In order to achieve credible and trustworthy results from qualitative studies, the methodology must be designed very carefully. That is, you must consider the process of conducting qualitative research to address your research question. Important considerations include selecting the research question, collecting data, engaging in data analysis and management, and selecting appropriate
interpretive techniques.
For this Assignment, be sure to view this week’s Qualitative Research Design PowerPoint webinar and pay close attention to its content on the basic elements of qualitative research methods (e.g., sample selection, data collection, plans for interpretive analysis). Then, review the two research studies presented in this week’s resources for this assignment.
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 different elements of the research method used in the Tobiano, Ting, Ryan, Jenkinson, Scott, & Marshall (2019) article.
- Focus on the research design, sample selection, data collection methods, and plan for data analysis as discussed in the Tobiano, Ting, Ryan, Jenkinson, Scott, & Marshall (2019) article.
- Identify at least two strengths and two weaknesses of the article’s research method based on trustworthiness. You must provide support for your explanation with citations from additional sources.
- Use the Journal Club Template for Qualitative Research located in this week’s resources. Note: Assignments will not be accepted unless the required template is used.
- The template includes an area for each element discussed in the study.
- Be brief, paraphrase and summarize each of the elements clearly on the form.
Resources
Be sure to review the Learning Resources before completing this activity.
Click the weekly resources link to access the resources.
By Day 7
Once this is complete, save your file and submit the Journal Club Template for Qualitative Research to the submission link. Note that you must use the template provided.
submission information
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- To submit your completed assignment, save your Assignment as WK4Assgn_LastName_Firstinitial
- Then, click on Start Assignment near the top of the page.
- Next, click on Upload File and select Submit Assignment for review.
Rubric
NURS_3150_Week_4_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 | 15 to >13.0 ptsExcellentStudent provided a fully developed explanation of the data collection methods with insightful analysis of concepts and related issues.13 to >11.0 ptsProficientStudent provided a developed explanation of the data collection methods with insightful analysis of concepts and related issues.11 to >10.0 ptsBasicStudent provided a minimally developed explanation of the data collection methods with insightful analysis of concepts and related issues.10 to >0 ptsNeeds ImprovementStudent provided an under-developed explanation of the data collection methods 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 based on the elements of trustworthiness. | 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 elements of trustworthiness.22 to >19.0 ptsProficientStudent provided a developed discussion of at least two strengths and two weaknesses of the research methods based on the elements of trustworthiness.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 elements of trustworthiness.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 elements of trustworthiness. | 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 >2.0 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.2 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 in 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 4, “Introduction to Qualitative Research” (pp. 75–100)
Chapter 12, “Qualitative Research Methods” (pp. 314–357)
Tobiano, G., Ting, C., Ryan, C., Jenkinson, K., Scott, L., & Marshall, A.P. (2019). Front-line nurses’ perceptions of intra-hospital handover
Links to an external site.. Journal of Clinical Nursing, 29, 2231–2238. http://doi.org/10.1111/jocn.15214
Vretare, L. L, & Anderzen-Carlsson, A. (2020). The critical care nurse’s perception of handover: A phenomenographic study
Links to an external site.. Intensive & Critical Care Nursing, 58. http://doi.org/10.1016/j.iccn.2020.102807
Document: Journal Club Template for Qualitative Research (Word Document)Download Journal Club Template for Qualitative 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). Qualitative research design
Links to an external site. [Video]. Walden University Canvas. https://waldenu.instructure.com
Note: The approximate length of this media piece is 11 minutes.
Walden University, LLC. (2021).Research methods
Links to an external site. [Interactive media]. Walden University Canvas. https://waldenu.instructure.com
