Article Summary – Late Adulthood

6 Paragraphs –
Paragraph1 – Introduction- the introductory paragraph
should describe the research topic presented within the selected article as
well as the main points discussed throughout the article.
Paragraph 2 – Rationale-
Trace the logical reasons for this research based upon the findings of
previous research. In other words, what prior findings discussed in
the selected article led the researchers to the current
experiment? For example, if researchers wanted to do a study
about a new medication to be given to children, then part of the rationale
(e.g. reasoning) might be that no one has researched the medication on
children before. Another possibility could be that the medications
currently used with children have been found to have serious side effects.
Paragraph 3 – Methods-
Describe the subjects, procedures, and measurement tools used in the
study.
Paragraph 4 – Results- What were the findings of
the researchers? Although you are not expected to interpret advanced
statistics, it is reasonable that you understand
the summative statements in the section.
Paragraph 5 – Discussion/Conclusion-
What does the experimental evidence add to the existing knowledge?
How did the authors critique their own research?
Paragraph 6 – Critical Thinking- In what ways do the
research findings fit with the content you have learned in Human Growth and
Development? How might the evidence impact people during their
lives? How does this research apply to diversity (e.g., age, gender,
race, ethnicity, and/or religion)?

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