Introduction to R-650
Introduction to R
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Assessment Description
Review the “Introduction to R Programming With DataCamp,” video and the other topic Resources. Answer the following R programming question related to the video and topic Resources (750 words minimum):
- Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of R programming language in the health care industry.
- Discuss applications of R for data analysis and visualization.
- Discuss three R statements used for decision making. Include three corresponding example statements.
- Describe two data visualization options in R programming language. Provide an example of a health care data application for each of the visualization options selected (e.g., histogram). Make sure to provide both the example and graph for each of your selected visualization examples.
- What is the purpose of the Microsoft Visual Studio? List the commands used to create a new R project in Visual Studio. What is your impression of the ease of use for this tool?
Learners may gain additional practice in R by viewing the Microsoft Visual Studio website. There you will be able to practice using the Microsoft Visual Studio by using the interactive tool that allows you to create a new R project.
APA style is not required, but solid academic writing is expected.
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This assignment aligns to the following AMIA 2017 Core Competencies for Health Informatics Curricula at the master’s degree level:
F2: Information Science and Technology: Shows How
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collapse Advantages and Disadvantages of R Programming Language in the Health Care Industry assessment
Advantages and Disadvantages of R Programming Language in the Health Care Industry
14 points
Criteria Description
Advantages and Disadvantages of R Programming Language in the Health Care Industry
5. Target
14 points
The discussion of the advantages and disadvantages of R programming language in the health care industry is thorough.
4. Acceptable
12.18 points
The discussion of the advantages and disadvantages of R programming language in the health care industry is detailed.
3. Approaching
11.06 points
The discussion of the advantages and disadvantages of R programming language in the health care industry is present.
2. Insufficient
10.36 points
The discussion of the advantages and disadvantages of R programming language in the health care industry is present but lacks detail or is incomplete.
1. Unsatisfactory
0 points
The discussion of the advantages and disadvantages of R programming language in the health care industry is not present.
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Applications of R for Data Analysis and Visualization
14 points
Criteria Description
Applications of R for Data Analysis and Visualization
5. Target
14 points
The discussion of the applications of R for data analysis and visualization is thorough.
4. Acceptable
12.18 points
The discussion of the applications of R for data analysis and visualization is detailed.
3. Approaching
11.06 points
The discussion of the applications of R for data analysis and visualization is present.
2. Insufficient
10.36 points
The discussion of the applications of R for data analysis and visualization is present but lacks detail or is incomplete.
1. Unsatisfactory
0 points
The discussion of the applications of R for data analysis and visualization is not present.
collapse R Statements Used for Decision Making and Corresponding Example Statements assessment
R Statements Used for Decision Making and Corresponding Example Statements
14 points
Criteria Description
R Statements Used for Decision Making and Corresponding Example Statements
5. Target
14 points
The discussion of the three R statements used for decision making, including three corresponding example statements, is thorough.
4. Acceptable
12.18 points
The discussion of the three R statements used for decision making, including three corresponding example statements, is detailed.
3. Approaching
11.06 points
The discussion of the three R statements used for decision making, including three corresponding example statements, is present.
2. Insufficient
10.36 points
The discussion of the three R statements used for decision making, including three corresponding example statements, is present but lacks detail or is incomplete.
1. Unsatisfactory
0 points
The discussion of the three R statements used for decision making, including three corresponding example statements, is not present.
collapse Data Visualization Options in R Programming Language and Examples of Health Care Data Applications assessment
Data Visualization Options in R Programming Language and Examples of Health Care Data Applications
14 points
Criteria Description
Data Visualization Options in R Programming Language and Examples of Health Care Data Applications
5. Target
14 points
The discussion of two data visualization options in R programming language is thorough. An example of a health care data application for each of the visualization options selected (for example, histogram), including a graph for each of the selected visualization examples, is thorough.
4. Acceptable
12.18 points
The discussion of two data visualization options in R programming language is detailed. An example of a health care data application for each of the visualization options selected (for example, histogram), including a graph for each of the selected visualization examples, is detailed.
3. Approaching
11.06 points
The discussion of two data visualization options in R programming language is present. An example of a health care data application for each of the visualization options selected (for example, histogram), including a graph for each of the selected visualization examples, is present.
2. Insufficient
10.36 points
The discussion of two data visualization options in R programming language is present but lacks detail or is incomplete. An example of a health care data application for each of the visualization options selected (for example, histogram), including a graph for each of the selected visualization examples, is present but lacks detail or is incomplete.
1. Unsatisfactory
0 points
The discussion of two data visualization options in R programming language is not present. An example of a health care data application for each of the visualization options selected (for example, histogram), including a graph for each of the selected visualization examples, is not present.
collapse Purpose of Microsoft Visual Studio, the Commands Used to Create a New R Project in Visual Studio, an assessment
Purpose of Microsoft Visual Studio, the Commands Used to Create a New R Project in Visual Studio, an
14 points
Criteria Description
Purpose of Microsoft Visual Studio, the Commands Used to Create a New R Project in Visual Studio, and the Impression of Ease of Use
5. Target
14 points
The discussion of the purpose of Microsoft Visual Studio, the commands used to create a new R project in Visual Studio, and the impression of the ease of use for this tool is thorough.
4. Acceptable
12.18 points
The discussion of the purpose of Microsoft Visual Studio, the commands used to create a new R project in Visual Studio, and the impression of the ease of use for this tool is detailed.
3. Approaching
11.06 points
The discussion of the purpose of Microsoft Visual Studio, the commands used to create a new R project in Visual Studio, and the impression of the ease of use for this tool is present.
2. Insufficient
10.36 points
The discussion of the purpose of Microsoft Visual Studio, the commands used to create a new R project in Visual Studio, and the impression of the ease of use for this tool is present but lacks detail or is incomplete.
1. Unsatisfactory
0 points
The discussion of the purpose of Microsoft Visual Studio, the commands used to create a new R project in Visual Studio, and the impression of the ease of use for this tool is not present.
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Thesis, Position, or Purpose
7 points
Criteria Description
Communicates reason for writing and demonstrates awareness of audience.
5. Target
7 points
The thesis, position, or purpose is persuasively developed throughout and skillfully directed to a specific audience.
4. Acceptable
6.09 points
The thesis, position, or purpose is clearly communicated throughout and clearly directed to a specific audience.
3. Approaching
5.53 points
The thesis, position, or purpose is adequately developed. An awareness of the appropriate audience is demonstrated.
2. Insufficient
5.18 points
The thesis, position, or purpose is discernable in most aspects but is occasionally weak or unclear. There is limited awareness of the appropriate audience.
1. Unsatisfactory
0 points
The thesis, position, or purpose is not discernible. No awareness of the appropriate audience is evident.
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Development, Structure, and Conclusion
8 points
Criteria Description
Advances position or purpose throughout writing; conclusion aligns to and evolves from development.
5. Target
8 points
The thesis, position, or purpose is coherently and cohesively advanced throughout. The progression of ideas is coherent and unified. A convincing and unambiguous conclusion aligns to the development of the purpose.
4. Acceptable
6.96 points
The thesis, position, or purpose is logically advanced throughout. The progression of ideas is coherent and unified. A clear and plausible conclusion aligns to the development of the purpose.
3. Approaching
6.32 points
The thesis, position, or purpose is advanced in most aspects. Ideas clearly build on each other. Conclusion aligns to the development of the purpose.
2. Insufficient
5.92 points
Limited advancement of thesis, position, or purpose is discernable. There are inconsistencies in organization or the relationship of ideas. Conclusion is simplistic and not fully aligned to the development of the purpose.
1. Unsatisfactory
0 points
No advancement of the thesis, position, or purpose is evident. Connections between paragraphs are missing or inappropriate. No conclusion is offered.
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Evidence
5 points
Criteria Description
Selects and integrates evidence to support and advance position/purpose; considers other perspectives.
5. Target
5 points
Comprehensive and compelling evidence is included. Multiple other perspectives are integrated effectively.
4. Acceptable
4.35 points
Specific and appropriate evidence is included. Other perspectives are integrated.
3. Approaching
3.95 points
Relevant evidence that includes other perspectives is used.
2. Insufficient
3.7 points
Evidence is used but is insufficient or of limited relevance. Simplistic explanation or integration of other perspectives is present.
1. Unsatisfactory
0 points
Evidence to support the thesis, position, or purpose is absent. The writing relies entirely on the perspective of the writer.
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Mechanics of Writing
5 points
Criteria Description
Includes spelling, capitalization, punctuation, grammar, language use, sentence structure, etc.
5. Target
5 points
No mechanical errors are present. Skilled control of language choice and sentence structure are used throughout.
4. Acceptable
4.35 points
Few mechanical errors are present. Suitable language choice and sentence structure are used.
3. Approaching
3.95 points
Occasional mechanical errors are present. Language choice is generally appropriate. Varied sentence structure is attempted.
2. Insufficient
3.7 points
Frequent and repetitive mechanical errors are present. Inconsistencies in language choice or sentence structure are recurrent.
1. Unsatisfactory
0 points
Errors in grammar or syntax are pervasive and impede meaning. Incorrect language choice or sentence structure errors are found throughout.
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Format/Documentation
5 points
Criteria Description
Uses appropriate style, such as APA, MLA, etc., for college, subject, and level; documents sources using citations, footnotes, references, bibliography, etc., appropriate to assignment and discipline.
5. Target
5 points
No errors in formatting or documentation are present. Selectivity in the use of direct quotations and synthesis of sources is demonstrated.
4. Acceptable
4.35 points
Appropriate format and documentation are used with only minor errors.
3. Approaching
3.95 points
Appropriate format and documentation are used, although there are some obvious errors.
2. Insufficient
3.7 points
Appropriate format is attempted, but some elements are missing. Frequent errors in documentation of sources are evident.
1. Unsatisfactory
0 points
Appropriate format is not used. No documentation of sources is provided.
