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.
What is the title APA citation for the article you are critiquing?
Problem Statement (rationale why study needs to be conducted, background, and importance):
Why does the study require a qualitative methodology?
Method (phenomenology, grounded theory, ethnography):
Philosophical/theoretical underpinning of the qualitative method described:
Sample and Setting:
Inclusion Criteria:
Exclusion Criteria:
Sample size:
Setting described:
Data collection strategy (interview, observation, focus group):
What was done to enhance the study’s credibility, trustworthiness, and auditability?
Is protection of human subjects addressed?
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?
Level of evidence (placement on evidence hierarchy used in class):
Submit your Microsoft Word document with each numbered section clearly listed and answered.
Each response should be clear, concise, and use correct grammar. All sections MUST contain notes in your document.