Concise Appraisal of Qualitative Research Article

1. You should begin with a summary of your research article. This includes the title, research question, study purpose, design of the research, size of sample, data collection, and methods of analysis.
2. Evaluate the reliability and credibility of the research. Consider factors such as the researcher’s reflexivity, the research design’s appropriateness, the sample size, the rigor of data collection and analysis, and the ethical considerations.
3. Distinguish the key findings and their relationship to the question or purpose of your research. Limitations of the study should be identified, for example, a low sample size, biases, and generalizability problems.
4. The article’s strengths and weaknesses should be analyzed. Consider the significance of the study’s findings and how they contribute to the existing knowledge in the field.
5. Conclusion: Summarize your assessment of the article, and make suggestions for further research.

Write a short appraisal using these helpful tips

• Concentrate on the key points of your article rather than providing an in-depth analysis.
• Clarity and simplicity are key.
• Use simple language and avoid using technical or jargon terms.
• You can support your evaluation with the evidence in the article as well as other sources that you consider credible.
• Referencing and citations should follow APA style guidelines.

Be sure to review all the details of the assignment including word count, sources and formatting requirements.