Homework: Psychology Research Method- Article Critique
View the library tutorial on using the GCU databases and the empirical journal checklist. Find a scholarly peer reviewed journal from the library. Select a research study (complete with Method, Results, and Discussion sections).
In 850 to 1,000 words, analyze the article.
• List the research question(s)/hypothesis being considered in the article.
• Summarize the study being conducted, including the purpose of the study.
• Describe the method and design used to test the research question(s)/hypothesis, including:
o Discuss if you believe the method and design was the correct method and design for the study. If not, what would your suggestion for method and design be?
o Describe the variables, how were they defined and operationalized?
• Discuss if the study is ethically sound. Why or why not. What elements are present, or lacking, to show it is ethically sound.
Format your homework according to the give formatting requirements:
• The answer must be using Times New Roman font (size 12), double spaced, typed, with one-inch margins on all sides.
• The response also includes a cover page containing the student's name, the title of the homework, the course title, and the date. The cover page is not included in the required page length.
• Also include a reference page. The references and Citations should follow APA format. The reference page is not included in the required page length.