In this assignment, you will write a paper that analyzes a scenario and explains the purpose of hypotheses and research questions.
Step 1: Read the following scenario.
You are a nurse on 5 West who has concerns about visiting hours in the Critical Care Unit. The unit currently has a visiting-hours policy that allows patients to rest and the staff to provide care in an environment that protects patient privacy and modesty. However, many nurses now feel that family presence improves patient outcomes. You and other nurses on your unit have noted that vital signs are improved and patients are more responsive when family is present. You are considering whether to use a quantitative or qualitative study to research this topic.
Step 2: Consider the following questions:
- What is the purpose of hypotheses and research questions?
- Why is it important to develop workable hypotheses and research questions in conducting research?
- What type of research—qualitative or quantitative—would be most conducive to the scenario in Step 1? Why?
- Which would be more appropriate given the scenario in Step 1: the development of a hypothesis or a research question or both? Why?
Step 3: Write a two-four page paper.
Write a paper that describes the purpose of hypotheses and research questions. Articulate the importance of developing workable hypotheses and research questions in conducting research. Based on the provided scenario, describe whether a qualitative or quantitative research study would be most appropriate and why. Explain whether, and why, you would develop a hypothesis or a central research question for this scenario.
Construct your paper and cite any sources in APA format.
Step 4: Save and submit your assignment.
When you have completed your assignment, save a copy for yourself in an easily accessible place and submit a copy of the paper to your instructor.
See the rubric Download rubricfor the grading details.
Rubric
Week 4 Assignment Rubric
Week 4 Assignment Rubric
CriteriaRatingsPts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeDescription of the Purpose of Hypotheses and Research Questions
10 to >8.0 pts
Excellent
Fully describes the purpose of hypotheses and research questions.
8 to >6.0 pts
Needs Some Improvement
Somewhat describes the purpose of hypotheses and research questions.
6 to >5.0 pts
Slightly describes the purpose of hypotheses and research questions.
5 to >0 pts
Poor
Does not describes the purpose of hypotheses and research questions.
10 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeExplanation of Importance of Workable Hypotheses and Research Questions in Research
10 to >8.0 pts
Excellent
Somewhat explains the importance of developing workable hypotheses and research questions in conducting research
8 to >6.0 pts
Needs Some Improvement
Somewhat explains the importance of developing workable hypotheses and research questions in conducting research
6 to >5.0 pts
Needs Significant Improvement
Briefly explains the importance of developing workable hypotheses and research questions in conducting research
5 to >0 pts
Poor
Does not explain the importance of developing workable hypotheses and research questions in conducting research
10 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeType of Research Study for the Scenario
10 to >8.0 pts
Excellent
Lists whether a qualitative or quantitative research study would be appropriate for the scenario and fully explains why that choice is appropriate.
8 to >6.0 pts
Needs Some Improvement
Lists whether a qualitative or quantitative research study would be appropriate for the scenario and somewhat explains why that choice is appropriate.
6 to >5.0 pts
Needs Significant Improvement
Lists whether a qualitative or quantitative research study would be appropriate for the scenario and briefly explains why that choice is appropriate
5 to >0 pts
No Marks
Does not list whether a qualitative or quantitative research study would be appropriate for the scenario or offer an explanation.
10 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeHypothesis or Central Research Question
10 to >8.0 pts
Excellent
Clearly explains why a hypothesis or central research question is appropriate for the scenario.
8 to >6.0 pts
Needs Some Improvement
Somewhat explains why a hypothesis or central research question is appropriate for the scenario.
6 to >5.0 pts
Needs Significant Improvement
Briefly explains why a hypothesis or central research question is appropriate for the scenario.
5 to >0 pts
Poor
Does not explain why a hypothesis or central research question is appropriate for the scenario.
10 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeElements of the Paper
10 to >8.0 pts
Excellent
The overall purpose of the paper is clear. The paper expresses the main idea and major points of the writing prompt. The writing is tailored to the audience. Word choice is concise.
8 to >6.0 pts
Needs Some Improvement
The purpose is generally clear. The paper expresses only the main idea and most major points of the writing prompt. Most of the writing is tailored to the audience. Word choice is fairly concise.
6 to >5.0 pts
Needs Some Improvement
The purpose is unclear. The paper does not accurately express the main idea or most major points of the writing prompt. Most of the writing is not tailored to the audience. Word choice is vague or repetitive
5 to >0 pts
Poor
The purpose is unclear. The paper does not convey the main idea or major points of the writing prompt. Most of the writing is not tailored to the audience. Word choice is confusing or misleading. OR the assignment was not submitted.
10 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeMechanics and Grammar
5 to >4.0 pts
e
No errors in usage, capitalization, punctuation, and spelling.
4 to >2.0 pts
Needs Some Improvement
Minor errors in usage, capitalization, punctuation, and spelling that do not interfere with reading/ understanding.
2 to >1.0 pts
Needs Significant Improvement
Some errors in usage, capitalization, punctuation, and spelling that interfere with reading/ understanding.
1 to >0 pts
Poor
Numerous errors in usage, capitalization, punctuation, and spelling that interfere with reading/understanding
5 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeAPA Formatting
5 to >4.0 pts
Excellent
No errors in APA format, in-text citation(s), or reference page.
4 to >2.0 pts
Needs Some Improvement
Minor errors in APA format, in-text citation(s), or reference page
2 to >1.0 pts
Needs Significant Improvement
Minor errors in APA format, in-text citation(s), or reference page
1 to >0 pts
Poor
No errors in APA format, in-text citation(s), or reference page.
5 pts
Total Points: 60