The document outlines the assignment requirements for critiquing a qualitative research study, emphasizing the importance of selecting an appropriate peer-reviewed study from the Ashford University library. It details expectations for summarizing the study's main points, evaluating the researcher's worldview, addressing potential biases, and applying ethical principles. The assignment must adhere to APA formatting and include specific components such as a title page and proper documentation of sources.

1. Research and Critique a Qualitative Study
Prior to beginning work on this assignment, be sure to have read
all the required resources for the week.
Locate a peer-reviewed qualitative research study in the
Ashford University Library on the topic you chose in Week One
for your Final Research Proposal. You may choose to use a
qualitative study that was included in the literature review you
used in the Week One assignment by searching the reference list
for qualitative research studies on the topic. It is also
acceptable to utilize a qualitative research study on your topic
that was not included in your literature review.
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 as outlined in the
Ashford Writing Center (Links to an external site.)Links to an
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2. Must include a separate title page with the following:
Title of paper
Student’s name
Course name and number
Instructor’s name
Date submitted
Must use at least one peer-reviewed source from the Ashford
University Library in addition to those required for this week.
Must document all sources in APA style as outlined in the
Ashford Writing Center.