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Research Project: Topic selection 1. Before selecting your topic, you must think about the research question(s) you are going to address
2. Once you have identified your research question(s), then you are able to focus on the topic
3. Once you have your research question(s) and topic, then research a theory (from the list provided) that will best assist in serving as a roadmap for developing your arguments (to back your solution to a problem that is being addressed).
4. You must have a topic related to health informatics policies and procedures. The theory is not your topic; it is your theoretical framework.
A theoretical framework is a foundational review of existing theories that serve as a roadmap for developing the arguments you will use in your own work. In other words, your theoretical framework justifies and contextualizes your research, and it’s a crucial first step for your research paper, thesis, or dissertation. A well-rounded theoretical framework sets you up for success in your research and writing process.
5. Once you have identified your research question(s) and theory, I recommend researching dissertations and articles on the topic and theory you selected. I recommend researching dissertations and articles related to the topic and related to the theory separately. This will provide perspective on how to write/format your research paper.
6. If you select training staff on a new EHR system, then learning and change theories may be a good choice. If you select looking at a current system and seeing if a new system or data quality is needed, then system theory may be a good fit. If you select to find ways for better communication, then Information theory may be a good fit.
Health Informatics is an applied field of study incorporating theories from information science; computer science; the science for a specific discipline, such as medicine, nursing, or pharmacy; and the wide range of sciences used in healthcare delivery. As a result, Health Informatics specialists draw on a wide range of theories to guide their practice.
Choose 1 of the following four (4) major theoretical approaches as the main topic of your final paper and relate it to a current topic (practices, policies, and/or regulations) in Healthcare Informatics. Note: for the selected theory, each bullet listed under that theory is required to be included in the final paper. Also, the selected theory and topic are to be used for weeks 3, 4, 5, and 7 assignments.
Systems Theory
Characteristics of Systems
Resistance to Change
Systems and the Change process
Function vs purpose
GIGO
Entropy – the need to be replaced/wears out and negentropy – more complex, how IS systems grow
Information Theory
Learning Theories
Behavioral Theories
Information Processing, or Cognitive Learning, Theories
Adult Learning Theories
Learning Styles
Change Theories
Planned Change
Diffusion of Innovation
Using Change Theories
Change Management
Put stages on board – and explain how it works in real life
Knowledge stage
Persuasion Stage
Decision Stage
Modification Stage
Confirmation Stage
For related Health Informatics topics, the following are examples of possible Health Informatics-related topics:
Policies and Procedures for implementing an electronic health record
Regulations for securing patient data
Education procedures for training staff and/or patients
Evidence Base Practices for Clinical Decision Support Systems
Policies and Procedures for distributing and maintaining patient data
The above topics are only suggestions and are not limited to the topics listed.
Research Project: Annotated Bibliography Assignment Instructions
The template will provide the layout of the assignment. Once you have researched and selected your references, the following should be included in the Annotated Bibliography:
A brief statement regarding the author and his/her credentials as an authority.
A crisp statement regarding the relevance of this article for your topic.
A salient or meaningful quote from the article that you would likely cite if you were to write an essay on this topic.
(Do not include the above criterion prompts in your final document—it is provided here only for instructional purposes. Your paper will have the above title and start with the below section.)
The Research Project: Annotated Bibliography Template provides examples on how the assignment to look. Ensure that you take heed to how the references and the Research Project: Annotated Bibliography is structured.
Research Project: Outline Assignment Instructions
Instructions
For this assignment, you are to use the references from the Research Project: Annotated Bibliography Assignment. You are to use full sentences (one – two sentences). Please avoid copying and pasting everything that you are planning to include into the project paper in the outline.
The outline should be simple and readable to show each section of the paper and the topic to be covered. The following are things to consider with completing the outline:
What to consider in the Outline:
What is the topic?
Why is it significant?
What background material is relevant?
What is my thesis or purpose statement?
What organizational plan will best support my purpose?
How much space is estimated per section?
Also include the elements noted on the Research Project: Final Document Assignment Instructions.
Full Sentence Outline:
The full sentence outline format is essentially the same as the alphanumeric outline. The main difference (as the title suggests) is that full sentences are required at each level of the outline. This outline is most often used when preparing a traditional essay.
Example of the Full Sentence Outline Structure:
Thesis Statement:
Question(s)/Issues Begin Addressed:
Outline:
Man-made pollution is the primary cause of global warming.
Greenhouse gas emissions are widely identified by the scientific community to be harmful (Smith, 2014).
The burning of coal and fossil fuels are the primary releasers of hazardous greenhouse gases.
Full sentence outlines are often accompanied with an APA reference list on a separate page. Quotes within the outline must also utilize in-text citations in current APA format.
Research Project: Draft Assignment Instructions
The draft paper should include the following:
Format
Minimum of 10-12 pages, double-spaced, not including title and reference pages
Times New Roman, 12-point font (any of the fonts required for APA 7th edition)
Left-justified only with 1 1/2 inch margins on the left side
One-inch margins on the top, right, and bottom
Current APA format (7th edition)
Numbered pages
Minimum of 10 scholarly articles from peer-reviewed journals. Must be less than 10 years old (theses are the references used from for the Annotated Bibliography).
Use block quotations for more than 40 words:
Single-spaced with a double space separating quotes
Indented 5 spaces from left margin
No quotation marks
Reference page in current APA format (7th edition) including active URL links (not included in page total)
Double-space within the reference and single-space between reference
Content
Abstract (left justified)
Content of your topic and/or paper (review the associated grading rubric)
Concepts from the textbook that are related to your topic, including page numbers where the concepts may be found. Credit will only be earned for concepts supported by text page numbers (essentially, this is accomplished through integration of the relevant course content using properly formatted, current APA citations).
Use current APA in-text citations to credit sources listed in the reference list as needed
Conclusion
References
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RESEARCH PROJECT INSTRUCTIONS
RESEARCH PROJECT: Topic selection 1. Before selecting your topic, you must think about
the research question(s) you are going to address
2. Once you have identified your research question(s), then you are able to focus on the topic
3. Once you have your research question(s) and topic, then research a theory (from the list
provided) that will best assist in serving as a roadmap for developing your arguments (to back your
solution to a problem that is being addressed).
4. You must have a topic related to health informatics policies and procedures. The theory is not
your topic; it is your theoretical framework.
A theoretical framework is a foundational review of existing theories that serve as a roadmap for
developing the arguments you will use in your own work. In other words, your theoretical framework
justifies and contextualizes your research, and it’s a crucial first step for your research paper, thesis,
or dissertation. A well-rounded theoretical framework sets you up for success in your research and
writing process.
5. Once you have identified your research question(s) and theory, I recommend researching
dissertations and articles on the topic and theory you selected. I recommend researching
dissertations and articles related to the topic and related to the theory separately. This will provide
perspective on how to write/format your research paper.
6. If you select training staff on a new EHR system, then learning and change theories may be a
good choice. If you select looking at a current system and seeing if a new system or data quality is
needed, then system theory may be a good fit. If you select to find ways for better communication,
then Information theory may be a good fit.
Health Informatics is an applied field of study incorporating theories from information
science; computer science; the science for a specific discipline, such as medicine,
nursing, or pharmacy; and the wide range of sciences used in healthcare delivery. As a
result, Health Informatics specialists draw on a wide range of theories to guide their
practice.
Choose 1 of the following four (4) major theoretical approaches as the main topic of
your final paper and relate it to a current topic (practices, policies, and/or regulations)
in Healthcare Informatics. Note: for the selected theory, each bullet listed under that
theory is required to be included in the final paper. Also, the selected theory and topic
are to be used for weeks 3, 4, 5, and 7 assignments.
1. Systems Theory
o
o
Characteristics of Systems
▪ Resistance to Change
Systems and the Change process
▪ Function vs purpose
▪
▪
GIGO
Entropy – the need to be replaced/wears out and
negentropy – more complex, how IS systems grow
2. Information Theory
o Shannon and Weaver Information-Communication Model
▪ Levels of communication
o Blum’s Model Wisdom added (Review data, information, and
knowledge)
o Graves Model
o Nelson Model
3. Learning Theories
o Behavioral Theories
o Information Processing, or Cognitive Learning, Theories
o Adult Learning Theories
o Learning Styles
4. Change Theories
o Planned Change
o Diffusion of Innovation
o Using Change Theories
▪ Change Management
o Put stages on board – and explain how it works in real life
▪ Knowledge stage
▪ Persuasion Stage
▪ Decision Stage
▪ Modification Stage
▪ Confirmation Stage
For related Health Informatics topics, the following are examples of possible Health
Informatics-related topics:
1. Policies and Procedures for implementing an electronic health record
2. Regulations for securing patient data
3. Education procedures for training staff and/or patients
4. Evidence Base Practices for Clinical Decision Support Systems
5. Policies and Procedures for distributing and maintaining patient data
The above topics are only suggestions and are not limited to the topics listed.
RESEARCH PROJECT: ANNOTATED BIBLIOGRAPHY ASSIGNMENT INSTRUCTIONS
OVERVIEW
After choosing a topic, you will complete the Research Project: Annotated Bibliography
Assignment using the Research Project: Annotated Bibliography Template provided. This
assignment will be used as a springboard for your research. It may also be used to begin to
explore ideas or concepts you find interesting within the realm of the topics covered in this class.
INSTRUCTIONS
You must use the Jerry Falwell Library Research Portal and identify a minimum of 10 scholarly
journal articles from peer-reviewed journals addressing your topic. All references must be less
than 10 years old. The annotation for each source must be at least 100 words. Ensure that the
document follows current APA format. When using the provided template, delete the placeholder
material and replace it with your own material. Refer to the Grading Rubric for additional project
insights.
Link: https://libguides.liberty.edu/c.php?g=563995&p=3884467
Link: https://www.liberty.edu/library/
If any article/journal not able to open using Jerry Falwell Library Research Portal send me the
link and I will download and send it to you if possible.
You are required to read all instructor feedback and implement it on future assignments.
The template will provide the layout of the assignment. Once you have researched and selected
your references, the following should be included in the Annotated Bibliography:
•
•
•
A brief statement regarding the author and his/her credentials as an authority.
A crisp statement regarding the relevance of this article for your topic.
A salient or meaningful quote from the article that you would likely cite if you were to
write an essay on this topic.
(Do not include the above criterion prompts in your final document—it is provided here
only for instructional purposes. Your paper will have the above title and start with the
below section.)
The Research Project: Annotated Bibliography Template provides examples on how the
assignment to look. Ensure that you take heed to how the references and the Research Project:
Annotated Bibliography is structured.
•
•
•
There is a clear, well-focused topic for each entry. Every annotation is at least 100
words and has sentences that demonstrate high-level critical thinking skills in
summaries, opinions, and applications. All supportive facts are reported accurately with
proper use of quotation marks for all sources.
All sources used for quotations and facts are credible. Minimum of 10 sources that are less
than 10 years old.
All citations follow current APA formatting with no errors. Spelling and grammar are
correct.
Note: Your assignment will be checked for originality via the Turnitin plagiarism tool.
RESEARCH PROJECT: OUTLINE ASSIGNMENT INSTRUCTIONS
OVERVIEW
You are to complete a full sentence outline in preparation for the Research Project: Draft
Assignment. The outline cannot be completed until your topic receives approval from the
instructor. The outline must include a thesis statement, the research topic(s) being addressed,
how much space will be allotted for each section of the paper, and a preliminary reference list of
at least 10 sources (all of which must be less than 10 years old).
INSTRUCTIONS
For this assignment, you are to use the references from the Research Project: Annotated
Bibliography Assignment. You are to use full sentences (one – two sentences). Please avoid
copying and pasting everything that you are planning to include into the project paper in the
outline.
The outline should be simple and readable to show each section of the paper and the topic to be
covered. The following are things to consider with completing the outline:
What to consider in the Outline:
1.
2.
3.
4.
What is the topic?
Why is it significant?
What background material is relevant?
What is my thesis or purpose statement?
5. What organizational plan will best support my purpose?
6. How much space is estimated per section?
Also include the elements noted on the Research Project: Final Document Assignment
Instructions.
Full Sentence Outline:
The full sentence outline format is essentially the same as the alphanumeric outline. The main
difference (as the title suggests) is that full sentences are required at each level of the outline.
This outline is most often used when preparing a traditional essay.
Example of the Full Sentence Outline Structure:
Thesis Statement:
Question(s)/Issues Begin Addressed:
Outline:
I.
Man-made pollution is the primary cause of global warming.
A. Greenhouse gas emissions are widely identified by the scientific community to be
harmful (Smith, 2014).
1. The burning of coal and fossil fuels are the primary releasers of hazardous
greenhouse gases.
Full sentence outlines are often accompanied with an APA reference list on a separate page.
Quotes within the outline must also utilize in-text citations in current APA format.
You are required to read all instructor feedback and implement it on future assignments.
Research Project: Outline Resources
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•
OWL @ Purdue: Types of Outlines and Samples (Links to an external site.)
WriteExpress – Writing an Effective Outline
Thesis Statement: Thesis statement is clear, logical, and sets up the focus of the paper.
Research Question(s)/ Issues Being Addressed: Research questions are clearly stated and
capture the full scope of the approach of research effort.
References: Minimum of 10 sources, less than 10 years old, are used. All citations follow
current APA format with no errors.
Spelling/ Grammar and Outline: Spelling and grammar are correct. Sections of the paper are
determined with estimated space for each section. Sections clearly build on focus from the
thesis statement and research questions.
Note: Your assignment will be checked for originality via the Turnitin plagiarism tool.
RESEARCH PROJECT: DRAFT ASSIGNMENT INSTRUCTIONS
OVERVIEW
Using your Research Project: Annotated Bibliography Assignment and Research Project:
Outline Assignment, you will work on the draft of a 10-12 page paper. The topic of the paper
will be selected by you and approved by the instructor. The paper must comply with the
formatting and content instructions below.
INSTRUCTIONS
At this point, you have selected your topic and it has been approved by the instructor. You are to
use the references from the Research Project: Annotated Bibliography Assignment and the
sections/topics from the Research Project: Outline Assignment to complete your Research
Project: Draft Assignment. The draft paper should include the following:
Format
• Minimum of 10-12 pages, double-spaced, not including title and reference pages
• Times New Roman, 12-point font (any of the fonts required for APA 7th edition)
• Left-justified only with 1 1/2 inch margins on the left side
• One-inch margins on the top, right, and bottom
•
•
•
•
•
•
Current APA format (7th edition)
Numbered pages
Minimum of 10 scholarly articles from peer-reviewed journals. Must be less than 10
years old (theses are the references used from for the Annotated Bibliography).
Use block quotations for more than 40 words:
o Single-spaced with a double space separating quotes
o Indented 5 spaces from left margin
o No quotation marks
Reference page in current APA format (7th edition) including active URL links (not
included in page total)
Double-space within the reference and single-space between references
Content
•
•
•
•
•
A title page that includes:
o Running head and page number (right aligned) (Professional paper)
o Course number and name
o Case name
o Your Name
o Date submitted
o “Respectfully submitted to: (Instructor’s Name)”
Abstract (left justified)
Content of your topic and/or paper (review the associated grading rubric)
o Concepts from the textbook that are related to your topic, including page numbers
where the concepts may be found. Credit will only be earned for concepts
supported by text page numbers (essentially, this is accomplished through
integration of the relevant course content using properly formatted, current APA
citations).
o Use current APA in-text citations to credit sources listed in the reference list as
needed
Conclusion
References
Abstract: All required information is included. No extraneous information is included; formatting
is correct.
Introduction: Background information is engaging and leads to a clear purpose/thesis statement.
Relevance to course/topic is articulated well. Research question(s) or purpose statement is clear
and concise. Two or 3 main discussion points of the literature review are clearly identified in the
purpose statement.
Content: Thorough comparison and contrast of findings are provided and relate to the main
discussion points in the order of their appearance in the purpose statement. Focus is on research
findings. Gaps and controversies that exist in the literature are clearly discussed.
Conclusion: A summary of the main points is clearly articulated. Implications or conclusions
related to business practice(s) are logical, relevant, and clear. Areas of future research are clearly
identified.
Page Count, References (Number of Sources Utilized), References (Formatting): The document
is 10–12 pages. A total of 10 or more scholarly articles from peer-reviewed sources is included.
Proper formatting is used throughout the reference list. Each reference has a matching citation(s).
Title Page, Logical Flow: All required information is included. No extraneous information is
included. The reader is guided smoothly through the logically arranged paper. Current APA level
headings are used. No headings are left alone at the bottom of a page.
Font, Margins and Spacing, Spelling/Grammar: Times New Roman or Arial is used. A margin of
1 1/2 inch is used on the left border; margins of 1 inch are used on the top, right, and bottom
borders. Page number and page header are inserted at the top of each page. Double-spacing is
used between all lines. There is only 1 space between sentences. Paragraphs are indented 5
spaces. Spelling and grammar are correct.
Note: Your assignment will be checked for originality via the Turnitin plagiarism tool.
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