NR351 2020 September Week 2 Discussion Latest

NR351 Transitions in Professional Nursing

Week 2 Discussion

Maintaining Academic Integrity

Purpose

The purpose of this discussion is for learners to explore academic integrity, crediting, and resources.

Course Outcomes

This discussion enables the student to meet the following course outcome:

CO 4: Apply concepts of ethics and professionalism to nursing practice, nursing roles, and academic development. (POs 5, 6)

Directions

Discussions are designed to promote dialogue between faculty and students, and students and their peers. In discussions students:

Demonstrate understanding of concepts for the week

Integrate scholarly resources

Engage in meaningful dialogue with classmates

Express opinions clearly and logically, in a professional manner

Use the rubric on this page as you compose your answers.

Discussion

Maintaining your own integrity as a professional nurse is an essential part of your career. Despite knowing the consequences for an academic integrity infraction, why do some students still falsify their work?

What are the most challenging APA formatting issues for you? Why do you find these areas so challenging? What resources will you use to overcome these challenges?