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Visual Layout Draft
[WLOs: 4, 5] [CLOs: 1, 3, 4]
Throughout the first three weeks of this course, we have explored various components of creating positive learning environments. All these elements come to life when we can arrange and design our classroom layouts. By strategically considering the physical design of our classroom environments, we can ensure the space is not only inclusive and equitable but also that the schedules, transitions, and routines we design will be able to come to life.
In your Week 1 journal, you had the opportunity to explore various tools that could be used to design the layout of your learning environment. This week, you will build on that work by selecting a tool to use in creating your first draft of your classroom layout. You will share your layout with your peers in the Week 4 Designing the Classroom Environment discussion forum and create a final draft as a piece of your Week 5 Learning Environment Design Project final assignment.
To prepare for this assignment,
Read Chapter 5: Arranging an Effective Environment.
Watch the video Spaces: OverviewLinks to an external site..
Read the article Building Environments That Encourage Positive Behavior: The Preschool Behavior Support Self-AssessmentLinks to an external site..
Review the webpage The Indoor Environment: Designing and OrganizingLinks to an external site..
Choose the tool that you will use to create your visual layout for your learning environment:

Kaplan FloorPlannerLinks to an external site. (does require you to set up a free account)
How to Use Our Classroom Design Tool: A Step-by-Step GuideLinks to an external site.
Wondershare EdrawMax Free Editable Classroom LayoutsLinks to an external site.
comLinks to an external site.
Katy Miller’s Use Floorplanner to Create Your Own Classroom!Links to an external site.
CanvaLinks to an external site.
PowerPoint
Paper and pencil (you will need to take a picture of your drawing)
Diorama
Another tool of your choice

Preschool Classroom
A 2/3-year-old classroom of 12 students. In the room you have one student Maria who comes from a home where Spanish is only spoken. Maria’s parents seem very interested in supporting her, but language is a barrier for them to communicate their needs to you. You also have one child Johnny who has cognitive and physical delays which require him to work with an aid most of the time when he is in your room. Johnny’s mom is very worried about him and would like to schedule regular meetings with you to review his goals and progress throughout the year. Then, you have a 3-year-old boy Michael who is living with a foster family after being moved around a bit. The family is overwhelmed trying to help him manage his behavior and he tends to lash out at other children often.
Assignment Instructions
There are two parts to your assignment:
Part 1: Visual Layout
Using the tool of your choice, create a visual layout for your chosen classroom environment.
Label the layout to identify which of the classrooms you designed it for.
Part 2: Visual Layout Explanation
Using the tool of your choice (Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, video, etc.) explain your visual layout by addressing the following:
Describe how your environmental design encourages play to support achieving developmental milestones for the age group of your chosen classroom.
Discuss three areas from your visual layout and why they are necessary to include.
Explain how your visual layout creates an environment that supports classroom management.
Describe a challenge you had when creating your classroom layout and how you overcame the challenge.

 
AIDET is introduced below and is something you can practice before your first patient interactions.
Tools for Effective Communication
AIDET is introduced below and is something you can practice before your first patient interactions. 
AIDET® is an acronym (Acknowledge, Introduce, Duration, Explanation, Thank you) that represents the components of an effective communication framework to leverage during interactions, especially with people who might be nervous, anxious, or vulnerable. Developed by Studer Group as the “Five Fundamentals of Patient Communication” in the mid-1990s and later registered by Studer Group as AIDET®, it is most often used by healthcare professionals to communicate with patients and their families, as well as with each other. Research studies confirm that this approach appears to improve communication between healthcare professionals and their patients. 
A – Acknowledge. Greet people using appropriate tone and body language and use their names if you know them.
I – Introduce. Introduce yourself to others. Tell them who you are (including skill set, experience, and qualifications, if appropriate) and how you are going to help them. Escort people where they need to go rather than pointing or giving directions. 
D – Duration. Provide a time estimate and identify the next steps. Keep in touch to ease waiting times. Let others know if there is a delay and how long it will be.
E – Explanation. Explain step-by-step what to expect next, answer questions, and let the other person know how to contact you. Assess comprehension using the teach-back method. Listen and respond with compassion if needed.
T – Thank you. Foster an attitude of gratitude. Thank people for their patronage, help, or assistance.
For additional reference see: The AIDET® Communication Framework
Customize effective communication for your patients.
Include the following aspects in the discussion:
Create a script for patient communication about any topic you wish
Use AIDET and have a brief paragraph for each

 
An introduc paraG that attempts to gain the interest of readers and introduces your closed research theme reading, and offers a thesi statement suggesting what your response to the closed research theme reading will be focused on
A thesi statement previewing your  ” I Say” response to the closed research theme reading
A full and accurate summary of the closed research theme reading
A meaningful response, supported with evidence, to the closed research theme reading
A concluding paragraph
Revisions made based on the feedback you received from your instructor on the Half Draft (See the Grades link or consult your instructor for this feedback)
In-text citations of “They Say” summaries and quotations of the closed research theme reading and other sources, if you use any
APA or MLA style formatting, as specified by your instructor, with a References (APA) or Works Cited (MLA) page
Observation of the conventions of Standard Written English
Minimum 750 words for the final draft (References or Works Cited list does not count in the minimum word-count requirement)
See the assessment rubric at the bottom of this page for an understanding of how your Final Draft will be graded.
 They Say / I Say, with Ivy Tech Community College Custom Reader, 1st Ed., Little Seagull Handbook, 4th Ed. 

In your discussion groups this week, review your readings, specifically on social media, and answer the following questions:
Page 11 of the NCSBN brochure Download NCSBN brochureoutlines common myths and misunderstandings about social media. Which of these surprised you the most?
What measures will you implement to prevent the disclosure of confidential patient information?
In what ways have you observed medical professionals using social media?
From your observations, has patient confidentiality been compromised? Why do you think so, or why not?

It is important to remain a lifelong learner. Develop at least one SMART goal for each of the three categories: 
1 Year Goal; Complete Graduate Degree
2-3 Year Goal; Retire from the US Army 
5 Year Goal. Transition to a new career as a Teacher
For each goal, identify the action/strategy you will take to achieve the goal, why the goal is important to you personally and to your profession, a list of resources to help meet the goal, and how you will assess to make sure you have completed the goal.  

Step One: Locate an article in a professional nursing journal.

Locate the name of a recent (<5 years), professional, nursing journal related to the area of nursing you are interested in pursuing. Please refer to the Library and APA Resources to help guide you.  Find one scholarly, peer-reviewed article in that journal that interests you and read it; editorial and topical articles will not suffice.  Step Two: Write an APA reference. Use the article that you found to write a properly formatted APA reference; only the reference is needed, you do not need to write a summary for this assignment. Type the APA reference on a Word document.  Please include the appropriate heading for a 7th edition APA reference page Step Three: Submit TWO attachments to Canvas (See instructions here (Links to an external site.) for uploading more than one file to a submission) Attach the reference in Word format. Attach the article in a .pdf format. You will need to submit a copy of your article; this needs to be a .pdf file and not just a copy of the link. Please see the rubric for details on how to avoid deductions for this assignment. 

Describe ethical fading and leadership erosion by Commanders in the US Army by scheduling many large-scale training events versus fewer quality events just so their evaluations are stacked. The commanders command for 2 years and move on. 

In this assignment, you will create a resource that can be shared with your larger community on one of the topics discussed in Chapter 7 of your textbook. After reflecting on your own sense of purpose, consider how you can inspire and guide children in discovering and nurturing their personal interests, purposes, and passions.
Remember to approach this assignment with empathy, respect, and a commitment to promoting mental health awareness and well-being in your community.
In addition to the topic you select from the list given here, you will also incorporate a section on prioritizing and practicing purpose in the context of mental health and well-being.
In your presentation,
1) Choose your topic from Chapter 7 of your textbook.
2) Research and gather information on your chosen topic.
3) Develop a resource (e.g., a brochure, presentation, infographic, or video) that educates your larger community about the chosen topic.
Topic Selection: Choose one of the following topics from the Chapter 7 of the text:
1) Responding to Mental Health Challenges
a) Red flags: Identifying warning signs of mental health issues.
b) Common signs: Understanding the prevalent indicators of mental health challenges.
2) Grief and Loss
a) Stigma and shame: Addressing the social stigma and shame surrounding grief and loss.
b) First person language: Encouraging open and empathetic communication about grief and loss.
3) Mental Health First Aid
a) ALGEE: Learning the five-step action plan for providing mental health first aid.
b) 988: Understanding the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline.
4) Mental Health Habit and Emotional Hygiene:
a) Mind-and-soul care: Exploring strategies for taking care of your mental and emotional well-being.
b) Body care: Understanding the importance of physical health in mental well-being.
Prioritize and Practice (Additional required section)
5) Invest in Personal Interest
a) Explore the idea that you can only be what you are able to perceive, emphasizing the importance of exposure and pursuing one’s passions and purpose.
Your presentation
must be 10 double-spaced slides in length (not including title and references slides and formatted according to APA Style.

Heather Malin, author of Teaching for Purpose, found that adults who effectively help kids discover personal interests and purpose are those who can model their own purpose. In this journal, reflect on your own sense of purpose and how you can encourage children to cultivate their personal interests, purposes, and passions.
In your journal, address the following questions:
1) What brings you joy and purpose?
2) Are you willing to commit your resources, time, and attention to in pursuit of your purpose?
3) Identify the most meaningful aspects of your life.
4) Do you have specific interests and passions that align with your purpose?
Your journal must be three double-spaced pages (not including title and reference pages). You are to use subheadings to organize your journal. 

The purpose of this assignment is to consider that you will present at an important meeting about healthcare policy. Your role is to represent the perspective of nurses about this particular issue and provide a presentation to the group.

Introduction:

Refer to APA Manual for how to write an effective introduction. State the purpose of the paper.  

Main Content: 

First, choose a policy or agenda item related to nurses that is proposed by the American Nurses Association, state or federal government agencies or legislative bodies, a state nursing board, a state nursing association, or a professional nursing specialty organization (such as Oncology Nurse Association, Wound Care Nurse Association, Advanced Practice Nurse Association, or Clinical Nurse Leader Association).   Explain the significance of this policy and why it is of interest.
Next, using professional and government websites and scholarly articles, analyze the issue thoroughly so that you have data and information to include in your presentation. What is the history of this issue? Who is affected by this issue? How will policy related to this issue affect nurses or your particular nurse’s association? Clearly outline the policy or issue with key points highlighted that demonstrate your understanding.  
Research the key stakeholders who might be attending the meeting and identify them as specifically as possible.  You may select one stakeholder or one group of stakeholders (decision-makers) as your audience for the presentation.

Conclusion:

Write closing comments about the process of writing the letter; do not introduce new material in the conclusion.

Total of 3 (not including title page or reference page) using the required cover page with your program name clearly labeled that contains your speech verbatim as you would deliver it to this group. Minimum of 5 scholarly sources (a minimum of 3 scholarly sources and a minimum of two peer-reviewed journal articles) to support your facts.  One source may be the course textbook.Create a PowerPoint Presentation that includes the following:

Introduction: 

Introduce yourself, your purpose in addressing the meeting, and the perspective you are representing in your presentation. 

Main Content:

Include an overview of the issue, including a brief history and the importance of the issue or policy. From there, select two to four key points related to the issue or policy supported by research, data, facts, and figures. 
Provide details and examples that help the audience understand the specifics of the policy or issue.
Finally, include information about the potential implications for the issue or policy as it affects the nursing perspective you are representing. 

Conclusion: 

End with a strong conclusion that reviews your main points and makes a clear recommendation for the action that needs to take place during the meeting or in subsequent meetings.  
Remember that you need to be convincing as well as professional demonstrating your thorough knowledge of the subject and the perspective of the group you are representing.

A PowerPoint that has 5 slides highlighting the main points of your presentation.
PLEASE USE THE SAME POLICY OR ISSUE FROM PAPER.