NURSING 3007OL - Nursing in an International Context
Online - Semester 1 - 2015
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General Course Information
Course Details
Course Code NURSING 3007OL Course Nursing in an International Context Coordinating Unit Adelaide Nursing School Term Semester 1 Level Undergraduate Location/s Online Units 3 Contact Online Available for Study Abroad and Exchange N Assessment Health profile, nursing care plan, report Course Staff
Course Coordinator: Associate Professor Philippa Rasmussen
Sue Sharrad
Lecturer
School of Nursing
The University of Adelaide
AUSTRALIA 5005
Phone: +61 8 8313 3643
Fax: +61 8 8313 3594
suzanne.sharrad@adelaide.edu.au
www.health.adelaide.edu.au/nursing/
CRICOS Provider Number 00123MCourse Timetable
The full timetable of all activities for this course can be accessed from Course Planner.
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Learning Outcomes
Course Learning Outcomes
At the completion of this course you will be able to;
1. Characterise nursing in an international context
2 Identify the role of the World Health Organisation and other Non Government Organisations
3 Apply the principles of epidemiology to global health threats
4 Consider health statistics and health informatics
5 Identify the role of poverty in causing illness
6 Describe the nature of pandemics
7 Evaluate the role of conflict in poor health outcomes
8 Describe the impact of water and sanitation on health outcomes
9 Consider climate change, tropical diseases and planning for health
University Graduate Attributes
This course will provide students with an opportunity to develop the Graduate Attribute(s) specified below:
University Graduate Attribute Course Learning Outcome(s) Knowledge and understanding of the content and techniques of a chosen discipline at advanced levels that are internationally recognised. 1-9 The ability to locate, analyse, evaluate and synthesise information from a wide variety of sources in a planned and timely manner. 2,4,8 An ability to apply effective, creative and innovative solutions, both independently and cooperatively, to current and future problems. 1-9 Skills of a high order in interpersonal understanding, teamwork and communication. 3 A proficiency in the appropriate use of contemporary technologies. n/a A commitment to continuous learning and the capacity to maintain intellectual curiosity throughout life. 1,4,9 A commitment to the highest standards of professional endeavour and the ability to take a leadership role in the community. 1-9 An awareness of ethical, social and cultural issues within a global context and their importance in the exercise of professional skills and responsibilities. 1-9 -
Learning Resources
Required Resources
No prescribed textOnline Learning
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Learning & Teaching Activities
Learning & Teaching Modes
Online lectures through MyUni: There will be online lectures or podcasts for each week.Workload
The information below is provided as a guide to assist students in engaging appropriately with the course requirements.
It is expected that you will need to spend about 12 hours of study a week to successfully complete this course. This includes listening to the lectures or podcasts, reading, completing activities and completing assessments. Thus some weeks it will be more and others less. It is recommended that you plan your time commitment to the course at the beginning of the semesterLearning Activities Summary
- Introduction to nursing in an international context
- Nursing roles and regulation in an international context.
- Emerging diseases
- Public health issues
- Poverty and disadvantaged populations
- The role of WHO and NGOs in developing nations
- The developing nations and disease
- The impact of conflict on health
- The health consequences of natural disasters
- Non communicable disease and health impacts
- Humans and the impact on global disease
- The Future of health Nanotechnology, robots,
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Assessment
The University's policy on Assessment for Coursework Programs is based on the following four principles:
- Assessment must encourage and reinforce learning.
- Assessment must enable robust and fair judgements about student performance.
- Assessment practices must be fair and equitable to students and give them the opportunity to demonstrate what they have learned.
- Assessment must maintain academic standards.
Assessment Summary
Item Weighting Word count 1. Online quiz formative N/A 2. Online Quizzes (Weeks 2-7) 22.5% 900 equivalent 3. Report (Essay) 55% 2,000 4. Online Quizzes (Weeks 8-12) 22.5% 900 equivalent Assessment Detail
ASSESSMENT 1: Online Quiz (due week 3)
ASSESSMENT 2: Online Quizzes for weeks 2-7 of the course. Due week 8.
ASSESSMENT 3: Report in essay for. details will be avaiable when semester begins. Due week 11.
ASSESSMENT 3: Online Quizzes for weeks 8-12 of the course. Due week 13.Submission
Unless otherwise indicated all submission of assignments is to be through the assignments portal of MyUni. TurnItin will be used to check student assignments. Students MUST keep an electronic copy of all assignments submitted. Cover sheets are required for all assignments and can be accessed from the School of Nursing website. Extension of 1 week for submission of assignments can automatically be granted when an online request is submitted. (Please see Study Guide for details) Requests must be made before the due date of the assignment. In principle, all assignments should be submitted by the due date. Late submission without an approved extension will be penalised at the rate of 5% of available marks for each working day after the due date. Work submitted more than ten days after the due date may be returned unmarked. This action will be taken to prevent students who do get their work in on time being disadvantaged.
The policy for applying for extensions is outlined in the School Manual and the Study Guides.
Whenever possible staff will turn around marked assignments within 4 weeks or earlierCourse Grading
Grades for your performance in this course will be awarded in accordance with the following scheme:
M10 (Coursework Mark Scheme) Grade Mark Description FNS Fail No Submission F 1-49 Fail P 50-64 Pass C 65-74 Credit D 75-84 Distinction HD 85-100 High Distinction CN Continuing NFE No Formal Examination RP Result Pending Further details of the grades/results can be obtained from Examinations.
Grade Descriptors are available which provide a general guide to the standard of work that is expected at each grade level. More information at Assessment for Coursework Programs.
Final results for this course will be made available through Access Adelaide.
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Student Feedback
The University places a high priority on approaches to learning and teaching that enhance the student experience. Feedback is sought from students in a variety of ways including on-going engagement with staff, the use of online discussion boards and the use of Student Experience of Learning and Teaching (SELT) surveys as well as GOS surveys and Program reviews.
SELTs are an important source of information to inform individual teaching practice, decisions about teaching duties, and course and program curriculum design. They enable the University to assess how effectively its learning environments and teaching practices facilitate student engagement and learning outcomes. Under the current SELT Policy (http://www.adelaide.edu.au/policies/101/) course SELTs are mandated and must be conducted at the conclusion of each term/semester/trimester for every course offering. Feedback on issues raised through course SELT surveys is made available to enrolled students through various resources (e.g. MyUni). In addition aggregated course SELT data is available.
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Student Support
- Academic Integrity for Students
- Academic Support with Maths
- Academic Support with writing and study skills
- Careers Services
- International Student Support
- Library Services for Students
- LinkedIn Learning
- Student Life Counselling Support - Personal counselling for issues affecting study
- Students with a Disability - Alternative academic arrangements
- YouX Student Care - Advocacy, confidential counselling, welfare support and advice
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Policies & Guidelines
This section contains links to relevant assessment-related policies and guidelines - all university policies.
- Academic Credit Arrangements Policy
- Academic Integrity Policy
- Academic Progress by Coursework Students Policy
- Assessment for Coursework Programs Policy
- Copyright Compliance Policy
- Coursework Academic Programs Policy
- Elder Conservatorium of Music Noise Management Plan
- Intellectual Property Policy
- IT Acceptable Use and Security Policy
- Modified Arrangements for Coursework Assessment Policy
- Reasonable Adjustments to Learning, Teaching & Assessment for Students with a Disability Policy
- Student Experience of Learning and Teaching Policy
- Student Grievance Resolution Process
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