RSA 501
Article Critique #2
*Be sure to submit a copy of the article you are reviewing with your critique*
Throughout the semester you are required to complete 2 thorough article critiques. This
assignment will assist you in developing your skills in both reading and critiquing
literature. You will read and critique a peer reviewed article of your choice. For this
assignment, you will critique a scientific paper (peer-reviewed journal article). Use the
information below to help complete this assignment. You MUST choose a peer-reviewed
article of your choice, relative to recreation or sport.
Formatting (5pts): Word, 12-point Times New Roman font, double-spaced, 1-argins
You need to provide feedback on the following components:
bstract (5pts)
o After reading the paper thoroughly, does the abstract present an accurate
representation of what was done in the study?
ntroduction (5pts)
o What was the main purpose of the study?
o Was there a testable hypothesis mentioned, or inferred?
o Did the rationale lead up to the purpose in an effective manner?
o Did the authors discuss the major significance of the study?
ethods (10 pts)
o What type of study design was used?
o Subject selection issues?
o Subject number, gender, age, etc?
o Randomization?
o Inclusion and exclusion criteria?
’esults (10pts)
o Were the results presented in a logical fashion?
o Are the Tables and Figures helpful in understanding the results presented
in the text? If not, how could they be improved?
o Were there any findings presented that were not discussed in the methods
section?
Conclusions/Discussions (5pts)
Overall general thoughts/comments (10pts)
mportance of research question
riginality of work
riting style and presentation
thical concerns
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