week 5 assignment and quiz

Analysis of Data Reports in Published Journal Articles HCS/438 Version 3

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Written Assignment Grading Criteria

Analysis of Data Reports in Published Journal Articles • Select two quantitative research reports from the University Library. At least one of the

research reports must use correlational statistical procedures, and at least one of the research reports must use inferential statistical procedures. Both research reports must relate to the health care field.

Both articles are due no later than the last day of Week 4.

• Obtain instructor approval for your selected study. • Answer the following questions about the studies individually. Discuss your answers with the

team.

o Are the procedures used parametric or nonparametric? Why? o What types of statistical tests were used? What do the results of these tests tell you

about the data? o Were hypothesis testing errors present? What are the consequences for the studies if a

Type I or a Type II error was made? o Are there additional studies in the same field that corroborate the results of the selected

studies? • Summarize the studies; include the key points and conclusions. • Prepare a 15- to 20-slide Microsoft® PowerPoint® presentation in which you present your

findings. Online students must include speaker notes. Power Point presentation and speaker notes must be consistent with APA guidelines with proper citations and references.

Content 14.4 points possible

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Comments

• Are the procedures used parametric or nonparametric? Why?

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• What types of statistical tests were used? What do the results of these tests tell you about the data?

3.6

• Were hypothesis testing errors present? What are the consequences for the studies if a Type I or a Type II error was made?

3.6

• Are there additional studies in the same field that corroborate the results of the selected studies?

3.6

Format 3.6 points possible

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Points earned

Analysis of Data Reports in Published Journal Articles HCS/438 Version 3

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• Follows rules of grammar, usage, and punctuation

• Has a structure that is clear, logical, and easy to follow

• Follows APA guidelines for formatting and citation of outside works

3.6

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