Identify the theory in which the researcher(s) grounded the study and describe the major research findings that support the theory.

 identify a current (within the last five years) qualitative research report from a peer-reviewed journal in your area of interest. Then, dissect the report according to the FOUR sections below, using the guidelines given.

Introduction

Problem Statement: Identify the background/rationale and research problem for the study.

Theory: Identify the theory in which the researcher(s) grounded the study and describe the major research findings that support the theory. Next, list the research questions or aims.

Method

Participants: Identify the population of interest and describe the sample of participants in the study.

Data Collection Tools:  Identify the data collection tools or strategies and describe how these were used to collect data.

Design:  Identify and briefly describe the qualitative research design that was used. Provide a rationale why this design was the most appropriate (Hint: connect the design to the purpose of the study or research questions)

Procedures: Briefly describe how the data were collected.

Results

Data Analysis: Describe how the data were analyzed (Hint: connect the method of data analysis to the research design used)

Findings: State the findings of the study

Discussion

Significance of the study: Describe how the findings of the study are discussed in relation to the prior research presented in the literature review or has led to a new grounded theory.

Ethical Considerations: Briefly discuss any ethical or field issues considered when collecting the data.

Finally, reflect on how this research report helps you in thinking about a potential research problem for your capstone project in this doctoral program.