This document provides instructions for a theory critique assignment on theorist Ida Jean (Orlando) Pelletier. Students must write a 3-4 page formal paper critically assessing Pelletier's theory by defining it, providing a historical overview and context of her work, and discussing assumptions and limitations. They must also give a 15 slide presentation via Zoom on their assigned theorist following a provided rubric. Both the paper and presentation require following APA 6th edition style and will be graded using the rubrics.

1. Theorist assigned: Ida Jean (Orlando) Pelletier
Theory Critique Formal Paper:
This is a formal paper of the assigned theorist. The student will
critically assess the assigned theorist by defining the theory,
and giving a historical overview of the theorist noting the
assumptions and limitations of the theory, the social climate and
conditions that influenced the theory development as well as
other theorists and or disciplines. The presentation should be no
more than 3-4 pages of the body, to include a title page, abstract
and reference pages in APA 6thedition. This assignment is
graded on content and quality of thought. (Rubric provided to
follow and answer questions)
Theory Critique Presentation via Zoom:
This is the presentation portion of your theorist. This is the
opportunity to share your assigned theorist with your
colleagues. Please follow the presentation rubric which will be
used for all presentation assignments. It should be no more than
15 slides in APA 6thedition including title and reference pages.
All components must be utilized for maximum credit. (Same
Rubric provided)