Select a historical figure from the list of individuals who have had an impact on Nursing.

Select a historical figure from the list of individuals who have had an impact on Nursing.

Module 2: Assignment Instructions

Select a historical figure from the list of individuals who have had an impact on Nursing. Identify your choice in the associated M2 discussion area.

Explore your chosen person\\\’s life, accomplishments and contributions to nursing. Focus on the highlights.

Review the Grading Rubric (below or under the assessment tab ->rubrics -> historical figure presentation) that will be used to grade your presentation.

Following the grading rubric to prepare a PowerPoint presentation (PPT). See YouTube video below for considerations on errors to avoid in developing your PPT.

Prepare your PPT to share with class via Web Ex.

You will do a formal presentation via Web Ex using your PPT, audio, and webcam. This is a “professional” presentation, so your appearance and surroundings should be as if you were presenting at a professional venue.

Limit your presentation to 5 minutes

After completing your presentation submit your PPT to the assignment dropbox.

Forms and feedback will be available after grading in the Dropbox.

A few other considerations in developing your presentation:

Avoid too many bullets on a slide (typically 4?8)

Avoid too many words on each bullet (typically few words, very short phrase, no sentences)

If your historic figure has developed a theory, make sure you clearly address the above criteria and not just a presentation of their theory.

Be sure to address how the historic figure was a benefit to nursing.

Do Not copy and paste into your presentation.

Do Not read word? for? word from a source.

Remember that ANY content you include that is not your own, needs to be specifically referenced

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