Science Question

Critical Evaluation of a Research PaperThe purpose of this assignment is to demonstrate your ability to evaluate one
quantitative or qualitative nursing research article of interest from any refereed nursing
journal. Writing a critical review of a journal article can help to improve your writing and
analytical skills. By assessing the work of others, you develop skills as a critical reader
and become familiar with the types of evaluation criteria necessary to translate the
evidence to practice.
Instructions:
1. Choose one primary research (1) article used in the literature review—less than
five years or if you prefer in the EBP project. It is preferable to use a
randomized controlled trial or the highest level of evidence. Attach a copy of
the article.
2. Write a 1-2 page critique on the article (excluding cover and reference page).
3. Format references and citations using 7th ed. APA guidelines.
4. Read the Johns Hopkins nursing evidence-based practice: model and
guidelines and use Appendix E critically Download Appendix E
criticallyappraise from the article.
5. Begin your critique by identifying the:
o article’s title
o author(s)
o date of publication
o name of the journal or other publication in which it appeared.
o and when was the article published
6. In your introduction, you should briefly describe the purpose and nature of the
study and, if applicable, its theoretical framework. If the paper was not
published in a peer-reviewed journal, consider the credibility of the
publication in which it appeared.
7. If you are reviewing a research study, organize the body of your critique
according to the paper’s structure.
8. Did the researcher identify the gaps in the knowledge?
9. Did the researcher identify the purpose of the study?
10. Write a brief description and analysis of the strengths and weaknesses of the
research design and methodology. For example:
o How does the method reflect other studies of the same topic?
(sample, data collection, setting).
o What makes this method feasible? (quantitative, qualitative, mixed
methods).
o How realistic is it? How does the method address questions of
validity? (independent, dependent variables).
o How does the researcher overcome the limitations of the method?
o Are there large limitations or minor ones?
How will these limitations affect your ability to use this data to
answer your research question?
11. Describe the results by answering:
o How were the results interpreted?
o How were they related to the original problem (author’s view of
evidence rather than objective findings)?
o Look at DISCUSSION are the author(s) able to answer the question
(test the hypothesis) raised?
o Did the research provide new factual information, a new
understanding of a phenomenon in the field, a new research
technique?
o How was the significance of the work described?
o Did the reported observations/interpretations support or refute
observations or interpretations made by other researchers?
o Did the researcher report limitations.
12. Describe the significance of the research by answering:
o Did the research make a significant contribution to human
knowledge?
o Did the research produce any practical applications?
o What are the nursing implications of this research?
o How do you evaluate the significance of the research?
13. Papers will be graded by rubric. Please take time to review the rubric so that
you are aware of the expectations for the research critique paper.
o
To submit the Formal Paper – Critical Evaluation, click on “Start Assignment” above
(located – top-right side of screen).
Need help with Canvas? Review the Assignment SubmissionLinks to an external site. video.
Rubric
Formal Paper – Critical Evaluation
Formal Paper – Critical Evaluation
Criteria
This criterion is linked to
a Learning
OutcomeQuality and
Copy of the article
Ratings
10 pts
Outstanding
The journal’s primary research article is current,
peer-reviewed, contains the author’s name(s),
year of publication, and corresponds to the list of
references.
5 pts
Acceptable
The journal’s research article is
current, but there is no
information about the article’s
worthyness.
2.5 pts
Unacc
It is an
primar
review
Formal Paper – Critical Evaluation
Criteria
This criterion is linked to
a Learning
OutcomeStudy Summary
Included purpose, nature
of the study, and
theoretical framework if
any.
This criterion is linked to
a Learning
OutcomeIdentify the
Gap of Knowledge
This criterion is linked to
a Learning
OutcomeStudy methods
Ratings
10 pts
Outstanding
The summary clearly outlines
the main research question,
methods, results, and
implications in the student’s
own words.
5 pts
Acceptable
Most of the article is summarized,
but the student may not clearly cover
all aspects (i.e., the main research
question, methods, results, and
implications).
10 pts
Outstanding
Identifies the rationale for the study’s
aim/ purpose by clearly identifying a
gap in the literature.
2.5 pts
Unacceptable
The student does not c
the main points of the a
main research question
and implications) and/o
inaccurate information
5 pts
Acceptable
A rationale is identified. However,
does not give the rationale for the
gap in the literature.
10 pts
Outstanding
The study design is described in detail. If quantitative
data were collected, psychometric properties of
instruments are provided (e.g. validity and reliability)
are provided. The sampling strategy(inclusion/
exclusion criteria), study setting, and data collection
procedures are described in detail. The approach used
for data analyses is described.
5 pts
Acceptable
Study methods are
generally described but
information regarding
nuances of how the
study was conducted is
more limited.
2.5 pts
Unacceptable
A clear rationale
purpose (the gap
literature)isn’t id
2.5 pts
Unacceptabl
Critical detail
understand ho
conducted are
such as study
procedures, m
instruments, a
are missing.
Formal Paper – Critical Evaluation
Criteria
This criterion is linked to
a Learning
OutcomeResults/findings
This criterion is linked to
a Learning
OutcomeDiscussion
This criterion is linked to
a Learning
OutcomeConclusion and
Recomendations
Ratings
10 pts
Outstanding
Results/products/outcomes are described
in detail and alignwith description
ofstudy methods. Analyses ofdata are
sophisticated and precise
10 pts
Outstanding
Applies relevant thinking skills and shows
that understand the meaning of the results of
the study Identifies and clearly discusses
multiple implications and consequences of
the findings and compares the findings to
other evidence.
5 pts
Acceptable
Resultsare adequatelydescribed
and aligned with description
ofstudy methods.Analyses of
data are completed correctly.
2.5 pts
Unacceptable
Resultsare poorly
not align with des
methods. The Res
includes “conclus
simply presenting
analyses.
5 pts
Acceptable
Applies relevant thinking skills (e.g.
comparing, classifying). However,
shows superficially understanding of
the implications of the results. Does
not compare with other research
results.
10 pts
Outstanding
Stated recommendations are based on a thorough
examination of evidence, a clear explanation of
reasonable alternatives, and an evaluation of
possible consequences. Conclusions and
recommendations are congruent with the strength
of evidence reviewed, and an appropriate
interpretation of both clinical and statistical
significance of the findings.
5 pts
Acceptable
Conclusions and
recommendations are stated and
discussed. Implications and
consequences of the conclusion
are reflected in context, relative
to assumptions, and supporting
evidence.
2.5 pts
Unacce
Applies
skills H
compar
implica
2.5 pts
Unacce
Conclus
recomm
provided
discussi
or conse
Formal Paper – Critical Evaluation
Criteria
This criterion is linked to
a Learning
OutcomeLimitations and
implications
This criterion is linked to
a Learning
OutcomeOverall analysis
of the study
This criterion is linked to
a Learning
OutcomeAPA 7th ed.
Total Points: 100
PreviousNext
Ratings
10 pts
Outstanding
Limitations of the study are clearly
stated and are linked to
implicationsfor future studies.
5 pts
Acceptable
Limitations of the study are adequately
stated but the implications of the limitation
for future studies/work are not addressed.
10 pts
Outstanding
The student provides an insightful
analysis of the article, answering all or
nearly all of the questions assigned. The
student articulates novel ideas that
clearly go beyond what is in the article
itself. The analysis is clear and rational.
10 pts
Outstanding
All needed citations were
included in the report. References
matched the citations, and all
were encoded in APA format.
2.5 pts
Unaccepta
Limitation
missing or
cursory fas
5 pts
Acceptable
The student provides an
analysis of the article by
answering most of the questions
assigned. The ideas presented
are mostly novel, going beyond
what is in the article itself.
2.5 pts
Unacceptable
The student does n
beyond a summar
provide an analysi
are contributed be
article itself, or th
confusing.
5 pts
Acceptable
Citations within the body of the report
and a corresponding reference list were
presented. Some formatting problems
exist, or components were missing
2.5 pts
Unacceptable
Citations for stat
the report were n
references that w
not found in the