...Reflections on Individual Assignment 1 This document provides examples of student critiques prepared for individual assignment 1. I have selected examples of satisfactory and unsatisfactory critiques supplemented by some comments. Hopefully this will assist in preparing for the second individual assignment and the final exam. 1. Literature review (objectives and motives) Satisfactory critique Critique: Jones and Solomon (2010) do not explicitly mention the aim of their research, but rather refer to the nature of the research. This is not seen as a weak point as the authors make use of grounded theory in their study. The authors do however identify their motivation of conducting this research quite well by stating: “However, to our knowledge, there has been little research (...)” (pp. 21). Furthermore, the authors link their motives to prior research by stating that there has been a lack of interview-based work in prior research (Ball et al, 2000; Deegan et al, 2006; O’Dwyer and Owen, 2005). I do see this link as a strong point in contrast to the objective of this article. The objective of this article is not clearly formulated. The authors mention: “We address the fundamental question on (...)” (p.21). However, immediately afterwards they state: “In addition, we shed light on several important questions such as (...)” (p.21). These additions are not related to previously identified questions by the authors but to the themes that derived from the interviews in this study. Therefore...
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...MKT 635 Market Research Entire Course https://homeworklance.com/downloads/mkt-635-market-research-entire-course/ This course is designed to integrate theory and practice and develop students’ analytical skills in marketing research methodology. Students apply methods and techniques for the collection, analysis, interpretation, and presentation of primary and secondary data toward the solution of current marketing problems. Offered online. MKT 635 Week 1 Marketing and Research Problems Marketing and Research Problems. Identify and describe in detail the fundamental source of the marketing problem or opportunity, decision problems arising from the marketing problem or opportunity, and possible research problems for each of the three scenarios (a, b, and c) under Applications & Problems #4 p. 47. The paper must be two to three pages in length and formatted according to APA style. You must use at least two scholarly resources other than the textbook to support your claims and sub-claims. MKT 635 Week 2 Assignment Propose Research Project Propose Research Project. You are a brand manager of a snack chip. Your goal is to determine what effects different levels of online advertising (see http://www.sramanamitra.com/2011/01/11/top-10-online- advertising-trends-of-the-decade/) have on a consumer’s behavior. The VP of Brand Management will want strong justification for your recommendations. Propose a research project to address this problem that focuses on the kind...
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...Critique Of The Research Article: Perspectives Of Hospital-Based Nurses On Breastfeeding Initiation Best Practices In: Other Topics Critique Of The Research Article: Perspectives Of Hospital-Based Nurses On Breastfeeding Initiation Best Practices Running head: CRITIQUE OF THE RESEARCH ARTICLE: PERSPECTIVES OF Critique of the Research Article: Perspectives of Hospital-Based Nurses on Breastfeeding Initiation Best Practices Kimberly Baird Grand Canyon University Intro. To Nursing Research NRS-433V April 21, 2011 Critique of the Research Article: Perspectives of Hospital-Based Nurses on Breastfeeding Initiation Best Practices The purpose of this research study is to evaluate the differences in breastfeeding knowledge and the implementation of breastfeeding by registered nurses in the postpartum units and the hospital policies, both formal and informal, related to the implementation and support of breastfeeding. Human milk is accepted as the ideal food source for infants for the first 6 months of life. Breastfeeding is then encouraged as a supplement to other foods until the child is 12 months of age and beyond. Both The Academy of Pediatrics and the International Lactation Consultant Association support these recommendations. CDC statistics report that in 2006 73.9% of women breastfed in the early postpartum period. This drops to 33.1% of those that are exclusively breastfeeding at 3 months of age and then drops again to 13.6% exclusively breastfeeding...
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...MKT 635 Marketing Research Entire Course https://homeworklance.com/downloads/mkt-635-marketing-research-entire-course/ MKT 635 Week 1 Marketing and Research Problems Marketing and Research Problems. Identify and describe in detail the fundamental source of the marketing problem or opportunity, decision problems arising from the marketing problem or opportunity, and possible research problems for each of the three scenarios (a, b, and c) under Applications & Problems #4 p. 47. The paper must be two to three pages in length and formatted according to APA style. You must use at least two scholarly resources other than the textbook to support your claims and sub-claims. MKT 635 Week 2 Assignment Propose Research Project Propose Research Project. You are a brand manager of a snack chip. Your goal is to determine what effects different levels of online advertising (see http://www.sramanamitra.com/2011/01/11/top-10-online- advertising-trends-of-the-decade/) have on a consumer’s behavior. The VP of Brand Management will want strong justification for your recommendations. Propose a research project to address this problem that focuses on the kind of research design you would use; why you would use it; and how you would conduct the research. MKT 635 Week 3 Assignment Critique Questionnaires Critique Questionnaires. Case 3.7 Critiquing Questionnaires is on pages 274 – 279. Using questionnaire information in the text and gathered from outside sources, develop the...
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...methods and an appropriate statistical package. Module aims: This module aims to give students a broad knowledge of a range of methodological and analytical skills, which they can apply in a variety of research contexts. As well as giving students a grounding in the basic principles of quantitative research methodology, the module will (i) look at how data can be described, (ii) introduce a range of statistical tests commonly used, and (iii) explore what the results mean in terms of the research question posed. The module comprises lectures, and the delivery will involve hands-on lab work using an appropriate statistical package. Module Objective Learning Outcomes: On completion of this module, students should be able to demonstrate: • An ability to apply a variety of different statistical methods to their research project. • An ability to collect, store, manage, test and interpret data. • An understanding of the epistemological and methodological difficulties associated with different techniques. • An ability to use computer software associated with the analysis of quantitative data. • An awareness of the ethical issues surrounding data collection and analysis. Skills Taught: On completion of this module, students should be able to; • Conduct research in a manner that is consistent with professional practice • Collect quantitative data • Enter quantitative data meaningfully •...
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...NRS433V, Conwell, Critique 1 Running Head: QUANTITATIVE RESEARCH CRITIQUE Critique of a Quantitative Research Paper Researching lived experience in health care: Significance for care ethics Linda Conwell, RN Grand Canyon University NRS 433V Sonya Williams, RN, MSN March 27, 2011 NRS433V, Conwell, Critique 2 Existing studies indicate nurses’ use of research in their practice, i.e., evidence based practice; however, little evidence is available as to the extent to which nurses utilize the available research in their practice The stated objective of the study was “to systematically identify and analyze the available evidence related to the extent to which nurses use research in clinical practice and contribute to the body of work assessing the state of the science” (Squires, Hutchinson, Bostrom, O’Rourke, Cobban and Estabrooks, 2011). This study quantifies and illustrates the discrepancies and inconsistencies in reporting methods and measurement of research use by nurses and in the validation of research use and patient outcomes. The authors highlight the need for standard methods of measuring research use and it’s correlation to patient outcomes, and a clearer understanding of the concept of research utilization in clinical practice. They also note the need of clearer understanding of the concept of research use and the use of a research based practice. Method The authors used a systematic review of published and grey literature, utilizing online bibliographic...
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...RESEARCH PAPER TOPICS – BA 453 HRM The primary objective of your paper is to do “research” in a specific area of HRM. Such research requires the formation of a “research question” with a narrow focus to facilitate in-depth exploration and often entails a blend of field and literary research. You can elect to do primarily field or literary research. Some suggested topics are below, but you are encouraged to find one which excites your intellect and/or is relevant to your future business career. FIELD RESEARCH – requires contacting a company or companies, identifying their current HR policy issues or HR concerns, selecting only one, developing a list of interview questions based on a brief review of research in that HR area, and then conducting an interview to explore the matter in depth. It is NOT merely a report of the conversational narrative of the interview. It is a thorough critique with recommendation for improvement. 1. Critique a current HR policy or issue in a specific company and make recommendations for improvement. Examples of policies are: recruiting, hiring, orientation, training, succession planning, career planning, team development, performance review, equal employment opportunity, pay incentives, a specific type of employee benefit or perk, corrective/disciplinary action, OSHA compliance, and safety recognition. 2. Describe a current HR strategy in a specific company and how it enhances their competitive advantage in business. Discuss strengths...
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...RESEARCH PAPER TOPICS – BA 453 HRM The primary objective of your paper is to do “research” in a specific area of HRM. Such research requires the formation of a “research question” with a narrow focus to facilitate in-depth exploration and often entails a blend of field and literary research. You can elect to do primarily field or literary research. Some suggested topics are below, but you are encouraged to find one which excites your intellect and/or is relevant to your future business career. FIELD RESEARCH – requires contacting a company or companies, identifying their current HR policy issues or HR concerns, selecting only one, developing a list of interview questions based on a brief review of research in that HR area, and then conducting an interview to explore the matter in depth. It is NOT merely a report of the conversational narrative of the interview. It is a thorough critique with recommendation for improvement. 1. Critique a current HR policy or issue in a specific company and make recommendations for improvement. Examples of policies are: recruiting, hiring, orientation, training, succession planning, career planning, team development, performance review, equal employment opportunity, pay incentives, a specific type of employee benefit or perk, corrective/disciplinary action, OSHA compliance, and safety recognition. 2. Describe a current HR strategy in a specific company and how it enhances their competitive advantage in business. Discuss strengths...
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...Guidelines for Critiquing a Quantitative Article Write a critique on sections listed below. For each section, write a brief summary followed by a critique based on the bulleted points under each section. Introduction • Articulation or clear explanation of the research problem or issue • Identification of specific research question, and or hypothesis. Reflect on the purpose of the study. Exploratory or descriptive studies need not have an hypothesis. If research question is not identified, say so and write what you think the research question is. • What rationale for the study is offered? Does it clearly state the relevance of the study to social work practice, policy, or social work education? Review of the Literature • How exhaustive is it? Does it cover all aspects of the research problem? Does it cover information pertaining to all concepts and variables of importance? Are major studies in the field reviewed? • How current is the literature review to the date of publication? • Are the gaps in literature discussed? Methodology • Are the main aspects like research design, data source (e.g., participants) and their selection, Data collection instruments, data collection procedures, and data analysis included? Is each aspect clearly described? • Are ethical issues addressed? State if you have any question about ethical issues pertaining to the study. Results • Is sample adequately described? • Are findings clearly presented...
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...Contemporary Issues in Information Management BIN3010-N Block Delivery 2013 - 2014 Jim Innerd & Steve Pattinson [pic] Microsoft launches Office in the cloud Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-13943437 (9/9/2011) Contents Module aim 1 Module team 1 Module learning outcomes 1 Module delivery pattern 2 Learning strategy 2 Module timetable 3 Assessment strategy 4 Key texts 5 Assessment Referencing 6 Module Assessment Feedback 7 Assessment Marking Criteria & Feedback Grid 8 Module aim This module provides an insight into the development of technology, current issues and how it effects organisations. It provides students with an opportunity to explore the relationship between Information Management and the strategic formulation of technology in businesses and its implications/consequence for support of business change processes. Module team • Jim Innerd (module leader) • Steve Patterson (module tutor) Block delivery tutors: |Group |Tutor |Contact details* | |ML |J Innerd |Email: Jim.Innerd@tees.ac.uk | |MT |S Pattinson |Email: S.Pattinson@tees.ac.uk | * Please check the module VLE for a definitive list of group tutors. Module learning outcomes ...
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...Research Critique of Adherence to Walking or Stretching, and Risk of Preeclampsia in Sedentary Pregnant Women Grand Canyon University: NRS-433V 1/12/14 Research Critique of “Adherence to Walking or Stretching, and Risk of Preeclampsia in Sedentary Pregnant Women” Introduction This paper is to critique a study of adherence to walking or stretching during pregnancy in high risk women who were sedentary and had previously experienced preeclampsia. The introduction of this article does give a sense of the importance of the problem area. This four-year study investigates the effects of walking or stretching on the incidence of preeclampsia and reports on adherence to the intervention and on the secondary outcomes of changes in resting heart rate (HR), resting blood pressure and weight gain. Problem Statement The purpose of the study was to compare a walking exercise to a stretching exercise program during pregnancy in high-risk women who were sedentary and had previous history of preeclampsia. The problem was clearly stated and was a feasible researchable problem. The problem had significance for nursing and for the medical profession and might improve practice and education. While the researcher does a good job of stating why the problem is important, it could have been helpful for him to list numbers of people who are affected by preeclampsia and complications of the disease itself. Purpose and Research Questions The research questions were clear by much inquiry...
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...Identifying Barriers to Pain Management in Long-Term Care Nursing research is critical to the nursing profession and is important for promoting optimal nursing care based on the latest research findings. Critiquing research reports is important because it promotes a complete examination of the study that allows the critique to judge its strengths, weaknesses, logical relationships, meanings, and significance of the findings. The purpose of this paper is to provide an objective critique of the research report “Identifying barriers to pain management in long-term care” with a focus on five dimensions: substantive and theoretical dimension, methodological dimension, ethical dimension, interpretive dimension, and presentation and stylistic dimension. Title The title of this report was appropriate and clear. It communicated the research problem (identifying barriers to pain management) and the study population (long term care residents).The information was conveyed in only nine words communicating the independent variable (the barriers), the dependent variable (pain management), and the study population (residents with chronic pain in long term care facilities). It could be argued that something about the health-related quality of life should have been included in the title making it a little bit longer but more explicit. Abstract The abstract written with subheadings was excellent, summarizing the major features of the study. It presented the aim of the study, the methods...
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...Running head: MINDWRITER CORPORATION CRITIQUE Mindwriter Corporation Critique (Week 3) Norman E. Telles University of Phoenix Business Research Applications MGT480 Dr. Martha Stillman January 04, 2009 Mindwriter Corporation Critique A critique of Mindwriter’s Corporation research proposal will be reviewed for its effectiveness. The research method that was chosen for the proposal and how well it worked will also be discussed. In the preceding paragraphs the proposal will tell what, why, how, where and to whom the research will be done as well as show the benefit of the research itself. Before a research study takes place it is always a good idea to do a development chart which clearly describes how the problem is taken in steps and the research questions and objectives are used to arrive at a proposal to be approved before the study takes place. This will definitely be a useful guide to go by and can always be altered to meet needs. (Cooper & Schindler, 2003, chap. 4) Problem Statement Looking at the statement it says that some customers are unhappy with Mindwriter’s service problems. There is a program called CompleteCare which promises to provide service related issues on portable laptop and notebook computers. Apparently there is a shortage of trained personnel in the call center and Mindwriter wants to find out whether it’s the result of this or its products. Management is requiring information on the effectiveness of this program and whether it’s...
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...Edition, Patrick Frank, Pearson Prentice/Hall, Upper Saddle River, New Jersey, 07458. Method of Presentation: Lectures with PowerPoint presentations and class discussion. Student Learning Outcomes: Art 100 – Introduction to Art Concepts is a survey course whose purpose is to develop the ability of students to see an art object or building on objective, perceptual, and interpretive levels. The student will learn the vocabulary of art; recognize the materials and techniques of art processes and learn to recognize the historical styles and changing tastes of the public and the art market. To evaluate the student outcomes, standards of achievement will be measured by exams, practice tests, class participation, museum reports and research papers. This will identify how successfully each student processes the visual images and the meanings that they contain. Specific areas of student development will be: 1. Communication. Students will listen to multi-media presentations,...
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...issues. This is terribly misguided, and a lot of men experience erectile dysfunction at least once in their life. As researched erectile dysfunction can be caused by other health conditions, medication, or even psychological problems. The purpose of this paper is to critique the research on erectile dysfunction mentioned below. Critique of Research The National Kidney and Urologic Diseases Information Clearinghouse (NKUDIC) were the first pieces of literature researched on Erectile Dysfunction (ED). Stating that ED is usually associated with medical conditions physical and or psychological. The report gives information regarding what is ED and how ED occurs and how is it diagnosed, and treated. The information presented was consistent with other research on ED. Erectile dysfunction (ED) is defined when a man has trouble getting or keeping an erection. This definition is also consistent throughout the research reviewed. ED is said to be more common as men get older. But male sexual dysfunction is not a natural part of aging. This finding was not mentioned in any of the other literature reviewed. Some people have trouble speaking with their doctors about sex. This report did encourage all who had ED to report their symptoms to their doctor because ED can be a sign of health problems. It may mean the blood vessels are clogged. It may mean the nerves are damaged from diabetes. If you don't see your doctor, these problems will go untreated and get worse. The literature also...
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