Qualitative Dissertation Critique

Qualitative Dissertation Critique Parameters
Each candidate will prepare and submit a critical analyses (evaluation) of a qualitative dissertation (Dissertation has to be one that has not been reviewed previously). The dissertation must have been completed within the past 5 years (2015-2020). In general, most dissertations can be analyzed within five word processed pages. Please adhere to APA writing style in the submission of this requirement. The purpose of the evaluation is to comment upon the thoroughness of the dissertation as a research report by analyzing each component of the study. Indicate design and procedural errors that you detect, as well as strengths and desirable procedures. Be sure to support your position on each outline factor with the research. Candidates are to be prepared to present an overview of the dissertation critique in class.
Outline for a Critical Analysis of a Dissertation Employing a Qualitative Research Design

Identify the research methodology and Methods, Approach, Design, or Tradition;
Identify the qualitative research technique(s) employed in the study;
What was the purpose of the research? To what extent was the purpose achieved?
Was there a problem specified for this research?
Identify and describe the significance of the research;
Identify and describe the research questions (research hypotheses if used);
Where key informants identified?
Was there a statement of anticipated Ethical Problems?
Was a software application used in coding data and generating themes? If so, specify.
To what extent was triangulation employed in the research?
Describe the adequacy of the literature review (Was literature integrated or placed in a single chapter?);
Specify the unit(s) of analysis employed in the study. Is(are) the unit(s) appropriate?
Describe the type of sampling employed in the research;
Briefly state the substantive conclusions supported by the design and analysis.
Identify and describe the delimitations and limitations of the study (if given)
Discuss degree of generalizability or transferability, credibility, and validity.
Was there a statement pertaining to Researcher bias.
Was access to the setting amply described?
Was the description for interpretation of data sufficient?
Did the dissertation contain rich thick description, a hallmark of qualitative dissertations?

When writitng the critique please write in the following format:
Abstract
Introduction
Summary
Literature Review
Critical Analysis
Implications
Recommendations for Future Research
Conclusion

All sources and citations must be between the following years: (2019-2013)

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