For this week’s assignment you will write an essay addressing each of the following point/questions. Be sure to completely answer all the questions for each number item. There should be three sections, one for each item number below, as well the introduction (the heading for the introduction should be the title of the essay) and conclusion paragraphs.
Separate each section in your paper with a clear heading (headings should be bold type) that allows your professor to know which item you are addressing in that section of your paper. Support your ideas with at least 3 citations in your essay. Make sure to reference the citations using APA writing style for the essay. The cover page and reference page do not count towards the minimum word amount. Review the rubric criteria for this assignment.
For your essay:
Identify one aspect of big data and data mining that is interesting to you. Explain the concept and how it might bring value to healthcare.
Describe the concept of continuity planning. If you were the director or manager for your current workplace, describe the preparedness program you would recommend.
Locate an article discussing the use of informatics in healthcare education of the general public or of nursing students. Discuss the benefits and drawbacks to using technology in this situation and recommendations from the author. Do you feel this use of technology is a viable method of educating (the public or nursing students)? Why or why not?
Assignment Expectations:
Length: 500 words per essay section (500 for each of the three section = 1500 total for the assignment)
Structure: Include a title page and reference page in APA format. The title page and reference page do not count toward the minimal word count of 1500. Your essay should include an introduction and conclusion which count in your 1500 words.
References: Include at least 3 in APA formatting to support your essay. All sources need a citation and all citations need a reference. When you use work from other sources, it should be paraphrased or direct quoted with a citation and a reference in APA format.
Rubric: A rubric is used to score your work. Please review the rubric.