For this assignment, you will work on setting goals for yourself using the SMART method. You will find an explanation of this method in the module that will guide you in your goal-setting process. You will list a minimum of five

Specific

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Exemplary

The goal is personal and identifies areas of weakness in
clinical practice. The goal is detailed and clearly focused on the specific skills,
behaviors, and/or knowledge outlined in the course objectives

8 to >5 pts

Distinguished

The goal is personal and identifies areas of weakness in
clinical practice. There is a lack of focus and detail on the specific
skills, behaviors, and/or knowledge outlined in the course objectives

5 to >3 pts

Developing

The goal is personal and identifies areas of weakness in
clinical practice. Details on the specific skills, behaviors and/or knowledge
outlined in the course objectives are not provided.

3 to >0 pts

Novice

The goal is general and does not address areas of weakness
in clinical practice. The goal displays no specificity, is general and vague.

0 pts

/8 pts

Measureable

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Exemplary

Measures have been identified that will demonstrate
learning, results, and/or progress as related to the described goal.

8 to >5 pts

Distinguished

A method of measuring has been identified but it does not
directly link to or connect with the described go.

5 to >3 pts

Developing

The method listed for measurement is rather general and
does not directly link to or connect with the described goal

3 to >0 pts

Novice

Not at all measurable – no method of measurement indicated

0 pts

/8 pts

Achievable/Ambitious

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Exemplary

The goal set forth is realistic, motivating, challenging,
and can be achievable within the term. There is a clear process described to
support achievability.

8 to >5 pts

Distinguished

The goal set forth is realistic; however, the
achievability may not require much challenge, or the achievability may be
incredibly challenging to achieve within the term. The process is mentioned
but lacks clarity.

5 to >3 pts

Developing

The goal is realistic, however the time frame does not
support success. There is no process that supports achievability.

3 to >0 pts

Novice

The goal is not at all within reason and cannot be
achieved.

0 pts

/8 pts

Relevant

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Exemplary

The goal has a strong connection to the course objectives,
the student’s history, current interests, and/or demonstrated abilities.

8 to >5 pts

Distinguished

The goal has some connection to the course objectives, the
student’s history, current interests and/or demonstrated abilities.

5 to >3 pts

Developing

The goal has only a slight connection to the course
objectives, the student’s history, current interests and/or demonstrated
abilities.

3 to >0 pts

Novice

The goal has no connection to the course objectives.

0 pts

/8 pts

Timely

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Exemplary

The goal has a definite date of what will be accomplished
by this date and is linked to the measurables. Is within the time frame of
this term.

8 to >5 pts

Distinguished

The goal has an indefinite date of what will be
accomplished by this date and is linked to the measurables. It is within the
time frame of this term.

5 to >3 pts

Developing

The goal has an indefinite date of what will be
accomplished by this date but does not link to the measurables.

3 to >0 pts

Novice

Has no dates and/or is over a period far beyond this term.

0 pts

/8 pts

Use of Citations, Writing Mechanics and APA Formatting
Guidelines

Exemplary

References page contains more than required current
scholarly academic reference and text reference.. Follows APA guidelines of
components: double space, 12 pt. font, abstract, level headings, hanging
indent. Rules of grammar, usage and punctuation are followed; spelling is
correct.

5 to >3 pts

Distinguished

References page contains one current scholarly academic
resource and text reference. Follows most APA guidelines of components:
double space, 12 pt. font, abstract, level headings, hanging indent. Few
grammatical errors, but sentences could be clearer and more precise.

3 to >2 pts

Developing

References page contains one current or outdated scholarly
academic resource. Many errors of APA guidelines: double space, 12 pt. font,
abstract, level headings, hanging indent. Paper contains few grammatical,
punctuation and spelling errors.

2 to >0 pts

Novice

References page contains no current scholarly academic
resources, only internet webpages or no reference page. Lack of APA
guidelines for references provided. Paper contains numerous grammatical,
punctuation, and spelling errors.

0 pts

/5 pts

PowerPoint Slides

Exemplary

PowerPoint presentation contains 10-15 slides. All parts
of the assignment are completed fully and described in the PowerPoint
presentation in detail.

5 to >3 pts

Distinguished

PowerPoint presentation contains 10-15 slides. All parts
of the project are completed partially and described in the PowerPoint
presentation.

3 to >2 pts

Developing

PowerPoint presentation contains fewer than 10 slides, or
some slides are incomplete or not relevant to the required content of the
presentation.

2 to >0 pts

Novice

PointPoint presentation contains fewer than 10 slides and
/or is missing several parts of the required content.

0 pts

/5 pts