Qualitative and Quantitative Research Design Summary

Qualitative and Quantitative Research Design Summary

In this section, we will provide an expanded summary of the research designs for both qualitative and quantitative studies, as required for Topic Two. Each of these summaries will adhere to the specified guidelines and will include references in APA format.

Quantitative Research Design Summary

The first research summary we will present focuses on a quantitative research design. Quantitative research is characterized by its use of numerical data and statistical analysis to draw conclusions. For this summary, we will follow the template provided in “Summarize Research Articles.”

Qualitative Research Design Summary

The second research summary centers on a qualitative research design. Qualitative research emphasizes in-depth exploration and understanding of phenomena through methods such as interviews, observations, and content analysis. We will also utilize the template outlined in “Summarize Research Articles” for this summary.

To maintain clarity and organization in these summaries, we will use APA Level Heading 2 to separate distinct parts of each study. This formatting ensures that readers can easily distinguish between different sections of the research summaries.

Furthermore, we are committed to providing comprehensive and well-researched summaries, and therefore, each summary will span between 250 to 500 words, as specified. This word range allows us to deliver succinct yet informative summaries of the selected articles.

In conclusion, we are fully prepared to craft these research summaries in accordance with your instructions. By adhering to the provided template, utilizing APA Level Heading 2 for organization, and ensuring each summary falls within the specified word count range, we aim to deliver high-quality summaries of both quantitative and qualitative research designs. Additionally, we will include at least three references in APA format, as per your request.

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Summarize Research Articles

Directions: Use the templates below when summarizing your research articles. Include a cover page, and start a new page for each article summary. Use level 1 and 2 headings when composing the summaries to separate distinct parts.

Title of Quantitative Article

(Example of text: This article was authored by Watson and James and published in the Journal of Nursing Research in 2008. This article was selected as an example of a quasi-experimental design. The model summary selected for this paper is found in the Nursing Research: Generating and Assessing Evidence for Nursing Practice textbook. This is a summary of a quasi-experimental study in which though there is a comparison group; subjects were not randomly assigned to groups. The research article being summarized also is an experiment that used a comparison group without randomization.)

Problem Statement

Statement of Purpose

Research Question(s)/Hypothesis

Study Methods

Key Findings

Citation

Title of Qualitative Article

(Example of text: Ramirez (2008) studied adolescent depression and the influence of significant adults on the course of the depression. The model summary utilized is found in the Nursing Research: Generating and Assessing Evidence for Nursing Practice textbook. It was selected because it is an example of a grounded theory study, as is the article selected.)

Qualitative Research Study – Exploring Pneumonia Care in Nursing Homes: Insights from Residents and Family Members

The article mentioned above is categorized as a qualitative research study based on several defining characteristics:

It provides an understanding of the research problem through the formulation of hypotheses. This is evident in the background information, which introduces the issue of nursing home residents being transferred to hospitals for pneumonia treatment.

The study delves into uncovering trends in thoughts and opinions by conducting in-depth investigations into the problem. In this article, approximately 14 interviews were conducted to explore the frequency with which residents were sent to hospitals.

Common research methods employed include focus groups (group discussions) and individual interviews. As mentioned earlier, the study relied on individual interviews with patients recommended by nurses. Only those who could recall their hospital visits and the reasons behind them were selected.

Rationale for selecting the journals in which the articles were published.

This article stands out as the best choice for the assignment due to its comprehensive approach to conducting the study. It covers all aspects from the abstract to a concrete conclusion. Moreover, the article includes tables that present the collected data in an organized manner.

Quantitative Research Study – Examining Condom-Use Behaviors of Urban African American Males Aged Eighteen to Twenty-Four

The study is categorized as quantitative research based on the following qualities:

The research method generalizes results from a larger sample population. In this instance, approximately 364 males were selected to represent the study’s target population. The data collected from them was then analyzed for further examination.

Quantitative data collection methods are more structured compared to qualitative methods. In the research on condom-use behaviors, structured data collection surveys were employed, each assigned unique identifiers. These surveys were administered to enrolled participants according to specific schedules in a secure office space at selected community centers.

To enhance the sample selection, the data analysis methods used in the study are complex in nature, ensuring the accuracy of the generalizations made.

The above-mentioned article is suitable for inclusion in this paper due to its meticulous approach. The study’s systematic analysis of its methodology provides a high level of reliability.

References

Stephen K, Sherry N, Jeffrey A et al (2007) A Quantitative Study on the Condom-Use Behaviors of Eighteen- to Twenty-Four-Year-Old Urban African American Males. Retrieved from https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC1950730/ on 28th Sep 2017

Soo C, Mark L. & Lynne L., (2006) Pneumonia care and the nursing home: a qualitative descriptive study of resident and family member perspectives. Retrieved from https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC1379645/ on 28th Sep 2017

Patten, M. L., & Newhart, M. (2017). Understanding research methods: An overview of the essentials. Taylor & Francis.

These article summaries will serve as the foundation for the Critique of Research Studies Parts 1-3 assignments in Topics 4, 6, and 8.