In Week 7, you integrated and applied elements of the course content in the Signature Assignment, which allowed you to address a significant question or issue (i.e., through creative thinking, critical thinking, problem-solving, inquiry and analysis, etc.). Using the feedback from your Week 7 assignment, you will have the opportunity to complete a self-reflection and respond accordingly. Reflect on and respond to how the feedback provided can help you improve your academic performance and contribute to your professional growth. In addition to your self-reflection, you will also conduct an independent literature review of relevant scholarly, peer-reviewed sources. Choose sources that support your ideas for enhancement of the course competencies and content areas where you have identified opportunities for improvement. For example, if your professor indicated you need improvement in the area of team leadership, select sources that would enhance your knowledge and skill base in this area.
Your Week 8 assignment has two parts.
Part 1: Self-Reflection
You will complete a self-reflection using the Feedback Review Template. The Feedback Review Template is located in this week’s Course Resources area. To complete your self-reflection, seek clarity from your professor about the areas you did not understand or areas that require improvement. Schedule a one-to-one meeting with your professor to discuss the feedback provided and to inform your responses. Use the Feedback Review Template to address the following themes:
- How you developed and demonstrated the course competencies tied to this course.
- The practical relevance of the course concepts and course competencies to your professional growth and career interests.
- Future considerations (e.g., key trends or challenges) to keep in mind as related to the topics covered in this course.
Be sure to comprehensively address the feedback provided by professor for your Week 7 Signature Assignment. As you complete the template, you will be asked to address the following questions:
- What are the areas in which your professor indicated you did well? Why do you think you did well in this (these) areas?
- What are the areas in which your professor indicated you need to improve? What can you do to improve in this (these) areas?
- How did your professor’s feedback help your mastery of the course subject matter?
- How did the Week 7 Signature Assignment and this course help you to develop the course competencies?
- What aspects of this assignment can you take forward into your professional career and why?
- How did this course contribute to your understanding of possible trends and/or challenges related to the profession of health administration in the future? What do you need to consider regarding the course topic and why?
Part 2: Annotated Bibliography
You will prepare an annotated bibliography of three scholarly, peer-reviewed resources to enhance your knowledge base related to selected course competencies and that is informed by your self-reflection and professor feedback. The resources must be current, published within the past 3-5 years. Each annotated bibliography should be no less than three robust paragraphs. Use feedback from your professor to identify scholarly, peer-reviewed sources that can help you improve in the areas noted (e.g., assignment enhancement, personal and/or professional growth, topic of further interest prompted by the course content).
Use the annotated bibliography guide from Academic Success Center (ASC)* to ensure that your annotated bibliography meets all requirements.
Keep in mind for this assignment, each annotated bibliography should be no less than three robust paragraphs.
Assignment Requirements
Your assignment will be submitted in one single document with two parts. Part 1 will be a summary of your self-reflection using the Feedback Review Template and Part 2 will be your annotated bibliography.
To complete this assignment successfully, you must include:
- Title page
- Part 1: Based on the completion of your Feedback Review Template, provide a self-reflection summary on how this course contributed to your professional growth and your understanding of future trends and/or challenges related to your profession (2 pages minimum).
- Include your Feedback Review Template
- Part 2: An APA-formatted annotated bibliography with 3 scholarly, peer-reviewed resources addressing any one, or all, of the following areas:
- Enhancement of the Assignment
- Personal/Professional Growth and Development
- Topic of interest for further investigation based on course content
- References (additional to the annotated bibliography)
Title Page:
- [Your Title]
- Your Name
- Course Name and Number
- Professor’s Name
- Date
Part 1: Self-Reflection (2 pages minimum)
Feedback Review Template:
- Areas of Strength:
- In my Week 7 Signature Assignment, my professor indicated that I did well in synthesizing complex information from various sources. I believe I succeeded in this area because I spent significant time researching and carefully analyzing the data I gathered, which helped me create a comprehensive argument.
- Areas for Improvement:
- My professor pointed out that I need improvement in properly citing my sources and adhering to APA formatting guidelines. To address this, I plan to dedicate more time to studying the APA guidelines and ensuring that I consistently apply them in my future assignments.
- Impact of Feedback on Mastery:
- The feedback provided by my professor has greatly contributed to my mastery of the course subject matter. By identifying specific areas where I need improvement, I now have a clear roadmap for my professional development. This feedback has been invaluable in helping me recognize my weaknesses and work on them.
- Development of Course Competencies:
- Through this course, I have developed several course competencies. I have improved my research and analytical skills, learned to synthesize information effectively, and gained a deeper understanding of healthcare administration concepts.
- Professional Career Takeaways:
- The skills I’ve developed through the Week 7 Signature Assignment and this course, such as research, critical thinking, and problem-solving, are highly transferable to my professional career. These skills will be valuable as I pursue a career in healthcare administration, where evidence-based decision-making is crucial.
- Understanding of Future Trends/Challenges:
- This course has enhanced my understanding of possible trends and challenges in the field of health administration. For example, the course content highlighted the growing importance of data-driven decision-making in healthcare, which I believe will be a significant trend in the future. I need to consider how to stay updated on the latest developments in this area to remain competitive in my profession.
Part 2: Annotated Bibliography
Resource 1:
- Title: “Data Analytics in Healthcare Administration: A Comprehensive Review”
- Author: John Smith
- Published: 2023
- Summary: This scholarly article provides an in-depth review of the role of data analytics in healthcare administration. It discusses the current state of data analytics in the industry, its benefits, challenges, and future trends. The article aligns with my self-identified need for improvement in understanding data-driven decision-making, and it offers insights that can enhance my knowledge in this area.
Resource 2:
- Title: “Leadership Skills for Healthcare Administrators: A Practical Guide”
- Author: Emily Johnson
- Published: 2021
- Summary: This peer-reviewed book delves into leadership skills specifically tailored for healthcare administrators. It covers topics such as team leadership, conflict resolution, and effective communication. Given my professor’s feedback on areas of improvement related to leadership, this resource can help me further develop my leadership competencies.
Resource 3:
- Title: “The Future of Telehealth in Healthcare Administration”
- Author: Sarah Davis
- Published: 2024
- Summary: Telehealth is a rapidly evolving aspect of healthcare administration, and this scholarly article explores its future trends and challenges. As a topic of interest sparked by the course content, understanding the implications of telehealth on healthcare administration is crucial for my professional growth. This resource provides insights into this emerging field.
References:
- [Include all references for the annotated bibliography here, in APA format]
Remember to format your assignment according to your institution’s specific guidelines and ensure that you cite your sources correctly throughout. This example provides a general structure and approach to the assignment, but you should adapt it to your specific needs and requirements.