Assignment:
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Research analysis allows you to determine how a research study was developed and designed, and how the researcher ascertained the data. Research effectiveness can be increased, and analyzing the process will help strengthen the outcomes.
Select 1 recent criminal justice research article from a recognized, peer-reviewed, professional journal or government publication that discusses a research study. Note: Non-peer-reviewed newspaper articles or articles from popular magazines, such as Time or Newsweek, are not acceptable for this assignment. For assistance determining what constitutes a professional, peer-reviewed resource, contact your instructor.
Write a 1,050 to 1,400 word paper using the article you selected in which you address the following:
- Identify the purpose of the research study, problem, and questions.
- Describe the design of the study.
- Identify whether the research study is a quantitative or qualitative design. Explain your answer.
- Explain and identify the methodology, population, sampling methods, and return rate, if applicable.
- Summarize the study findings, including the statistics and details, that showed the application of the findings.
- Describe the author's conclusions and recommendations.
Cite at least 1 peer-reviewed reference to support the items you were asked to address.
Format your paper according to APA guidelines.