 4, & 5 are evaluated in this assignment.