Module 8 Part 2

Summary

In this final lecture, the instructor discusses key course concepts such as burnout, injury risk, and rehabilitation. Students are tasked with creating a 10-slide PowerPoint presentation on a topic covered in the course, with guidelines on citing credible sources and avoiding plagiarism. The instructor emphasizes the importance of submitting thoughtful work, encourages the use of images in presentations, and reminds students about deadlines for assignments. Additionally, the instructor expresses patience with late submissions, provided the work is of quality, and encourages students to reach out for help when needed, concluding with well wishes for the rest of the semester.

Takeaways

• 😀 Make sure to humble yourself and seek professional help when recovering from an injury to ensure proper rehabilitation.
• 😀 For the final project, create a 10-slide PowerPoint presentation on any topic covered in the course, such as burnout or injury rehabilitation.
• 😀 Submit your PowerPoint as either a PDF or a PowerPoint file that the instructor can access—ensure correct submission to avoid any issues.
• 😀 The first slide should be your introduction, slides 2-9 should cover the main content of your chosen topic, and the last slide should be a works cited page.
• 😀 Use credible scholarly sources when citing, and avoid sources like Wikipedia, ChatGPT, or random online articles.
• 😀 Adding clip art or photos to your presentation is encouraged to enhance the visual appeal.
• 😀 Avoid lengthy paragraphs—use 5-6 bullet points with one to two sentences each to convey your message.
• 😀 The course involves a couple of assignments like the burnout discussion board and the CAP 8 on injury risk and rehabilitation, both of which are due on Friday.
• 😀 Late work is accepted with no major penalties beyond a small point deduction, but students must make an effort and submit high-quality work.
• 😀 Plagiarism will result in a zero for the assignment, and the instructor uses a plagiarism checker to ensure originality in submissions.
• 😀 Remember to cite your work properly and demonstrate critical thinking—this will be important in your academic and professional future.

Q & A

What is the main focus of the lecture in the transcript?

The lecture focuses on consequences of burnout, injury risk, and rehabilitation. It also provides instructions for the final project in the course.

What does the lecturer suggest is important for a student to consider when rehabilitating an injury?

The lecturer emphasizes the importance of humility and intelligence, advising students to understand that they are not doctors and to ask questions to ensure proper rehabilitation.

What is the format and requirement for the final project?

The final project requires students to create a 10-page PowerPoint presentation on any topic studied in the course. The presentation should include an introduction, eight informational slides, and a work cited page. It should be submitted as a PDF or PowerPoint file.

How should the PowerPoint slides be organized and what is the required content for each slide?

The PowerPoint slides should have a total of 10 pages: 1) introduction page, 2-9) informational slides with bullet points (5-6 points per slide), and 10) a works cited page. Students should avoid long paragraphs and focus on concise points.

What type of sources are acceptable for the final project’s works cited page?

Students should use credible scholarly sources, such as peer-reviewed articles or research papers. Wikipedia and unreliable online articles are not acceptable.

What is the policy regarding late assignments in the course?

The lecturer allows late assignments to be submitted up until the end of the course. While late submissions may receive some point deductions, students will still receive grades for their work.

How does the lecturer encourage students to complete late assignments?

The lecturer encourages students to complete late assignments thoroughly and thoughtfully. She requests that students do not submit minimal work and emphasizes that quality matters, even if the work is late.

What does the lecturer warn students about regarding plagiarism?

The lecturer warns students that plagiarism is strictly prohibited and that she has tools to detect copied content. Students must ensure their work is original or properly cited to avoid penalties.

What is the lecturer’s approach to grading and feedback on late work?

The lecturer expresses understanding and flexibility regarding late submissions, providing an opportunity for students to submit late work. She will grade it appropriately, offering feedback but not penalizing heavily for being late.

What is the significance of scholarly citations in the course and beyond?

The lecturer highlights the importance of learning to properly cite scholarly sources, as this skill is essential for future academic work, including presentations and papers at other institutions.