quantitative research in mass communication

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2. Identify the key concepts in the study. Using your own words, explain how the authors define those concepts.

3. What hypotheses and/or research questions does the study try to address? In your opinion, are these appropriate, based on the theoretical arguments provided?

4. How are those concepts operationalized, if at all? Be specific.

5. How is the study designed? What method(s) are used to test the hypotheses and/or research questions?

6. What are the results of the study? How are results explained? Is that explanation clear?

7. Focusing on the methods of the study: identify at least one strength of the study.

8. Focusing on the methods of the study: identify at least two questions or concerns you have about how the study was conducted. How might you address those questions or concerns in future work?