Research Study Proposal–Part II: Literature Review and Research Questions

Research Study Proposal–Part II: Literature Review and Research Questions

Resource: Ch. 3 of Introduction to Health Research Methods

Create a research question related to your problem statement and then conduct a literature review.

Create a 1,050- to 1,500-word summary of the articles that best support your research question. Be sure to:

Cite your sources according to APA format.

Materials

Research Study Proposal–Part II: Literature Review and Research Questions Grading Criteria

Introduction to Health Research Methods: A Practical Guide (2nd ed.), Ch. 3

Grading Criteria

This assignment is due in Week Three.

*Content* *60Percent*	Points Available 6	Points Earned X/X	Additional Comments:
Student creates a research question related to their problem statement and conduct a literature review. Included the following: · Conduct background reading of their topic. · Select at least five research articles related to their problem statement. · Discuss components of a research study. · Determine the validity of the study. · Discuss the study’s strengths and weaknesses. · Determine future research needs.
*Organization/Development* *20 Percent*	Points Available 2	Points Earned X/X	Additional Comments:
· The summaryis 1,050 to 1,500words long. · The introduction provides sufficient background on the topic and previews major points. · The conclusion is logical, flows, and reviews the major points.
*Mechanics* *20 Percent*	Points Available 2	Points Earned X/X	Additional Comments:
· The summary—including the title page, reference page, tables, and any appendixes—is formatted according toAPA guidelinesas directed by the facilitator. The summaryis laid out with effective use of headings, font styles, and white space. · Rules of grammar, usage, and punctuation are followed; spelling is correct.
	*Total Available*	*Total Earned*
	10