1) Select one article that utilizes a quantitative research
design and 2) select a second article that utilizes either a
qualitative OR a mixed methods design. These need to be single
studies not systematic or integrative reviews (including
meta-analysis and metasynthesis).
•Use the templetes which will guide your critique of each
article: ◦Critique Template for a Qualitative Study
◦Critique Template for a Quantitative Study
•Consider the fields in the templates as you review the
information in each article.
•Begin to draft a paper in which you analyze the two research
approaches as indicated below.
•Reflect on the overall value of both quantitative and
qualitative research. If someone were to say to you, “Qualitative
research is not real science,” how would you respond?
To complete this Assignment:
•Complete the two critiques using the appropriate templates.
•Write a 3-page paper that addresses the following: ◦Contrast
the types of information that you gained from examining the two
different research approaches in the articles that you selected.
◦Describe the general advantages and disadvantages of the two
research approaches featured in the articles. Use examples from the
articles for support.
◦Formulate a response to the claim that qualitative research
is not real science. Highlight the general insights that both
quantitative and qualitative studies can provide to researchers.
Support your response with references to the Learning Resources and
other credible sources.
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