WEEK 9 DISCUSSION 1: GROUP-FACILITATED DISCUSSION (TRAUMA)

WEEK 9 DISCUSSION 1: GROUP-FACILITATED DISCUSSION (TRAUMA)

Value: 100 points

Due: Facilitating group to post by Day 1; all other students post to facilitating group discussion prompt by Day 3 and reply to at least two other peer posts by Day 7.

Grading Category: Discussions

Note: In this type of discussion, you will not see the responses of your classmates until after you have posted your own response to the question below.

Instructions for Facilitating Group

• Please review Week 7 Get Started: Group-Facilitated Communication Board and Instructions for the discussion guidelines to ensure that you meet all criteria.
• Choose one group member who will be responsible for the initial post on Day 1 of this week.
  • Include the group’s discussion prompts, resources, and instructions for what your classmates are to do with the resources.
• During this week, each group member will participate in the facilitation of the discussion. Make sure to respond to all initial discussions. Answer all questions and expand the discussion meaningfully.
• Address all initial peer posts by Day 7.

Instructions for Non-Facilitating Students

Initial Post

Respond according to the facilitating group’s instructions by Day 4. Include substantive reflection to the presenters.

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Replies

• Reply to at least two of your classmates.
• Pick out an idea from your peers’ initial posts that you find most interesting and tell how you will use this information in practice.

Please refer to the Grading Rubric for details on how this activity will be graded. The described expectations meet the passing level of 80%. Students are directed to review the Discussion Grading Rubric for criteria which exceed expectations.

Introduction

Collaborative learning is a cornerstone of advanced nursing education and professional growth. This Week 7 group-facilitated discussion provides an opportunity for students to engage in scholarly dialogue, apply evidence-based research, and demonstrate leadership in guiding professional conversations. Through structured facilitation, students not only exchange knowledge but also cultivate the critical thinking, communication, and teamwork skills necessary for advanced nursing practice.

For the facilitating group, this assignment serves as a platform to lead academic discourse by developing discussion prompts, selecting scholarly resources, and providing clear guidance for classmates’ participation. One designated group member will initiate the conversation with a comprehensive post on Day 1, introducing the topic, relevant resources, and discussion expectations. Throughout the week, all group members are expected to actively moderate the discussion by responding thoughtfully to peers, clarifying concepts, posing follow-up questions, and expanding on ideas using evidence-based reasoning. This ongoing engagement fosters a dynamic and inclusive learning environment, ensuring that all participants gain meaningful insights from multiple perspectives.

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For non-facilitating students, the objective is to respond substantively to the facilitating group’s prompts by Day 4. Responses should demonstrate critical reflection, synthesis of course materials, and integration of professional experiences. Furthermore, each student is required to reply to at least two peers’ posts by Day 7, highlighting key ideas from others’ contributions and explaining how these insights can inform personal or professional practice. Such engagement reinforces mutual respect, intellectual curiosity, and the collective advancement of nursing knowledge.

Ultimately, this structured discussion process aligns with the broader goals of graduate nursing education—to promote lifelong learning, foster scholarly dialogue, and encourage leadership within clinical and academic settings. By adhering to the discussion guidelines and engaging meaningfully with peers, each participant contributes to an enriching environment that mirrors the collaborative nature of real-world nursing practice.

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