Homework
In general, an article critique should be written clearly enough that someone who has never read the article can follow the logic of what the researchers did.
Some of the topics your paper should cover (this is not necessarily an exhaustive list):
a. Discuss the topic, theory, and hypotheses being tested in the article you've read.
b. Identify all IVs and DVs, and describe how they were operationally defined.
c. Describe the results of the research and the authors' interpretations.
d. Point out potential flaws, things you would have done differently, questions still unanswered, etc.
This last part is the most important, because this is the "critiquing" portion of the homework, and you are being asked for a reaction to this work. Do not assume that since this is published that it is perfect - it's not. Tell me what you think is wrong, but make sure to back it up. Why is it wrong? What would you have done differently?
Be careful not to give me your opinions about the authors' choice of research topic, etc. Even if you are not interested in the topic, they are. Everything that you've learned about research design and quality issues should bear on your evaluations of this research. Don't criticize or praise the work without backing up what you say using what you've learned.
Format your homework according to the give formatting requirements:
a. The answer must be double spaced, typed, using Times New Roman font (size 12), with one-inch margins on all sides.
b. The response also includes a cover page containing the title of the homework, the course title, the student's name, and the date. The cover page is not included in the required page length.
c. Also include a reference page. The references and Citations should follow APA format. The reference page is not included in the required page length.