1. Title page in APA student format. Refer to Course Resources for APA guides. 2. Article reference (APA format) at the top of the first page 3. Introduction: 1-3 paragraphs orienting the reader to the study a) Introduces the topic and clinical question/problem b) Provides background information c) States the purpose of the research d) Previews your analysis of the research with an appropriate thesis statement 1. Research Summary (no more than 2 pages): Brief summary of the study with sufficient detail to clearly explain the research a) Study design b) Study methodology (sampling, procedures, instrumentation, data collection, etc.) c) Main findings (statistical analysis and results) d) Authors' conclusions e) Limitations noted by the authors RSH 350 - Critical Review Paper Assignment Instructions 1. Your critical analysis (approx. 4-6 pages): a balanced discussion of the strengths and weaknesses of the research, based on your appraisal and supported with specific examples from the study a) Introduction: your broad analysis of the study introduction b) Methodology: your analysis of study methodology c) Results: your analysis of statistical tests and results reported d) Discussion: your analysis of internal validity, external validity, and how well the researchers achieved their intended purpose 1. Conclusion: summary of your main points and the trustworthiness and applicability of the research to your clinical question 2. Additional elements to consider a) Include evidence from related sources to support your evaluation b) Provide a reference list including the source reviewed and any additional sources cited in your paper.