As you have explored this week, there are various methods a researcher may use to engage in quantitative research design. While the methods presented this week are not exhaustive, they do introduce numerous features that you will likely encounter when reviewing, accessing, and researching the nursing practice literature. Whether you are creating new research or searching the literature to add support for a research question you are interested in, understanding the quantitative research designs that may be used for nursing practice will likely inform how you will conduct research for your health care setting. As you continue to build upon your research skills as a nursing researcher and professional, understanding how to engage in quantitative research design is a valuable asset.
For this Assignment, view this week’s Quantitative Research Designs PowerPoint webinar and pay close attention to its content on the basic elements of research methods (e.g., sample, data collection, measurement, analysis). Then, be sure to review the research study by Latour, O’Byrne, McCarthy, Chacko, Russell, & Price (2020), included in this week’s resources.
Note: While not a required resource, you might find the definitions in the Encyclopedia of Nursing Research helpful for this assignment.
This assignment involves identifying and describing the strengths and weaknesses of the research method used in the Latour, O’Byrne, McCarthy, Chacko, Russell, & Price (2020) research article in this week’s resources.
- Focus on the research design, sample data collection methods, tools used for data collection, and the plan for data analysis as discussed in the Latour, O’Byrne, McCarthy, Chacko, Russell, & Price (2020) article.
- Identify at least two strengths and two weaknesses of the study based on reliability and validity by including additional support with citations from resources not assigned this week.
- Use the copy of the Journal Club Template for Quantitative Research located in this week’s resources. The template includes an area for each element discussed in the study. Note: Assignments will not be accepted unless the required template is used.
- Be brief, paraphrase and summarize each of the elements clearly on the form.
- Provide the full citation of the article used for this Assignment on the template.
Resources
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By Day 7
Once this is complete, save your file and submit the Journal Club Template for Quantitative Research to the submission link. Note that the template provided must be used.
submission information
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Rubric
NURS_3150_Week_3_Assignment_Rubric
| Criteria | Ratings | Pts | |
|---|---|---|---|
| This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeResearch Design | 15 to >13.0 ptsExcellentStudent provided a fully developed explanation of the research design with insightful analysis of concepts and related issues.13 to >11.0 ptsProficientStudent provided a developed discussion of the research design with reasonable analysis of concepts and related issues.11 to >10.0 ptsBasicStudent provided a minimally developed discussion of the research design with limited analysis of concepts and related issues.10 to >0 ptsNeeds ImprovementStudent provided an under-developed discussion of the research design with little or no analysis of concepts and related issues. | 15 pts | |
| This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeSample Selection | 15 to >13.0 ptsExcellentStudent provided a fully developed explanation of the sample selection with insightful analysis of concepts and related issues.13 to >11.0 ptsProficientStudent provided a developed explanation of the sample selection with insightful analysis of concepts and related issues.11 to >10.0 ptsBasicStudent provided a minimally developed explanation of the sample selection with insightful analysis of concepts and related issues.10 to >0 ptsNeeds ImprovementStudent provided an under-developed explanation of the sample selection with insightful analysis of concepts and related issues. | 15 pts | |
| This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeData Collection Methods, Measures, & Tools | 15 to >13.0 ptsExcellentStudent provided a fully developed explanation of the data collection methods, measures, and tools with insightful analysis of concepts and related issues.13 to >11.0 ptsProficientStudent provided a developed explanation of the data collection methods, measures, and tools with insightful analysis of concepts and related issues.11 to >10.0 ptsBasicStudent provided a minimally developed explanation of the data collection methods, measures, and tools with insightful analysis of concepts and related issues.10 to >0 ptsNeeds ImprovementStudent provided an under- developed explanation of the data collection methods, measures, and tools with insightful analysis of concepts and related issues. | 15 pts | |
| This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomePlan for Data Analysis | 15 to >13.0 ptsExcellentStudent provided a fully developed explanation of the plan for data analysis with insightful analysis of concepts and related issues.13 to >11.0 ptsProficientStudent provided a developed explanation of the plan for data analysis with insightful analysis of concepts and related issues.11 to >10.0 ptsBasicStudent provided a minimally developed explanation of the plan for data analysis with insightful analysis of concepts and related issues.10 to >0 ptsNeeds ImprovementStudent provided an under-developed explanation of the plan for data analysis with insightful analysis of concepts and related issues. | 15 pts | |
| This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeIdentifies and describes the strengths and weaknesses of the research method used. Include at least 2 strengths and two weakness based on reliability and validity. | 25 to >22.0 ptsExcellentStudent provided a fully developed discussion of at least two strengths and two weaknesses of the research methods based on the reliability and validity and supported with a citation for each with insightful analysis of concepts and related issues.22 to >19.0 ptsProficientStudent provided a developed discussion of at least two strengths and two weaknesses of the research methods based on the reliability and validity and supported with a citation for each with insightful analysis of concepts and related issues.19 to >17.0 ptsBasicStudent provided a minimally developed discussion of at least two strengths and two weaknesses of the research methods based on the reliability and validity and supported with a citation for each with insightful analysis of concepts and related issues.17 to >0 ptsNeeds ImprovementStudent provided an under developed discussion of at least two strengths and two weaknesses of the research methods based on the reliability and validity and supported with a citation for each with insightful analysis of concepts and related issues. | 25 pts | |
| This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeProfessional Writing: Clarity, Flow, and Organization | 5 to >4.0 ptsExcellentContent is free from spelling, punctuation, and grammar/syntax errors. Writing demonstrates very well-formed sentence and paragraph structure. Content presented is completely clear, logical, and well-organized.4 to >3.5 ptsProficientContent contains minor spelling, punctuation, and/or grammar/syntax errors. Writing demonstrates appropriate sentence and paragraph structure. Content presented is mostly clear, logical, and well-organized.3.5 to >3.0 ptsBasicContent contains moderate spelling, punctuation, and/or grammar/syntax errors. Writing demonstrates adequate sentence and paragraph structure and may require some editing. Content presented is adequately clear, logical, and/or organized, but could benefit from additional editing/revision.3 to >0 ptsNeeds ImprovementContent contains significant spelling, punctuation, and/or grammar/syntax errors. Writing does not demonstrate adequate sentence and paragraph structure and requires additional editing/proofreading. Key sections of presented content lack clarity, logical flow, and/or organization. | 5 pts | |
| This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeProfessional Writing: Context, Audience, Purpose, and Tone | 5 to >4.0 ptsExcellentContent clearly demonstrates awareness of context, audience, and purpose. Tone is highly professional, scholarly, and free from bias, and style is appropriate for the professional setting/workplace context.4 to >3.5 ptsProficientContent demonstrates satisfactory awareness of context, audience, and purpose. Tone is adequately professional, scholarly, and/or free from bias, and style is consistent with the professional setting/workplace context.3.5 to >3.0 ptsBasicContent demonstrates basic awareness of context, audience, and purpose. Tone is somewhat professional, scholarly, and/or free from bias, and style is mostly consistent with the professional setting/workplace context.3 to >0 ptsNeeds ImprovementContent minimally or does not demonstrate awareness of context, audience, and/or purpose. Writing is not reflective of professional/scholarly tone and/or is not free of bias. Style is inconsistent with the professional setting/workplace context and reflects the need for additional editing. | 5 pts | |
| This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeAPA Attributions and Formatting: cover page, title of paper on second page, level headings, Times New Roman 12 font, 1″ margins, and page numbers. APA References: Uses in-text citations appropriately and format correctly. Paraphrases to avoid plagiarizing the source. | 5 to >4.0 ptsExcellentDemonstrates fully developed APA formatting with no errors using the template provided.4 to >3.5 ptsProficientDemonstrates developed APA formatting with few formatting errors in the template provided.3.5 to >3.0 ptsBasicDemonstrates minimally developed APA formatting with several formatting errors in the template provided.3 to >0 ptsNeeds ImprovementDemonstrates limited APA formatting with multiple formatting errors or fails to use the template provided. | 5 pts | |
| Total Points: 100 | |||
Required Readings
Gray, J. R, & Grove, S. K. (2021). Burns and Grove’s the practice of nursing research: Appraisal, synthesis, and generation of evidence (9th ed.). Elsevier.Chapter 3, “Introduction to Quantitative Research” (pp. 46–74)
Chapter 10, “Quantitative Methodology: Noninterventional Designs and Methods” (pp. 234–260)
Chapter 11, “Quantitative Methodology: Interventional Designs and Methods” (pp. 261–313)
Chapter 15, “Sampling” (pp. 410–449)
Latour, C., O’Byrne, L., McCarthy, M., Chacko, R., Russell, E., and Price, R.K. (2020). Improving mental health in US: Veterans using mHealth tools: A pilot study
Links to an external site.. Health Informatics Journal, 26(4), 3201–3214. http://doi.org/10.1177/1460458220954613
Zaccari, B., Callahan, M.L., Storzback, D., & McFarlane, N. (2020). Yoga for veterans with PTSD: Cognitive functioning, mental health, and salivary control
Links to an external site.. Psychological Trauma: Theory, Research, Practice, and Policy, 12(8), 913–917. http://dx.doi.org/10.1037/tra0000909
Document: Journal Club Template for Quantitative Research (Word document)Download Journal Club Template for Quantitative Research (Word document)
Writing Resources
Scholarly writing is a critical component of nursing academics. Walden University provides resources to support scholarly writing such as the CON Writing Template, Grammarly, access to the Walden Writing Center editing services, and many other tools for success.
Access these supportive resources for successful writing in the Writing Resources link found in the Start Here module.
Required Media
Walden University, LLC. (2015). Quantitative research designs
Links to an external site. [Video]. Walden University Canvas. https://waldenu.instructure.com
Note: The approximate length of this media piece is 27 minutes.
Walden University, LLC. (2021). Research methods
Links to an external site. [Interactive media]. Walden University Canvas. https://waldenu.instructure.com
Optional Resources
Fitzpatrick, J. J. (Ed.). (2017). Encyclopedia of nursing research (4th ed.). Springer.
