The critique of a journal article will promote your critical reading and analyzing of research that has been peer-reviewed. It
will provide you with an opportunity to explore components of publications, authors and review findings as well as critique
the article for benefits and potential areas of improvement.
You will be required to critique 2 journal articles. Two articles are provided. Your critique should not be longer than 3
pages. Your two article summaries will be submitted
together as one paper into Turnitin.
Journal Critique Paper Headings
Citation: Please include the citation of the article here (APA format)
A. General Research Article and Journal Overview
When was the article accepted for publication; what journal was it published it; what is the audience of the journal; what is
the impact factor for that journal? Who are the authors of the study and what research do they typically do. What was the
purpose of the article (what is the purpose of the article
(Research design and methodology – You will not be required to discuss the research design and methodology for your
article critique; please focus on the discussion)
B. Interpretation of findings
Summarize the findings of the article in your own words. Sometimes you can use the headings to guide the discussion.
C. Potential limitations of the study
What are some limitations of the article? What areas do you think should have been discussed or discussed more
thoroughly?
D. Benefits of the study
How has this article benefit the subject matter and your learning? What did you find assisted your learning and
understanding?
E. Conclusion
Provide a conclusion to your article critique
Rubric for Journal Article Critiques
1. General Research Article and Journal Overview- Excellent overview of the journal, authors and purpose of the article All components addressed
2. Interpretation of findings- Article findings are clearly, thoroughly summarized in the students own words
3. Potential limitations of the study and D. Benefits of the study-Strengths and Weaknesses of the article are discussed thoroughly
4. Conclusion and Mechanics- Conclusion present and No grammatical errors and typos noted
5. Meets Requirements Paper is organized, Page length, APA Citation requirements are met
possible sources:
Lewis, S., Bucher, L., Heitkemper, M., Harding, M., Barry, M., Lok, J., Tyerman, J., & Goldsworthy, S. (2019) Medical-surgical nursing in Canada: Assessment and management of clinical problems (fourth Canadian edition) Toronto, ON: Elsevier Inc.
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