Critique a quantitative study for design elements and study validity. Use the guidelines for critiquing design elements and study validity, Box 11.1 (p. 236) of your textbook. Read the Introduction and Methods section of the assigned quantitative article (refer to the entirety of the article as needed) and write a paper (no more than 4 pages) evaluating the article for critical elements for design and validity. The article may also be found in the Tookit accompanying the Resource Manual.  Be sure to read carefully, and pay attention to grammar, sentence structure,  and APA guidelines. Do not be repetitive, just state the facts and be concise. Be sure to refer to the Rubric used to grade this assignment.

Critique a quantitative study for design elements and study validity. Use the guidelines for critiquing design elements and study validity, Box 11.1 (p. 236) of your textbook. Read the Introduction and Methods section of the assigned quantitative article (refer to the entirety of the article as needed) and write a paper (no more than 4 pages) evaluating the article for critical elements for design and validity. The article may also be found in the Tookit accompanying the Resource Manual.  Be sure to read carefully, and pay attention to grammar, sentence structure,  and APA guidelines. Do not be repetitive, just state the facts and be concise. Be sure to refer to the Rubric used to grade this assignment.

Schmeer, K., Tarrence, J., Browning, C., Calder, C., Ford, J., & Boettner, B. (2019). Family contexts and sleep during adolescence. SSM-Population Health, 7,

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Rubric
NU 615 Article Critique
NU 615 Article Critique
Criteria    Ratings    Pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome Content Relevance
35.0 pts
Excellent
Paper demonstrates an in-depth discussion of the article and it’s components. Viewpoints are insightful and well supported.
25.0 pts
Good
Paper demonstrates a general discussion of the article. Viewpoints are supported.
20.0 pts
Needs Improvement
Paper demonstrates a minimal discussion of assigned article. Viewpoints are unsupported or minimally supported.
0.0 pts
Unsatisfactory
Paper demonstrates a lack of discussion or grasp of the components of an article critique. Viewpoints are missing, inappropriate, and/or unsupported.
35.0 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome Critical thought/ Reasoning/ Synthesis
40.0 pts
Excellent
The article critique demonstrates strong evidence of critical thinking, reasoning, and synthesis of ideas and insights gained from reading(s).
35.0 pts
Good
The article demonstrates evidence of critical thinking, reasoning, and synthesis of ideas and insights gained from reading(s).
25.0 pts
Needs Improvement
The critique demonstrates little evidence of critical thinking, reasoning, and synthesis of ideas and insights gained from reading(s).
0.0 pts
Unsatisfactory
The critique demonstrates no evidence of critical thinking, reasoning, and synthesis of ideas and insights gained from reading(s).
40.0 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome Quality of Information
35.0 pts
Excellent
Response includes all components and exceeds all requirements indicated in the instructions. Each step of the critical analysis is included and meets the guidelines set forth for article critique.
25.0 pts
Good
Response includes all components and meets all requirements indicated in the instructions and guidelines for critique. .
20.0 pts
Needs Improvement
Response is missing some components and/or does not fully meet the requirements indicated in the instructions and guidelines for critique. Some aspects of the article critique are not addressed.
0.0 pts
Unsatisfactory
Response excludes essential components and/or does not address the requirements indicated in the instructions and guidelines.
35.0 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome Structure/APA Format
15.0 pts
Excellent
Writing is clear, concise, and well organized with excellent sentence/paragraph construction. Thoughts are expressed in a coherent and logical manner. There are no more than three spelling, grammar, syntax, or APA errors. Headings are used appropriately.
10.0 pts
Good
Writing is mostly clear, concise, and well organized with good sentence/paragraph construction. Thoughts are expressed in a coherent and logical manner. There are no more than five spelling, grammar, syntax, or APA errors. Headings are used appropriately.
6.0 pts
Needs Improvement
Writing is unclear and/or disorganized. Thoughts are not expressed in a logical manner. There are more than five spelling, grammar, syntax, or APA errors. Headings are not used appropriately.
0.0 pts
Unsatisfactory
Writing is unclear and disorganized. Thoughts ramble and make little sense. There are numerous spelling, grammar, or syntax errors throughout the response. Headings are missing and/or not used appropriately.
15.0 pts
Total Points: 125.0

The outline should consist of

What is a pandemic?

2. Information and statistics should be provided for New York City, the United Sates, and the world.

3. How does this pandemic affect residents of New York City and surrounding areas. Cultural, social, and political situations may be addressed.

4. What are your personal implications?

5. What are people doing about it?

6. What are the future implications for yourself and for the public health?