Research and Critique a Qualitative Study
Locate a peer-reviewed qualitative research study on the topic of marriage and family therapy.
Once you have located an appropriate qualitative study, identify the specific qualitative research design used. Summarize the main points of the study including information on the research question, sampling strategy, research design, data analysis method(s), findings, and conclusion(s).
Evaluate the published qualitative research study focusing on and identifying the researcher’s paradigm or worldview and any evidence of reflexivity described in the report.
Explain whether or not potential biases were adequately addressed by the researchers. Describe how the researchers applied ethical principles in the research study.
The Research and Critique a Qualitative Study:
• Must be three to four double-spaced pages in length (not including title and references pages) and formatted according to APA style.
• Must include a separate title page with the following:
o Title of paper
o Student’s name
o Course name and number
o Instructor’s name
o Date submitted
• Must use at least one peer-reviewed source.
• Must document all sources in APA style.
• Must include a separate references page that is formatted according to APA style.
