In this course, you will need to access and read different types of articles. Empirical articles describe original research and typically utilize quantitative, qualitative, or mixed-methods research designs. Non-empirical articles are articles that summarize best practices, present cases to illustrate points, offer alternative perspectives and theories, or suggest new ways of looking at phenomena. You can use the Counseling Master’s Research Guide: Searching by MethodologyLinks to an external site. for help with searching for quantitative, qualitative, and non-empirical articles.
The purpose of this assignment is twofold:
To demonstrate that you understand the difference between empirical articles and the other kinds of published articles (non-empirical).
To demonstrate that you understand the difference between quantitative and qualitative empirical research articles.
Assignment Instructions
Complete the following:
Select four articles from the Capella library that are no older than three years. The articles should be related to your specialization and inform your practice. Select one of each type of the following:
An example of an empirical study.
An example of a non-empirical article.
An example of a quantitative empirical article.
An example of a qualitative empirical article.
Download the Week 3 Assignment Template [DOCX], and save it to your computer.
Follow the directions in the template, using the four articles that you selected to complete the assignment.
Submit the completed template for grading.
Grading Criteria
The numbered assignment instructions outlined below correspond to the grading criteria in the assignment rubric, so be sure to address each point.
Differentiate between empirical and non-empirical articles.
Distinguish between empirical articles that are qualitative and quantitative.
Select current articles that inform practice.
Create scholarly article references.
Submission Requirements
Template: Use the Week 3 Assignment Template [DOCX] to complete your assignment.
Written communication: Written communication is free of errors that detract from the overall message.
Competencies Measured
By successfully completing this assignment, you will demonstrate your proficiency in the following course competencies and scoring guide criteria:
Competency 1: Evaluate the importance of research and its findings to inform evidence-based practice to advance the counseling profession.
Differentiate between empirical and non-empirical articles.
Distinguish between empirical articles that are qualitative and quantitative.
Select current articles that inform practice.
Competency 5: Communicate effectively through the consistent use of APA guidelines for grammar, punctuation, and mechanics expected of a counseling professional.
Create scholarly article references.
