Analyzing Scholarly Journal Research

Analyzing Scholarly Journal Research

(Analyzing Scholarly Journal Research)

Scholarly journal research is the cornerstone of academic inquiry, providing rigorously peer-reviewed insights into various fields. It typically follows a structured format, including abstract, introduction, methods, results, discussion, and conclusion sections. Through meticulous experimentation, observation, and analysis, researchers contribute new knowledge, theories, or methodologies to their respective disciplines. These publications undergo rigorous scrutiny by experts in the field to ensure accuracy, validity, and reliability. Scholarly journal articles often serve as primary sources for further research, forming the basis for debates, advancements, and policy decisions. They play a vital role in disseminating information, fostering intellectual discourse, and driving innovation across academic, scientific, and professional communities. Access to these articles is facilitated by academic libraries, online databases, and institutional subscriptions, ensuring widespread dissemination and fostering a global exchange of ideas and discoveries.

Details:

View the library tutorial on using the GCU databases and the empirical journal checklist. Find a scholarly peer reviewed journal from the library. Select a research study (complete with Method, Results, and Discussion sections).

In 750-1,000 words, analyze the article.

  1. List the research question(s)/hypothesis being considered in the article.
  2. Summarize the study being conducted, including the purpose of the study.
  3. Describe the method and design used to test the research question(s)/hypothesis, including:
    • Discuss if you believe the method and design was the correct method and design for the study. If not what would your suggestion for method and design be.
    • Describe the variables, how they were defined and operationalized.
  4. Discuss if the study is ethically sound. Why or why not. What elements are present, or lacking, to show it is ethically sound.

Include at least two to four scholarly sources.

Prepare this assignment according to the guidelines found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center. An abstract is not required.

This assignment uses a rubric.  Please review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar with the expectations for successful completion.

You are required to submit this assignment to Turnitin. Please refer to the directions in the Student Success Center.

This benchmark assignment assesses the following programmatic competencies: 3.2: Critically evaluate psychological research; 3.4: Apply ethical standards to evaluate psychological science and practice; and 4.1 Effective writing for scientific purposes.

 
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