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**## TraumatologyAssignmentsOverview-1.docx**
EDCO 790
**Traumatology Assignments Overview**
Throughout EDCO 790, you will conduct a study across the eight weeks of the term on a specific topic and population of interest in traumatology. The purpose of this study is twofold.
· Help prepare the learner for the dissertation requirements of deepening a single topic of interest over a period of time and presenting the findings using more than one modality.
·
Deepen the learner’s foundational understanding of trauma counseling
A series of five assignments are integrated across the course modules and weeks, using the scaffolding strategy to give the learner support as new concepts and skills as required for the dissertation. The assignments in this series include:
**Traumatology Study Foundations Assignment, Traumatology Outline Assignment, Traumatology Annotated Outline Assignment, Peer-Review Discussion: Traumatology Presentation,** and
**Traumatology Paper Assignment**. This series of assignments is contemplated to help prepare the learner for the dissertation requirements of deepening a single topic of interest over a period of time and presenting the findings using more than one modality.
Beginning with the
**Traumatology Study Foundations Assignment**, each study assignment will have five core sections: Discussion of the Topic of Study, Population of Interest, Associated Variables, Biblical Integration, and Topics for Future Research.
**Note that all written assignments in the study should be submitted in a Word (versus PDF) document with Times New Roman 12-point font, as this is recommended by APA.**
**Module 1: Week 1 – Traumatology Study Foundations Assignment**
· This is the foundation of the study, much as the first stage of building a house is to set the foundation.
· The learner will review The Liberty Way regarding ethical use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and the document,
_Thesis Statements – Defining, Developing, and Evaluating_ (Liberty University Academic Success Center.
· The learner will identify a specific topic and a specifically focused population for that topic with their study in traumatology
· The learner will explore the topic and population further through use of AI to more specifically narrowthiese.
· The learner will conclude this assignment with a paper stating the topic and population for the study as well as a thesis which synthesizes the topic, population, and the main idea and primary conclusion that will capture the reader’s attention.
**Module 3: Week 3 – Traumatology Outline Assignment**
· The outline will include initial references that support the main points of the outline, with some initial development of topics throughout each of the 5 main sections of the outline.
· The learner will review the webpage covering the APA Research Paper Outline format (provided on the assignment page) to present an outline for the introduction, five sections of the study, and conclusion.
**Module 5: Week 5 – Traumatology Annotated Outline Assignment**
· The annotated outline is a structured plan for a research paper that builds on the outline of the main sections and sub-sections with brief annotations that describe the purpose, content and references of each part.
· The learner will review the document for
_Guidance and Example Annotated Outline_ for understanding and an example to follow.
· The learner will expand on the outline with annotations for at least 3 points with support from peer-reviewed scholarly articles.
**Module 6: Week 6 – Peer-Review Discussion: Traumatology Presentation**
· The presentation provides an opportunity for scholarly presentation on a topic of interest as a required skill for doctoral learners that is used in the dissertation proposal and dissertation final defense.
· The learner will present their study in a narrated presentation that is developed for a professional audience of emerging experts in the field of traumatology.
**Module 7: Week 7 – Traumatology Paper Assignment**
· The paper is the culminating assignment for the study conducted during the EDCO 790 course.
· The learner will integrate what has been developed through the previous study assignments and feedback from the professor on these to write the final paper.
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**## TraumatologyPaperGradingRubric.pdf**
Criteria Ratings Points
Content 15 to >12 pts
Advanced
A Professional APA style
abstract is present with
excellent content and
formatting.
12 to >8 pts
Proficient
A Professional
APA style abstract
is present. May
have minor
content or
formatting errors.
8 to >7 pts
Developing
An abstract is
present. Content
or formatting
errors are present
in several areas.
7 to >0 pts
Below
Expectations
An abstract may
be used but may
not have APA
formatting or may
be missing some
content.
0 pts
Not
Present
/ 15
pts
Content 95 to >76 pts
Advanced
Assertions are relevant to
the topic as well as the
population of interest. All
information is presented
with the analysis and
synthesis of extensive,
relevant research from
course texts as well as
outside sources.
Considerations for the
population of interest are
included throughout. All
required elements are
discussed. Topics are
designed for an APA,
scholarly audience of
emerging experts in the
field of traumatology.
Topics are discussed
without the use of direct
quotes.
76 to >51 pts
Proficient
Assertions are
mostly relevant to
the topic and to
the population of
interest.
Information
presented
includes relevant
research.
Required
elements are
included and
mostly designed
for emerging
experts in the field
of traumatology.
Direct quotes are
used only
sparingly, if at all.
51 to >35 pts
Developing
Assertions may
have relevance to
the topic or to the
population of
interest but may
lack a cogent tie
between them, or
the topic may not
be focused.
Information may
include research
and may be
designed for
emerging experts
in the field of
traumatology.
There may be the
use of direct
quotes.
35 to >0 pts
Below
Expectations
Assertions may be
inconsistent, or
there may be no
population of
interest.
Information may
not be appropriate
for emerging
experts in the field
of traumatology or
not designed for a
scholarly
audience. Direct
quotes may have
been present
throughout.
0 pts
Not
Present
/ 95
pts
Traumatology Paper Grading Rubric | EDCO790_B02_202640
Criteria Ratings Points
Content 40 to >32 pts
Advanced
Biblical application
(verses/ passages) is
clearly integrated into text
along with the use of
Christian counseling or
biblical scholarship. Faith
based topics are
discussed in a scholarly
way with relevance
clarified to an APA
scholarly audience.
32 to >22.5 pts
Proficient
Biblical application
(verses/passages)
is integrated into
text. The use of
Christian
counseling or
biblical
scholarship
references may
be relevant or
present.
Relevance of the
topics may be
clarified and
written to an APA
scholarly
audience.
22.5 to >15 pts
Developing
Biblical application
(verses/passages)
is present and
may include
references but is
not properly
integrated.
15 to >0 pts
Below
Expectations
Biblical application
(verses/passages)
is marginally
present but no to
low use of
references or
scholary
integration is
present.
0 pts
Not
Present
/ 40
pts
Structure 25 to >20 pts
Advanced
The assignment contains
no spelling and grammar
errors. Excelllent
Professional APA style
formatting is accurately
applied throughout.
Transitions and Headings
are used to add to
organizational clarity.
Scholarly voice is used
consistently throughout
the presentation. The
body of the paper was 12
to 15 pages in length.
20 to >15 pts
Proficient
The assignment
contains only
minor spelling and
grammar errors.
APA style
formatting is
present.
Transitions and
Headings are
used to add to
organizational
clarity. Scholarly
voice is used in
the submission.
The body of the
paper was 12 to
15 pages in
length.
15 to >10 pts
Developing
The assignment
contains spelling
and grammar
errors. APA style
formatting is
present but may
have mistakes.
Transitions and
Headings are
used but may
have errors.
Scholarly voice
may not be used
consistently. The
paper may be
over 15 pages or
under 12 pages in
length.
10 to >0 pts
Below
Expectations
Spelling and
grammar errors
may be present in
several areas of
the submission.
APA formatting
may be present
but may have
mistakes or may
be inconsistent.
Transitions and
Headings may not
be used. Scholarly
voice may not be
used. The body of
the paper may not
have met length
requirements.
0 pts
Not
Present
/ 25
pts
Traumatology Paper Grading Rubric | EDCO790_B02_202640
Criteria Ratings Points
Structure 25 to >20 pts
Advanced
Meets or exceeds the
required number of
scholarly journal articles
(15) in the body of the
paper and in the
references section. These
sources were in addition
to other, quality sources
from the course texts
utilized in the paper.
Professional APA
formatting is accurate in
the sources.
20 to >15 pts
Proficient
Meets the
required number
of scholarly
journal articles in
the body of the
paper and in the
references
section. Some
minor APA style
errors may be
noted in the
sources.
15 to >10 pts
Developing
May not meet the
required number
of sources in the
body of the paper
or in the
references
section. Some
sources may not
be scholarly. APA
errors may be
noted in the
sources.
10 to >0 pts
Below
Expectations
Does not meet the
required number
of sources or
sources do not
meet
requirements. APA
issues are noted
in the sources.
0 pts
Not
Present
/ 25
pts
Total Points: –
Traumatology Paper Grading Rubric | EDCO790_B02_202640
**## TraumatologyPaperAssignmentInstructions.docx**
EDCO 790
**Traumatology Paper Assignment Instructions**
**Overview**
This Professional APA style
**Traumatology Paper Assignment** requires a specific focus on a narrow portion of the knowledge gained from this course. This paper builds upon the knowledge gained in the course and is the culmination of the series of assignments that began with
**Traumatology Study Foundations Assignment, Traumatology Outline Assignment, Traumatology Annotated Outline Assignment, Peer-Review Discussion: Traumatology Presentation**, and finally, this assignment, the
**Traumatology Paper Assignment**. This series of assignments is contemplated to help prepare the learner for the dissertation requirements of deepening a single topic of interest over a period of time and presenting the findings in more than one modality.
In this final assignment, the student will summarize the learning from this course and from outside sources to discuss one in-depth topic in traumatology. By this point in the course, the topic should be sufficiently narrowed in both scope and population to one, specific aspect of traumatology. Learners may find that they wish to continue to narrow their topic significantly from the
**Traumatology Outline Assignment** and
**Peer-Review Discussion: Traumatology Presentation** and may do so along with the feedback from the Instructor throughout the course. Since doctoral students are frequently required to write on the same topic, including during the dissertation phase of the program, it is required that information in this paper must demonstrate a deepening view of the scholarship utilized throughout the course.
**Note**: As this is the culmination of the series of course assignments, it is expected that this paper will show further depth of scholarly discourse as built from insight with all of the assignments.
**It is expected that the paper will show continuation of points made and references used for these previous assignments – the paper will exhibit further depth**. This will be considered in examination of the learner’s Turnitin report for the paper. Problem matches on Turnitin would be matches with course work outside what the learner has been building through the course.
Topics should be narrowed to a specific population of interest or compared and contrasted among populations to indicate specific recognition of risk and resilience factors that may play a role in the presentation or treatment of the trauma. The paper should include a scholarly approach to the topic and the following sections: Topic, Population of Interest, Variables Associated with the Topic, and Topics for Future Research.
**Instructions** Include the following components in your
**Traumatology Paper Assignment**:
· The paper must include the following:
·
**Professional APA style Title Page**
·
**Professional APA style Abstract**
·
**Professional APA style Heading and Organizations**.
· Professional APA style summary introduction, headings, subheadings, transitions, and conclusion.
·
**Discussion of the Topic of Study**
· Introduction to the topic and information of what the current research states regarding what is currently known about the topic.
**Note:** this paper’s audience is a scholarly audience of emerging traumatology experts. Do not include sections of information that should be well-known to this audience.
·
**Population of Interest**
· A specific population of interest and the relevance of studying this population must be discussed.
· Information regarding risk factors, population data (including country or countries of interest), base rate or incidence rate of the topic within the population, and other pertinent information that offers a clear view of topic related to the population of interest for the paper.
· Information regarding the relevance of studying the population could include rationales such as: poor representation of the population of interest in the literature, a personal interest in the population (i.e., ministry or vocation), local community concern, vulnerability issues, etc.
· The section could also note current research on the topic with the population of interest or a similar population or scholarly sources that state there is no research on the topic, further supporting the need for the topic to be studied with the population of interest.
·
**Variables Associated with the Topic**
· This section should include an expansion of the topic that is specific to the population of interest and the factors that affect how this topic in traumatology is experienced by the population indicated.
· Information in this section could include elements such as relevant symptoms, short- and long-term effects associated with the topic, frequently occurring comorbidities, and an overview of recommended treatment methodologies for the type of trauma selected for the focus of this paper.
**Note: the population of interest must be discussed throughout.**
·
**Biblical Integration**
· This section must present a scholarly discussion of biblical integration, Christian counseling, Christian accommodative practices, Chaplain work, pastoral counseling, or other published topics related to the topic and population of interest.
· Bible verses and Christian or faith-based topics can be discussed along with appropriate scholarship (commentaries, theology references, etc.).
**Note:** the audience for this paper is a Professional APA, scholarly reader, not necessarily a Christian audience. Please use scholarship that supports the use of biblical integration with appropriate populations.
·
**Topics for Future Research**
· This section should include information on what research has found as gaps in the literature and what should continue to be the focus for future researchers.
· The learner may extrapolate from research in this section, particularly if there is a rationale of underlying scholarship.
· For instance, if the learner’s topic and population of interest is regarding evidence based treatment for Asian American women who have endured military sexual assault (MSA), but the literature does not offer a scholarly basis for future researchers on this specific topic and population, the learner could extrapolate an argument for this from previous literature on MSA in the female population, in general, making the specific notation regarding how the rationale was derived clear to the audience.
**Additional Information**
**Other Requirements**
· The topic and population of interest discussion should be addressed toward a scholarly audience of emerging traumatology experts throughout the paper. Slang, non-professional language, contractions, references to the editorial “we”, pop-psychology jargon, and other references or discussions that are not scholarly should be omitted.
· The body of the
**Traumatology Paper Assignment** should be between 12 and 15 pages (not including title page, abstract, and references).
· Use current Professional APA formatting, organization, voice, and structure throughout.
· Please use only Times New Roman 12 point font throughout.
· There must be a minimum of 15 scholarly journals that have been published in the last 3 years used in the references.
· Texts from this course may be used as sources; they will be in addition
to the other required sources.
Be sure to review the criteria on the
**Traumatology Paper Grading Rubric** before beginning this
**Traumatology Paper Assignment**.
Note: Your assignment will be checked for originality via the Turnitin plagiarism tool.
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**## TraumatologyAssignmentsOverview-1.docx**
EDCO 790
**Traumatology Assignments Overview**
Throughout EDCO 790, you will conduct a study across the eight weeks of the term on a specific topic and population of interest in traumatology. The purpose of this study is twofold.
· Help prepare the learner for the dissertation requirements of deepening a single topic of interest over a period of time and presenting the findings using more than one modality.
·
Deepen the learner’s foundational understanding of trauma counseling
A series of five assignments are integrated across the course modules and weeks, using the scaffolding strategy to give the learner support as new concepts and skills as required for the dissertation. The assignments in this series include:
**Traumatology Study Foundations Assignment, Traumatology Outline Assignment, Traumatology Annotated Outline Assignment, Peer-Review Discussion: Traumatology Presentation,** and
**Traumatology Paper Assignment**. This series of assignments is contemplated to help prepare the learner for the dissertation requirements of deepening a single topic of interest over a period of time and presenting the findings using more than one modality.
Beginning with the
**Traumatology Study Foundations Assignment**, each study assignment will have five core sections: Discussion of the Topic of Study, Population of Interest, Associated Variables, Biblical Integration, and Topics for Future Research.
**Note that all written assignments in the study should be submitted in a Word (versus PDF) document with Times New Roman 12-point font, as this is recommended by APA.**
**Module 1: Week 1 – Traumatology Study Foundations Assignment**
· This is the foundation of the study, much as the first stage of building a house is to set the foundation.
· The learner will review The Liberty Way regarding ethical use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and the document,
_Thesis Statements – Defining, Developing, and Evaluating_ (Liberty University Academic Success Center.
· The learner will identify a specific topic and a specifically focused population for that topic with their study in traumatology
· The learner will explore the topic and population further through use of AI to more specifically narrowthiese.
· The learner will conclude this assignment with a paper stating the topic and population for the study as well as a thesis which synthesizes the topic, population, and the main idea and primary conclusion that will capture the reader’s attention.
**Module 3: Week 3 – Traumatology Outline Assignment**
· The outline will include initial references that support the main points of the outline, with some initial development of topics throughout each of the 5 main sections of the outline.
· The learner will review the webpage covering the APA Research Paper Outline format (provided on the assignment page) to present an outline for the introduction, five sections of the study, and conclusion.
**Module 5: Week 5 – Traumatology Annotated Outline Assignment**
· The annotated outline is a structured plan for a research paper that builds on the outline of the main sections and sub-sections with brief annotations that describe the purpose, content and references of each part.
· The learner will review the document for
_Guidance and Example Annotated Outline_ for understanding and an example to follow.
· The learner will expand on the outline with annotations for at least 3 points with support from peer-reviewed scholarly articles.
**Module 6: Week 6 – Peer-Review Discussion: Traumatology Presentation**
· The presentation provides an opportunity for scholarly presentation on a topic of interest as a required skill for doctoral learners that is used in the dissertation proposal and dissertation final defense.
· The learner will present their study in a narrated presentation that is developed for a professional audience of emerging experts in the field of traumatology.
**Module 7: Week 7 – Traumatology Paper Assignment**
· The paper is the culminating assignment for the study conducted during the EDCO 790 course.
· The learner will integrate what has been developed through the previous study assignments and feedback from the professor on these to write the final paper.
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**## TraumatologyPaperGradingRubric.pdf**
Criteria Ratings Points
Content 15 to >12 pts
Advanced
A Professional APA style
abstract is present with
excellent content and
formatting.
12 to >8 pts
Proficient
A Professional
APA style abstract
is present. May
have minor
content or
formatting errors.
8 to >7 pts
Developing
An abstract is
present. Content
or formatting
errors are present
in several areas.
7 to >0 pts
Below
Expectations
An abstract may
be used but may
not have APA
formatting or may
be missing some
content.
0 pts
Not
Present
/ 15
pts
Content 95 to >76 pts
Advanced
Assertions are relevant to
the topic as well as the
population of interest. All
information is presented
with the analysis and
synthesis of extensive,
relevant research from
course texts as well as
outside sources.
Considerations for the
population of interest are
included throughout. All
required elements are
discussed. Topics are
designed for an APA,
scholarly audience of
emerging experts in the
field of traumatology.
Topics are discussed
without the use of direct
quotes.
76 to >51 pts
Proficient
Assertions are
mostly relevant to
the topic and to
the population of
interest.
Information
presented
includes relevant
research.
Required
elements are
included and
mostly designed
for emerging
experts in the field
of traumatology.
Direct quotes are
used only
sparingly, if at all.
51 to >35 pts
Developing
Assertions may
have relevance to
the topic or to the
population of
interest but may
lack a cogent tie
between them, or
the topic may not
be focused.
Information may
include research
and may be
designed for
emerging experts
in the field of
traumatology.
There may be the
use of direct
quotes.
35 to >0 pts
Below
Expectations
Assertions may be
inconsistent, or
there may be no
population of
interest.
Information may
not be appropriate
for emerging
experts in the field
of traumatology or
not designed for a
scholarly
audience. Direct
quotes may have
been present
throughout.
0 pts
Not
Present
/ 95
pts
Traumatology Paper Grading Rubric | EDCO790_B02_202640
Criteria Ratings Points
Content 40 to >32 pts
Advanced
Biblical application
(verses/ passages) is
clearly integrated into text
along with the use of
Christian counseling or
biblical scholarship. Faith
based topics are
discussed in a scholarly
way with relevance
clarified to an APA
scholarly audience.
32 to >22.5 pts
Proficient
Biblical application
(verses/passages)
is integrated into
text. The use of
Christian
counseling or
biblical
scholarship
references may
be relevant or
present.
Relevance of the
topics may be
clarified and
written to an APA
scholarly
audience.
22.5 to >15 pts
Developing
Biblical application
(verses/passages)
is present and
may include
references but is
not properly
integrated.
15 to >0 pts
Below
Expectations
Biblical application
(verses/passages)
is marginally
present but no to
low use of
references or
scholary
integration is
present.
0 pts
Not
Present
/ 40
pts
Structure 25 to >20 pts
Advanced
The assignment contains
no spelling and grammar
errors. Excelllent
Professional APA style
formatting is accurately
applied throughout.
Transitions and Headings
are used to add to
organizational clarity.
Scholarly voice is used
consistently throughout
the presentation. The
body of the paper was 12
to 15 pages in length.
20 to >15 pts
Proficient
The assignment
contains only
minor spelling and
grammar errors.
APA style
formatting is
present.
Transitions and
Headings are
used to add to
organizational
clarity. Scholarly
voice is used in
the submission.
The body of the
paper was 12 to
15 pages in
length.
15 to >10 pts
Developing
The assignment
contains spelling
and grammar
errors. APA style
formatting is
present but may
have mistakes.
Transitions and
Headings are
used but may
have errors.
Scholarly voice
may not be used
consistently. The
paper may be
over 15 pages or
under 12 pages in
length.
10 to >0 pts
Below
Expectations
Spelling and
grammar errors
may be present in
several areas of
the submission.
APA formatting
may be present
but may have
mistakes or may
be inconsistent.
Transitions and
Headings may not
be used. Scholarly
voice may not be
used. The body of
the paper may not
have met length
requirements.
0 pts
Not
Present
/ 25
pts
Traumatology Paper Grading Rubric | EDCO790_B02_202640
Criteria Ratings Points
Structure 25 to >20 pts
Advanced
Meets or exceeds the
required number of
scholarly journal articles
(15) in the body of the
paper and in the
references section. These
sources were in addition
to other, quality sources
from the course texts
utilized in the paper.
Professional APA
formatting is accurate in
the sources.
20 to >15 pts
Proficient
Meets the
required number
of scholarly
journal articles in
the body of the
paper and in the
references
section. Some
minor APA style
errors may be
noted in the
sources.
15 to >10 pts
Developing
May not meet the
required number
of sources in the
body of the paper
or in the
references
section. Some
sources may not
be scholarly. APA
errors may be
noted in the
sources.
10 to >0 pts
Below
Expectations
Does not meet the
required number
of sources or
sources do not
meet
requirements. APA
issues are noted
in the sources.
0 pts
Not
Present
/ 25
pts
Total Points: –
Traumatology Paper Grading Rubric | EDCO790_B02_202640
**## TraumatologyPaperAssignmentInstructions.docx**
EDCO 790
**Traumatology Paper Assignment Instructions**
**Overview**
This Professional APA style
**Traumatology Paper Assignment** requires a specific focus on a narrow portion of the knowledge gained from this course. This paper builds upon the knowledge gained in the course and is the culmination of the series of assignments that began with
**Traumatology Study Foundations Assignment, Traumatology Outline Assignment, Traumatology Annotated Outline Assignment, Peer-Review Discussion: Traumatology Presentation**, and finally, this assignment, the
**Traumatology Paper Assignment**. This series of assignments is contemplated to help prepare the learner for the dissertation requirements of deepening a single topic of interest over a period of time and presenting the findings in more than one modality.
In this final assignment, the student will summarize the learning from this course and from outside sources to discuss one in-depth topic in traumatology. By this point in the course, the topic should be sufficiently narrowed in both scope and population to one, specific aspect of traumatology. Learners may find that they wish to continue to narrow their topic significantly from the
**Traumatology Outline Assignment** and
**Peer-Review Discussion: Traumatology Presentation** and may do so along with the feedback from the Instructor throughout the course. Since doctoral students are frequently required to write on the same topic, including during the dissertation phase of the program, it is required that information in this paper must demonstrate a deepening view of the scholarship utilized throughout the course.
**Note**: As this is the culmination of the series of course assignments, it is expected that this paper will show further depth of scholarly discourse as built from insight with all of the assignments.
**It is expected that the paper will show continuation of points made and references used for these previous assignments – the paper will exhibit further depth**. This will be considered in examination of the learner’s Turnitin report for the paper. Problem matches on Turnitin would be matches with course work outside what the learner has been building through the course.
Topics should be narrowed to a specific population of interest or compared and contrasted among populations to indicate specific recognition of risk and resilience factors that may play a role in the presentation or treatment of the trauma. The paper should include a scholarly approach to the topic and the following sections: Topic, Population of Interest, Variables Associated with the Topic, and Topics for Future Research.
**Instructions** Include the following components in your
**Traumatology Paper Assignment**:
· The paper must include the following:
·
**Professional APA style Title Page**
·
**Professional APA style Abstract**
·
**Professional APA style Heading and Organizations**.
· Professional APA style summary introduction, headings, subheadings, transitions, and conclusion.
·
**Discussion of the Topic of Study**
· Introduction to the topic and information of what the current research states regarding what is currently known about the topic.
**Note:** this paper’s audience is a scholarly audience of emerging traumatology experts. Do not include sections of information that should be well-known to this audience.
·
**Population of Interest**
· A specific population of interest and the relevance of studying this population must be discussed.
· Information regarding risk factors, population data (including country or countries of interest), base rate or incidence rate of the topic within the population, and other pertinent information that offers a clear view of topic related to the population of interest for the paper.
· Information regarding the relevance of studying the population could include rationales such as: poor representation of the population of interest in the literature, a personal interest in the population (i.e., ministry or vocation), local community concern, vulnerability issues, etc.
· The section could also note current research on the topic with the population of interest or a similar population or scholarly sources that state there is no research on the topic, further supporting the need for the topic to be studied with the population of interest.
·
**Variables Associated with the Topic**
· This section should include an expansion of the topic that is specific to the population of interest and the factors that affect how this topic in traumatology is experienced by the population indicated.
· Information in this section could include elements such as relevant symptoms, short- and long-term effects associated with the topic, frequently occurring comorbidities, and an overview of recommended treatment methodologies for the type of trauma selected for the focus of this paper.
**Note: the population of interest must be discussed throughout.**
·
**Biblical Integration**
· This section must present a scholarly discussion of biblical integration, Christian counseling, Christian accommodative practices, Chaplain work, pastoral counseling, or other published topics related to the topic and population of interest.
· Bible verses and Christian or faith-based topics can be discussed along with appropriate scholarship (commentaries, theology references, etc.).
**Note:** the audience for this paper is a Professional APA, scholarly reader, not necessarily a Christian audience. Please use scholarship that supports the use of biblical integration with appropriate populations.
·
**Topics for Future Research**
· This section should include information on what research has found as gaps in the literature and what should continue to be the focus for future researchers.
· The learner may extrapolate from research in this section, particularly if there is a rationale of underlying scholarship.
· For instance, if the learner’s topic and population of interest is regarding evidence based treatment for Asian American women who have endured military sexual assault (MSA), but the literature does not offer a scholarly basis for future researchers on this specific topic and population, the learner could extrapolate an argument for this from previous literature on MSA in the female population, in general, making the specific notation regarding how the rationale was derived clear to the audience.
**Additional Information**
**Other Requirements**
· The topic and population of interest discussion should be addressed toward a scholarly audience of emerging traumatology experts throughout the paper. Slang, non-professional language, contractions, references to the editorial “we”, pop-psychology jargon, and other references or discussions that are not scholarly should be omitted.
· The body of the
**Traumatology Paper Assignment** should be between 12 and 15 pages (not including title page, abstract, and references).
· Use current Professional APA formatting, organization, voice, and structure throughout.
· Please use only Times New Roman 12 point font throughout.
· There must be a minimum of 15 scholarly journals that have been published in the last 3 years used in the references.
· Texts from this course may be used as sources; they will be in addition
to the other required sources.
Be sure to review the criteria on the
**Traumatology Paper Grading Rubric** before beginning this
**Traumatology Paper Assignment**.
Note: Your assignment will be checked for originality via the Turnitin plagiarism tool.
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**## TraumatologyAssignmentsOverview-1.docx**
EDCO 790
**Traumatology Assignments Overview**
Throughout EDCO 790, you will conduct a study across the eight weeks of the term on a specific topic and population of interest in traumatology. The purpose of this study is twofold.
· Help prepare the learner for the dissertation requirements of deepening a single topic of interest over a period of time and presenting the findings using more than one modality.
·
Deepen the learner’s foundational understanding of trauma counseling
A series of five assignments are integrated across the course modules and weeks, using the scaffolding strategy to give the learner support as new concepts and skills as required for the dissertation. The assignments in this series include:
**Traumatology Study Foundations Assignment, Traumatology Outline Assignment, Traumatology Annotated Outline Assignment, Peer-Review Discussion: Traumatology Presentation,** and
**Traumatology Paper Assignment**. This series of assignments is contemplated to help prepare the learner for the dissertation requirements of deepening a single topic of interest over a period of time and presenting the findings using more than one modality.
Beginning with the
**Traumatology Study Foundations Assignment**, each study assignment will have five core sections: Discussion of the Topic of Study, Population of Interest, Associated Variables, Biblical Integration, and Topics for Future Research.
**Note that all written assignments in the study should be submitted in a Word (versus PDF) document with Times New Roman 12-point font, as this is recommended by APA.**
**Module 1: Week 1 – Traumatology Study Foundations Assignment**
· This is the foundation of the study, much as the first stage of building a house is to set the foundation.
· The learner will review The Liberty Way regarding ethical use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and the document,
_Thesis Statements – Defining, Developing, and Evaluating_ (Liberty University Academic Success Center.
· The learner will identify a specific topic and a specifically focused population for that topic with their study in traumatology
· The learner will explore the topic and population further through use of AI to more specifically narrowthiese.
· The learner will conclude this assignment with a paper stating the topic and population for the study as well as a thesis which synthesizes the topic, population, and the main idea and primary conclusion that will capture the reader’s attention.
**Module 3: Week 3 – Traumatology Outline Assignment**
· The outline will include initial references that support the main points of the outline, with some initial development of topics throughout each of the 5 main sections of the outline.
· The learner will review the webpage covering the APA Research Paper Outline format (provided on the assignment page) to present an outline for the introduction, five sections of the study, and conclusion.
**Module 5: Week 5 – Traumatology Annotated Outline Assignment**
· The annotated outline is a structured plan for a research paper that builds on the outline of the main sections and sub-sections with brief annotations that describe the purpose, content and references of each part.
· The learner will review the document for
_Guidance and Example Annotated Outline_ for understanding and an example to follow.
· The learner will expand on the outline with annotations for at least 3 points with support from peer-reviewed scholarly articles.
**Module 6: Week 6 – Peer-Review Discussion: Traumatology Presentation**
· The presentation provides an opportunity for scholarly presentation on a topic of interest as a required skill for doctoral learners that is used in the dissertation proposal and dissertation final defense.
· The learner will present their study in a narrated presentation that is developed for a professional audience of emerging experts in the field of traumatology.
**Module 7: Week 7 – Traumatology Paper Assignment**
· The paper is the culminating assignment for the study conducted during the EDCO 790 course.
· The learner will integrate what has been developed through the previous study assignments and feedback from the professor on these to write the final paper.
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**## TraumatologyPaperGradingRubric.pdf**
Criteria Ratings Points
Content 15 to >12 pts
Advanced
A Professional APA style
abstract is present with
excellent content and
formatting.
12 to >8 pts
Proficient
A Professional
APA style abstract
is present. May
have minor
content or
formatting errors.
8 to >7 pts
Developing
An abstract is
present. Content
or formatting
errors are present
in several areas.
7 to >0 pts
Below
Expectations
An abstract may
be used but may
not have APA
formatting or may
be missing some
content.
0 pts
Not
Present
/ 15
pts
Content 95 to >76 pts
Advanced
Assertions are relevant to
the topic as well as the
population of interest. All
information is presented
with the analysis and
synthesis of extensive,
relevant research from
course texts as well as
outside sources.
Considerations for the
population of interest are
included throughout. All
required elements are
discussed. Topics are
designed for an APA,
scholarly audience of
emerging experts in the
field of traumatology.
Topics are discussed
without the use of direct
quotes.
76 to >51 pts
Proficient
Assertions are
mostly relevant to
the topic and to
the population of
interest.
Information
presented
includes relevant
research.
Required
elements are
included and
mostly designed
for emerging
experts in the field
of traumatology.
Direct quotes are
used only
sparingly, if at all.
51 to >35 pts
Developing
Assertions may
have relevance to
the topic or to the
population of
interest but may
lack a cogent tie
between them, or
the topic may not
be focused.
Information may
include research
and may be
designed for
emerging experts
in the field of
traumatology.
There may be the
use of direct
quotes.
35 to >0 pts
Below
Expectations
Assertions may be
inconsistent, or
there may be no
population of
interest.
Information may
not be appropriate
for emerging
experts in the field
of traumatology or
not designed for a
scholarly
audience. Direct
quotes may have
been present
throughout.
0 pts
Not
Present
/ 95
pts
Traumatology Paper Grading Rubric | EDCO790_B02_202640
Criteria Ratings Points
Content 40 to >32 pts
Advanced
Biblical application
(verses/ passages) is
clearly integrated into text
along with the use of
Christian counseling or
biblical scholarship. Faith
based topics are
discussed in a scholarly
way with relevance
clarified to an APA
scholarly audience.
32 to >22.5 pts
Proficient
Biblical application
(verses/passages)
is integrated into
text. The use of
Christian
counseling or
biblical
scholarship
references may
be relevant or
present.
Relevance of the
topics may be
clarified and
written to an APA
scholarly
audience.
22.5 to >15 pts
Developing
Biblical application
(verses/passages)
is present and
may include
references but is
not properly
integrated.
15 to >0 pts
Below
Expectations
Biblical application
(verses/passages)
is marginally
present but no to
low use of
references or
scholary
integration is
present.
0 pts
Not
Present
/ 40
pts
Structure 25 to >20 pts
Advanced
The assignment contains
no spelling and grammar
errors. Excelllent
Professional APA style
formatting is accurately
applied throughout.
Transitions and Headings
are used to add to
organizational clarity.
Scholarly voice is used
consistently throughout
the presentation. The
body of the paper was 12
to 15 pages in length.
20 to >15 pts
Proficient
The assignment
contains only
minor spelling and
grammar errors.
APA style
formatting is
present.
Transitions and
Headings are
used to add to
organizational
clarity. Scholarly
voice is used in
the submission.
The body of the
paper was 12 to
15 pages in
length.
15 to >10 pts
Developing
The assignment
contains spelling
and grammar
errors. APA style
formatting is
present but may
have mistakes.
Transitions and
Headings are
used but may
have errors.
Scholarly voice
may not be used
consistently. The
paper may be
over 15 pages or
under 12 pages in
length.
10 to >0 pts
Below
Expectations
Spelling and
grammar errors
may be present in
several areas of
the submission.
APA formatting
may be present
but may have
mistakes or may
be inconsistent.
Transitions and
Headings may not
be used. Scholarly
voice may not be
used. The body of
the paper may not
have met length
requirements.
0 pts
Not
Present
/ 25
pts
Traumatology Paper Grading Rubric | EDCO790_B02_202640
Criteria Ratings Points
Structure 25 to >20 pts
Advanced
Meets or exceeds the
required number of
scholarly journal articles
(15) in the body of the
paper and in the
references section. These
sources were in addition
to other, quality sources
from the course texts
utilized in the paper.
Professional APA
formatting is accurate in
the sources.
20 to >15 pts
Proficient
Meets the
required number
of scholarly
journal articles in
the body of the
paper and in the
references
section. Some
minor APA style
errors may be
noted in the
sources.
15 to >10 pts
Developing
May not meet the
required number
of sources in the
body of the paper
or in the
references
section. Some
sources may not
be scholarly. APA
errors may be
noted in the
sources.
10 to >0 pts
Below
Expectations
Does not meet the
required number
of sources or
sources do not
meet
requirements. APA
issues are noted
in the sources.
0 pts
Not
Present
/ 25
pts
Total Points: –
Traumatology Paper Grading Rubric | EDCO790_B02_202640
**## TraumatologyPaperAssignmentInstructions.docx**
EDCO 790
**Traumatology Paper Assignment Instructions**
**Overview**
This Professional APA style
**Traumatology Paper Assignment** requires a specific focus on a narrow portion of the knowledge gained from this course. This paper builds upon the knowledge gained in the course and is the culmination of the series of assignments that began with
**Traumatology Study Foundations Assignment, Traumatology Outline Assignment, Traumatology Annotated Outline Assignment, Peer-Review Discussion: Traumatology Presentation**, and finally, this assignment, the
**Traumatology Paper Assignment**. This series of assignments is contemplated to help prepare the learner for the dissertation requirements of deepening a single topic of interest over a period of time and presenting the findings in more than one modality.
In this final assignment, the student will summarize the learning from this course and from outside sources to discuss one in-depth topic in traumatology. By this point in the course, the topic should be sufficiently narrowed in both scope and population to one, specific aspect of traumatology. Learners may find that they wish to continue to narrow their topic significantly from the
**Traumatology Outline Assignment** and
**Peer-Review Discussion: Traumatology Presentation** and may do so along with the feedback from the Instructor throughout the course. Since doctoral students are frequently required to write on the same topic, including during the dissertation phase of the program, it is required that information in this paper must demonstrate a deepening view of the scholarship utilized throughout the course.
**Note**: As this is the culmination of the series of course assignments, it is expected that this paper will show further depth of scholarly discourse as built from insight with all of the assignments.
**It is expected that the paper will show continuation of points made and references used for these previous assignments – the paper will exhibit further depth**. This will be considered in examination of the learner’s Turnitin report for the paper. Problem matches on Turnitin would be matches with course work outside what the learner has been building through the course.
Topics should be narrowed to a specific population of interest or compared and contrasted among populations to indicate specific recognition of risk and resilience factors that may play a role in the presentation or treatment of the trauma. The paper should include a scholarly approach to the topic and the following sections: Topic, Population of Interest, Variables Associated with the Topic, and Topics for Future Research.
**Instructions** Include the following components in your
**Traumatology Paper Assignment**:
· The paper must include the following:
·
**Professional APA style Title Page**
·
**Professional APA style Abstract**
·
**Professional APA style Heading and Organizations**.
· Professional APA style summary introduction, headings, subheadings, transitions, and conclusion.
·
**Discussion of the Topic of Study**
· Introduction to the topic and information of what the current research states regarding what is currently known about the topic.
**Note:** this paper’s audience is a scholarly audience of emerging traumatology experts. Do not include sections of information that should be well-known to this audience.
·
**Population of Interest**
· A specific population of interest and the relevance of studying this population must be discussed.
· Information regarding risk factors, population data (including country or countries of interest), base rate or incidence rate of the topic within the population, and other pertinent information that offers a clear view of topic related to the population of interest for the paper.
· Information regarding the relevance of studying the population could include rationales such as: poor representation of the population of interest in the literature, a personal interest in the population (i.e., ministry or vocation), local community concern, vulnerability issues, etc.
· The section could also note current research on the topic with the population of interest or a similar population or scholarly sources that state there is no research on the topic, further supporting the need for the topic to be studied with the population of interest.
·
**Variables Associated with the Topic**
· This section should include an expansion of the topic that is specific to the population of interest and the factors that affect how this topic in traumatology is experienced by the population indicated.
· Information in this section could include elements such as relevant symptoms, short- and long-term effects associated with the topic, frequently occurring comorbidities, and an overview of recommended treatment methodologies for the type of trauma selected for the focus of this paper.
**Note: the population of interest must be discussed throughout.**
·
**Biblical Integration**
· This section must present a scholarly discussion of biblical integration, Christian counseling, Christian accommodative practices, Chaplain work, pastoral counseling, or other published topics related to the topic and population of interest.
· Bible verses and Christian or faith-based topics can be discussed along with appropriate scholarship (commentaries, theology references, etc.).
**Note:** the audience for this paper is a Professional APA, scholarly reader, not necessarily a Christian audience. Please use scholarship that supports the use of biblical integration with appropriate populations.
·
**Topics for Future Research**
· This section should include information on what research has found as gaps in the literature and what should continue to be the focus for future researchers.
· The learner may extrapolate from research in this section, particularly if there is a rationale of underlying scholarship.
· For instance, if the learner’s topic and population of interest is regarding evidence based treatment for Asian American women who have endured military sexual assault (MSA), but the literature does not offer a scholarly basis for future researchers on this specific topic and population, the learner could extrapolate an argument for this from previous literature on MSA in the female population, in general, making the specific notation regarding how the rationale was derived clear to the audience.
**Additional Information**
**Other Requirements**
· The topic and population of interest discussion should be addressed toward a scholarly audience of emerging traumatology experts throughout the paper. Slang, non-professional language, contractions, references to the editorial “we”, pop-psychology jargon, and other references or discussions that are not scholarly should be omitted.
· The body of the
**Traumatology Paper Assignment** should be between 12 and 15 pages (not including title page, abstract, and references).
· Use current Professional APA formatting, organization, voice, and structure throughout.
· Please use only Times New Roman 12 point font throughout.
· There must be a minimum of 15 scholarly journals that have been published in the last 3 years used in the references.
· Texts from this course may be used as sources; they will be in addition
to the other required sources.
Be sure to review the criteria on the
**Traumatology Paper Grading Rubric** before beginning this
**Traumatology Paper Assignment**.
Note: Your assignment will be checked for originality via the Turnitin plagiarism tool.
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