Theory Critique

Criteria

Possible Points

Points earned

Meaning:

Describe the main ideas of the theory, include the assumptions under which the theory operates. What are the main concepts and how do different concepts affect each other

10%

Origin of the theory:

What was happening in the nursing profession or in American history that may have influenced the theory. Which discipline(s) or other theorist influenced the theorist/theory?

What values, theories, evidence and or existing knowledge did the theorist cite as support for the theory.

What approach to theory development did the theorist use; quantitative or qualitative

Is it a philosophy, grand, midrange or practice theory?

20%

Usefulness:

How useful is this theory in nursing? (give an actual example)

Is the theory practical & helpful to nursing? Does it contribute to understanding and predicting outcomes? (explain in your words)

10%

Testability:

Has this theory generated research? Give one example of a study done using this theory conduct a search and print study for class presentation and give an *overview of study using the matrix

10%

Overall evaluation :

Is the theory comprehensive or specific? How generalizable is the theory? Summarize the strengths & weaknesses of the theory. State why you would or would not use this theory in your practice

*Apply criteria 5 for analyzing theorie

30%

Presentation :

Professional appearance, well groomed & lab coat

Voice projection and inflection

Creativity, eye contact, animation, engage audience

Power point meets format criteria

Present 2 discussion questions for class engagement

10%

Handouts one page:

Summarize & explain main ideas & theoretical model

10%

Total