Research and Critique a Qualitative Study
Topic: The Color Psychology of Red using the First Step of the Scientific MethodLocate a peer-reviewed qualitative research study in the Ashford
University Library on the topic you chose in Week One for your Final
Research Proposal. You may choose to use a qualitative study that was
included in the literature review you used in the Week One assignment by
searching the reference list for qualitative research studies on the
topic. It is also acceptable to utilize a qualitative research study on
your topic that was not included in your literature review.
Once you have located an appropriate qualitative study, identify the
specific qualitative research design used. Summarize the main points of
the study including information on the research question, sampling
strategy, research design, data analysis method(s), findings, and
conclusion(s). Evaluate the published qualitative research study
focusing on and identifying the researcher’s paradigm or worldview and
any evidence of reflexivity described in the report. Explain whether or
not potential biases were adequately addressed by the researchers.
Describe how the researchers applied ethical principles in the research
study.
The Research and Critique a Qualitative Study
- Must be three to four double-spaced pages in length (not including
title and references pages) and formatted according to APA style as
outlined in the Ashford Writing Center (Links to an external site.). - Must include a separate title page with the following:
- Title of paper
- Student’s name
- Course name and number
- Instructor’s name
- Date submitted
- Must use at least one peer-reviewed source from the Ashford University Library in addition to those required for this week.
- Must document all sources in APA style as outlined in the Ashford Writing Center.
- Must include a separate references page that is formatted according to APA style as outlined in the Ashford Writing Center.
Carefully review the Grading Rubric (Links to an external site.) for the criteria that will be used to evaluate your assignment. Topic: The Color Psychology of Red using the First Step of the Scientific Method

