5 Questions
What basic information should be included in the critique of any type of journal article?
Title of article, name(s) of the author(s), title of journal, volume number, date, month, page numbers
Which question should be addressed in a critique of any type of article?
Is the topic of interest to the journal?
What is a specific question relevant to empirical/research articles?
Are the study design and methods appropriate for the purposes of the study?
What is an important consideration for empirical/research articles related to animal subjects?
Approval statement for the use of animal subjects
What is a common fault in empirical/research articles related to data presentation?
"Repetition in text of data in tables or figures"
Study Notes
Critiquing Journal Articles
- A critique of any type of journal article should include basic information such as the author's argument, methodology, and conclusions.
Key Questions to Address
- Critiques of any type of article should answer questions such as: What is the author's main argument, and is it supported by evidence?
Empirical/Research Articles
- A specific question to address in a critique of empirical/research articles is: Are the results generalizable to other populations or settings?
Animal Subjects in Empirical/Research Articles
- A crucial consideration for empirical/research articles involving animal subjects is the treatment and welfare of the animals.
Data Presentation in Empirical/Research Articles
- A common fault in empirical/research articles is inadequate or misleading data presentation, such as incomplete or inaccurate graphs, tables, or figures.
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