Qualitative Research Critique

Instructions

Locate a Qualitative research article to critique. It is recommended that you utilize the LIRN Library for this activity. You can access the LIRN Library in the Canvas navigation bar. 

Create a Microsoft Word document and paste in the following sections. Then critique the qualitative research article by providing content in the sections.

1. What makes this a Qualitative Research article?
2. What is the title APA citation for the article you are critiquing?
3. Problem Statement (rationale why study needs to be conducted, background, and importance):
4. Why does the study require a qualitative methodology?
5. Method (phenomenology, grounded theory, ethnography):
6. Sample selection:
   • Inclusion Criteria:
   • Exclusion Criteria:
   • Sample size:
7. Setting described:
8. Data collection strategy (interview, observation, focus group):
9. What was done to enhance the study’s credibility, trustworthiness, and auditability?
10. Is protection of human subjects addressed?
11. Conclusions/Implications:
    • Is the significance of the research described in the context of what is already known?
    • Do the conclusions/implications reflect the reported findings?
    • Are study limitations addressed?
    • Are recommendations for practice/research provided?
12. Level of evidence (placement on evidence hierarchy used in class):

Submit a copy of the full text article used with your paper. 

Due

• Date: See due date listed at the top of the assignment page.
• Time: By 11:59 p.m. of the assignment due date.

Submission and Assessment Guidelines

• Submit your Microsoft Word document with each numbered section clearly listed and answered.
• Submit a copy of the full text article used.
• Each response should be clear, concise, and use correct grammar. All sections MUST contain notes in your document.
• Review the Writing Assignment Rubric for grading criteria.
• This activity is worth 100 points

Rubric

NUR 337 – Writing Assignment Rubric

NUR 337 – Writing Assignment Rubric

CriteriaRatingsPts

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomePurpose

30 ptsOutstandingPurpose is clear.

27 ptsGoodShows awareness of purpose.

24 ptsProficientShows some awareness of purpose.

21 ptsNeeds ImprovementShows limited awareness of purpose.

0 ptsUnacceptableNo awareness shown.

30 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeContent

30 ptsOutstandingExceptionally well-presented and argued; ideas are detailed, well-developed, and supported with specific evidence and facts, as well as examples and specific details.

27 ptsGoodWell-presented and argued; ideas are detailed, developed, and supported, with evidence and details that are mostly specific.

24 ptsProficientContent is sound and solid; ideas are present but not particularly developed or supported; some evidence included but usually of a generalized nature.

21 ptsNeeds ImprovementContent is slightly reasonable. Idea presence is limited and/or not supported.

0 ptsUnacceptableContent is not sound.

30 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeOrganization

30 ptsOutstandingWell-planned and well-thought out. Includes title, introduction, statement of main idea, transitions, and conclusion. All paragraphs have clear ideas, are supported with examples, and have smooth transitions.

27 ptsGoodGood overall organization, includes the main organizational tools. Most paragraphs have clear ideas, are supported with some examples, and have transitions.

24 ptsProficientThere is a sense of organization, although some of the organizational tools used are weak. Some paragraphs have clear ideas. Support from examples may be missing, and transitions are weak.

21 ptsNeeds ImprovementOrganizational tools appear to be missing or are very weak. Paragraphs have clear ideas but no supporting content or examples.

0 ptsUnacceptableNo sense of organization and lacks clear ideas.

30 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeMechanics

10 ptsOutstandingSentence structure and grammar are excellent. Punctuation and spelling are correct. No mistakes in citation style. Conforms in every way to format requirements.

9 ptsGoodSentence structure and grammar are strong despite occasional lapses. Punctuation and spelling are mostly correct, with some mistakes in citation style. Generally conforms to format requirements.

8 ptsProficientSignificant problems in sentence structure and grammar. Some errors in punctuation, spelling, and citation style. Conforms to some format requirements.

7 ptsNeeds ImprovementMajor problems in sentence structure and grammar. Frequent errors in punctuation, spelling, and citation style, with a lack of citations. Does not conform to format requirements.

0 ptsUnacceptableMajor problems in sentence structure and grammar. Numerous errors in punctuation and spelling. Lack of citations when they should have been included. Appears to have limited formatting.

10 pts

Total Points: 100

 

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