1. Quantitative Critique Research Paper.
Quantitative Critique Research Paper. A Critique of the Article by Kalischuk et al. (2013)
about the Results of an Empirical Study on the Views of Nursing Preceptors in CanadaThe
TitleThe title of this empirical study by Kalischuk et al. (2013) indeed represents the study
focus which is the views held by nursing preceptors in Canada. This is because the data
collection was by use of a questionnaire as the instrument. The study sample was 331
preceptors who are the ones that responded to the questions in the questionnaire
(Kalischuk et al., 2013).Quantitative Critique Research Paper.ORDER A PLAGIARISM-FREE
PAPER HEREThe AbstractThe abstract of the article summarizes the purpose of the study
which was to assess the views of nursing preceptors in a Canadian undergraduate program
with regard to benefits and other factors. It also gives the methodology and study design
used by the researchers in conducting the research. The results and major findings are also
reported in the abstract. However, the organisation of the abstract is not appealing and
scholarly. Being a summary of the study, the abstract could have been better organised with
sub-titles, viz “Purpose,” “Methodology,” “Results,” “Conclusion,” and so on. The
organisation of the abstract with these sub-titles would have made it easy for the reader to
find the information they want in the abstract quickly. As it is, if one wanted for instance to
find out only the findings of the study in the abstract, they would be forced to read the
whole abstract because of the abscence of sub-titles.Quantitative Critique Research
Paper.The IntroductionStatement of the ProblemThe statement of the problem is provided
in the introduction and appears to be significant and clear. It is in congruence with the
purpose of the study. The background to the problem is also well described under a sub-
title aptly named “Background.” The statement of the problem in the introduction also
contains clear variables, the population of the study, and its setting.Quantitative Critique
Research Paper.The PurposeThe purpose or aim of this study is clearly stated under the
sub-title “Study Aim.” It addresses the population of the study and the setting too. However,
the variables do not clearly come out as this section on purpose/ aim of the study is too
brief and lacking in detail.Literature ReviewThere is no section on literature review in this
study article. What the authors have done is go ahead and review the literature in the
section on background. This is confusing and is actually not the norm. The authors review
several previous studies that appear in the background review of literature. There is good
synthesis of the studies, although critical appraisal is seriously lacking. The authors have
merely reported what the previous literature states. There is also no clear summary of what
is known and what is unknown. Lastly, the references in the review are not current. Most of
2. them are studies that were published in the 1990s, with some from as way back as
1995.Quantitative Critique Research Paper.The Theoretical or Conceptual FrameworkThe
conceptual framework of this study is not explicit. It however seems to be based on
scientific theory given the background of the problem and review of literature. It is based on
facts and observations from surveys by previous researchers. The description and
definition of the relationships among variables and concepts is not thorough, though an
attempt has been made at that. There is no conceptual model presented.The Research
Objectives or HypothesesThe research objectives are not clearly delineated and set aside.
One has to decipher for themselves what these objectives are. It is therefore not possible to
comment on their wording and consistency with the framework, purpose, and
problem.Quantitative Critique Research Paper.The VariablesThese are not clearly defined
and it is difficult to tell which are dependent and which are independent. This can only be
surmised from the statement of the problem. They are however reflective of the concepts
identified in the implicit theoretical framework. The operational definition is in congruence
with the conceptual definition, which is also not explicit but has to be surmised. Although
demographic variables are identified, outside confounding variables are neither identified
nor controlled.The MethodologyResearch Design: The descriptive correlational design
employed is specific to the study. It is logically linked to the sampling method and examines
hypotheses. It does not however sufficiently address threats to design validity or explain the
links between the variables. No intervention potentially detrimental to the subjects was
used. So the study was ethical and no one was harmed.Quantitative Critique Research
Paper.Sample and Setting: The sample size was 331 subjects. This is quite a small sample
size and is not very appropriate to avoid a type II error. Power analysis was not done and
the sampling was a non-probability purposive sample. Inclusion criteria are described and
reflective of the population. Sample attrition was significant as the response rate was not
good. Threats to the setting are not described.Measurements: Selected measurements do
have a name and author. Reliability and validity are questionable though as error not
minimized.Data Collection: The process is clearly described and conducted in a consistent
manner. It was ethical and there were no adverse events.ResultsData Analysis and Findings:
Statistical are appropriate and clearly described (inferential tests and also parametric
analysis). Cases with missing data were deleted. Analysis addressed study purpose and
enough statistical power is demonstrated. Results are understandable and their
interpretation logical and consistent with study theoretical framework. Appropriate
procedures were used to describe the sample and the alpha identified. 61.7% of the
respondents felt that their workload was appropriate. Tables used were
appropriate.Quantitative Critique Research Paper.DiscussionInterpretation: Findings are
summarised in tables. The research questions appear to have been answered and the
limitations of the study have been discussed. The conceptual framework (which was not
explicit) is not clearly tied in. Generalizability has been addressed in the recommendations
section and the conclusions do fit data analysis results. It is not possible to tell whether the
findings are linked to the theoretical framework.Implications: The study implications for
practice and education have been extensively discussed in the recommendations. No
suggestions for future research are apparent.EvaluationThe major strength of the study is
3. its use of strong non-parametric tests in data analysis which improve the reliability of its
results. The limitations include a small sample size and a focus on the experiences of
preceptors only without examining the influence of others around them (extraneous
confounding variables).This study contributes to nursing knowledge in that knowing what
the experiences and expectations of preceptors goes a long way in improving nursing
education and practice.Quantitative Critique Research Paper.Critique of Quantitative
Research1. Use the following guidelines to critique the research article provided. There is a
distinct difference between critiquing and reporting. Make sure you critique and provide
the analysis of “why” in your support. Refer to Chapter 18, pages 436 to 443, for specific
critiquing questions. Guidelines are adapted from: Gray, J.R., Grove, S.K., & Sutherland, S.
(2017). The practice of nursing research: Appraisal, synthesis, and generation of evidence
(8th ed.). St Louis, MO: Elsevier, Inc.2. Prepare your paper using APA format 6th
edition.Quantitative Critique Research Paper.3. No abstract is required.4. Page length
should be no more than 4 pages, excluding title and reference pages.5. This is a formal
paper. Follow closely the Grading Rubric for Written Assignment found in the Course
Resources section of the course.Be sure to include an Introduction and Conclusion to the
assignment.TITLE (3 points)Does the title represent the focus of the study?Abstract (3
points)Does the abstract summarize the purpose of the study and methodology and major
study results and findings?INTRODUCTIONStatement of the Problem (5 points)Is the
problem statement provided? Is it significant? Clear? Congruent with the purpose?
Describes the background? Does is contain variables, the population, and setting?Purpose
(3 points)Clearly stated? Addresses population, setting and variables?Literature Review (5
points)References current? Reviews previous studies and theories? Critically appraises and
synthesizes the studies? Summarizes what is known and not known?Quantitative Critique
Research Paper.Conceptual/Theoretical framework (5 points)Is the framework explicit or
implicit? Based on tentative, substantive, or scientific theory? Identify, describe, define and
describe relationships among variables or concepts? Presents a conceptual model/diagram?
Links variables to concepts on the model/diagram?Research objectives, questions or
hypotheses (5 points)Provides research objectives, questions or hypotheses? Appropriately
worded?Consistent with framework, purpose, and problem?Variables (3 points)Are they
clearly defined? Independent, dependent, or research variables? Reflective of the concepts
identified in the framework? Is the operational definition congruent with the conceptual
definition? Demographic variables identified? Extraneous variables identified and
controlled?METHODOLOGYResearch Design (5 points)Is the design specific to the study?
Examines hypotheses & questions? Logically linked to sampling method? Addresses threats
to design validity? Does the framework explain links between variables? If a treatment or
intervention is present is it clearly described?Protection of human subjects addressed?
Institutional Review Board process and outcome?Quantitative Critique Research
Paper.Sample and Setting (5 points)Sample size? Is it appropriate? Was a power analysis
done for sample size? Is size sufficient to avoid a type II error? What sampling method was
used specific to probability and non -probability? Inclusion & exclusion criteria described?
Reflective of the population? Sample attrition?Threats to the setting as appropriate to the
study described?Measurement (5 points)Selected measurements have name and
4. author?Type and level of measurement appropriate? Reliability and validity? Minimized
error? Explain instruments used and critique using Table 16-1 (p 371) and p. 438 as a
guide.Quantitative Critique Research Paper.Data Collection (3 points)Is the process clearly
described? Is it conducted in a consistent manner? Ethical? Any adverse events and were
they managed well?RESULTSData Analysis and Findings (15points)Are statistical
procedures appropriate for the type of data collected? Clearly described? How was missing
data explained or problems managed? Do analysis techniques address study purpose? Was
there enough power for statistical results? Are results presented in an understandable way?
Interpretation logical and consistent with framework?Quantitative Critique Research
Paper.Were appropriate procedures used to describe the sample? List procedures. Was the
alpha or level of significance identified? Provide specific results. Were tables
appropriate?DISCUSSIONInterpretation (5 points)Findings summarized? Answered
hypotheses or research questions?Limitations discussed? Did the author tie in the
conceptual framework? Was external validity addressed particularly generalizability? Do
conclusions fit the results from data analysis? Were findings linked to the
framework?Implications (5 points)Were implications for nursing practice, education,
research or science addressed? Were suggestions made for future
research?EVALUATIONSummarize strengths and weaknesses of the study (5 points)Explain
how the study contributes to nursing knowledge (5 points)APA, GRAMMAR, SPELLING,
CONSTRUCTIVE WRITING (15 points)Graduate level writing should be concise, clear, and
organized. Content should flow from paragraph to paragraph using proper transitions.
Correct use of grammar, spelling, and punctuation will assist in this process. All graduate
papers must be written using the APA 6thedition.Quantitative Critique Research Paper.
