Dissecting Research Articles Quantitative Psychology
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Dissecting Research Articles – Quantitative – Psychology
Track 1: Dissecting Quantitative Articles
Dissecting Research Articles – Quantitative – Psychology
In the Dissecting a Quantitative Article courseroom activity, you read a research article referred to as Sample Article 1. Sample Article 1 is an example of a quantitative research study. After reading the article, please answer the questions posed in each section of this form. If you do not know the answer, circle Neutral.
Note: You may refer to the Dissecting Research Articles handout as you complete this activity.
Section 1: Abstract, Introduction, Hypothesis, Research Question, and the Literature Review
If you wish to review the handout’s section on the Abstract, Introduction, Hypothesis, Research Question, and Literature review, please do so now.
Directions : After reading Sample Article 1, please answer the following questions.
Schoebi, D., Karney, B. R., & Bradbury, T. N. (2012). Stability and change in the first 10 years of marriage: Does commitment confer benefits beyond the effects of satisfaction? Journal of Personality and Social Psychology, 102(4), 729–742.
- “An abstract is a brief, comprehensive summary of the contents of the article; it allows the readers to survey the contents of an article quickly and, like a title, it enables the persons interested in the document to retrieve it from abstracting and indexing databases” (APA, 2010, p. 25). The abstract clearly and accurately summarizes the content of the study.
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- The introduction describes the research topic and depicts the problem statement. The introduction should inform the reader regarding the potential of the research to provide important and relevant answers. The introduction explains why this problem is important and why this topic is worth researching.
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- Leed and Ormrod (2005) state that the research problem is the heart of the research process. “To see the problem with unwavering clarity and to state it in precise and unmistakable terms is the first requirement in the research process” (p. 43). The research problem clarifies the goals and the direction of the research. The problem statement is clearly articulated, specific, and comprehensive.
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- The key terms should be defined so that the reader understands exactly what the writer is saying. The research questions are clearly stated and the key terms are defined.
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- The literature review outlines the theory and past findings that are relevant to the research goals. The literature review should document the importance of the research problem. The literature review supports the necessity to study the specific research topic.
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- The introduction, statement of the problem, and the literature review are appropriate and consistent with the research question.
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Section 2: Methodology – Research Design, Methods and Procedures, and Sampling
- If you wish to review the handout’s section on methodology, research design, methods and procedures, and sampling, please do so now. The research design is stated and there is a detailed description of how the study will be conducted.
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- The methods and procedures regarding how data with be collected are clearly described.
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- The research design is suitable to answer the research questions.
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- The instruments used to measure the outcomes are described; the reasons for why they were chosen are discussed; and the validity and reliability of the instruments are established.
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To evaluate the research evidence, it is important to know who the participants are and how they were chosen. The sampling strategy refers to the process of obtaining the research participants to be included in the study. The sampling section should clearly indicate the specific procedures used to recruit the participants. It should also indicate the sample size and the eligibility criteria.
- The participants were properly selected.
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- The sampling strategy was clearly explained.
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Section 3: Variables
You can review the section on variables in the handout if you wish.
Directions: From your review of Sample Article 1, answer the questions below.
- In reviewing Sample Article 1, identify the variables in the study. Which is (are) the independent variable(s)? Which is (are) the dependent variable(s)?
- Independent variables(s)
- Dependent variable(s)
- An extraneous variable can create problems for the researcher. Extraneous variables are undesired variables that can influence the dependent variable and change or invalidate the results of an experiment. Can you identify any extraneous variables in Sample Article 1?
Section 4: Analysis, Findings, Discussion, and Ethics
If you wish to review the handout’s section on Analysis, Findings, Discussion, and Ethics, please do so now.
Directions: Having read the results presented in Sample Article 1, answer the following questions:
- The results are presented in enough detail to allow the reader to evaluate the results.
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- The conclusions and generalizations are valid and justified by the data analysis.
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- The researcher has considered other possible interpretations of the results.
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- The discussion is reasonable in view of the data collected and analyzed.
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- The research questions were answered.
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- There is no evidence of ethical violations in this research.
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After presenting the results, the researcher interprets the implications of the research findings. This includes recommendations for further research and suggestions for relevant application of the research findings. Please answer these questions about that section of the Sample Article.
- The researcher clearly states the implications and applications of the research.
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- This research has contributed relevant information to the field of study in your school.
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- The researcher offers a reflection on the limitations of the study including the research design.
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Please keep this list of questions and train yourself to use them to dissect all the articles in your literature review on the research topic. After using it frequently, you will not need the list, because the questions will come more naturally. Using the questions to train yourself will also allow you to keep deepening your knowledge of the elements of a well constructed research article.
References
Craig, E. (1978). The heart of the teacher. Ann Arbor, Michigan: University Microfilms International.
Creswell, J. (2003). Research design: Qualitative, quantitative, and mixed methods approaches. Thousand Oaks, CA: Sage Publications, Inc.
Leedy, P. D., & Ormrod, J. E. (2005). Practical research: Planning and design (8th ed.). Upper Saddle River, NJ: Prentice-Hall. ISBN 0131108956.
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RUBRIC
Excellent Quality
95-100%
Introduction 45-41 points
The background and significance of the problem and a clear statement of the research purpose is provided. The search history is mentioned.
Literature Support
91-84 points
The background and significance of the problem and a clear statement of the research purpose is provided. The search history is mentioned.
Methodology
58-53 points
Content is well-organized with headings for each slide and bulleted lists to group related material as needed. Use of font, color, graphics, effects, etc. to enhance readability and presentation content is excellent. Length requirements of 10 slides/pages or less is met.
Average Score
50-85%
40-38 points
More depth/detail for the background and significance is needed, or the research detail is not clear. No search history information is provided.
83-76 points
Review of relevant theoretical literature is evident, but there is little integration of studies into concepts related to problem. Review is partially focused and organized. Supporting and opposing research are included. Summary of information presented is included. Conclusion may not contain a biblical integration.
52-49 points
Content is somewhat organized, but no structure is apparent. The use of font, color, graphics, effects, etc. is occasionally detracting to the presentation content. Length requirements may not be met.
Poor Quality
0-45%
37-1 points
The background and/or significance are missing. No search history information is provided.
75-1 points
Review of relevant theoretical literature is evident, but there is no integration of studies into concepts related to problem. Review is partially focused and organized. Supporting and opposing research are not included in the summary of information presented. Conclusion does not contain a biblical integration.
48-1 points
There is no clear or logical organizational structure. No logical sequence is apparent. The use of font, color, graphics, effects etc. is often detracting to the presentation content. Length requirements may not be met
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