Journalism in the Age of Social Media Research Project
Order ID |
53563633773 |
Type |
Essay |
Writer Level |
Masters |
Style |
APA |
Sources/References |
4 |
Perfect Number of Pages to Order |
5-10 Pages |
Description/Paper Instructions
Journalism in the Age of Social Media Research Project
Journalism, Age, Social, Media, Research, Project
Description of Article Review
Students will select one scholarly research article from the three provided below. Analyze their selected article by responding to the areas identified below that speak to evaluating the connection between the theoretical framework presented by the authors and the methodological approach they took.
To do this student will need to identify the conceptual construct and theoretical framework directing the research, methods used, study limitations, and other theoretical and ethical issues of the research project the article describes.
(Focus Group)
McCollough, K., Crowell, J. K., & Napoli, P. M. (2017). Portrait of the Online Local News Audience. Digital Journalism, 5(1), 100–118. https://doi.org/10.1080/21670811.2016.1152160
THE BASICS
This is an individual assignment and NOT a group project and should be worked on accordingly. Please provide your Name, ID number, campus, and Unit code and the citation of the article under analysis at the beginning of your essay that will be submitted on CLOUD.
The topics on Surveys, Focus Groups and Content analysis and the Topic 5 discussion on how to evaluate original research in the Study Guide will help you with this assignment. The specific module relevant to your essay will largely depend on the article selected.
Specific instructions for Essay
Select for analysis ONE scholarly research article from the 3 options provided above.
The article you select is an example of original research using one of the three methods we have studied so far. In your analysis of the study, you will need to:
Identify and critique the rationale of the study;
Identify and critique the research question(s) or hypothesis;
Assess whether the question set or hypothesis testing approach draws on a theoretical framework.
Identify the conceptual construct directing the research questions.
Describe the definitions presented in the literature review that define the scope and application of the questions or hypothesis.
Critique whether the conceptual construct and its associated definitions clarifies, focuses or limits the scope of the study.
Describe and critique the research methodology;
Identify whether the methodology is qualitative, quantitative or mixed method in approach and justify your analysis of this with external source references.
Describe and critique the choice of research population or data universe
Identify and critique the data collection method and sampling approach
Identity the analytical components of the method, define what they are and how they are used.
Critique whether the authors have applied the data collection and analytical techniques appropriately.
Identify and critique the study limitations
Identify and critique how the researchers addressed the ethical considerations raised by the methodology.
Analyse the study findings; and
Critique whether these are logically connected to the research question and data collection approach.
Consider whether the sampling approach taken will support further generalisation of the study findings
Present an assessment of the heuristic value of the study.
Consider the contribution of the study to gap in existing knowledge
Consider whether the study respond to and either resolve or further expand insight into an existing social problem?
Consider whether the study raises concerns or new insights for further investigation.
Consider if this study responds to a gap in the research, builds upon existing research, applies a new technique or responds to a social problem.
Your analysis will need to discuss the above areas in an essay approach and draw on the textbook, unit materials and additional scholarly resources provided in the unit reading list or through your own research.
Use the Harvard system of referencing, providing the sources of your information wherever relevant. The reference list at the end of the essay should include all sources cited within the body of the essay.
You are likely to draw on between 6-8 scholarly references to support your analysis, including the textbook, unit materials and wider research literature related to the original study.
SSESSMENT CRITERIA FOR ESSAY
Introduction: Identification and critique of the rationale of study – introduce selected study and identify and critique the rationale for the study
Examination of research question – identify and examine the research question(s) or hypothesis, including the application of theoretical constructs
Review and application of research literature – critically analyze and apply selected national and international literature to the analysis of the theoretical basis and empirical evidence of the study
Interrogation of research methods: identify and examine the research methods employed taking into consideration qualitative/quantitative approaches; variables measured; targeted population or universe; collection and sampling; analytical components; and use of external sources.
Ethical considerations: examine the ethical considerations of the study and any other limitations
Critical analysis and evaluation of findings: assess the strengths and limitations of all components of the study, but especially the degree to which the findings are supported by the evidence and methodology.
Structure, composition, expression and referencing: present a well-structured paper in which arguments and findings are composed in a coherent and logical manner and are expressed in clear and research-appropriate language in accordance with scholarly citation and referencing standards.
RUBRIC
QUALITY OF RESPONSE |
NO RESPONSE |
POOR / UNSATISFACTORY |
SATISFACTORY |
GOOD |
EXCELLENT |
Content (worth a maximum of 50% of the total points) |
Zero points: Student failed to submit the final paper. |
20 points out of 50: The essay illustrates poor understanding of the relevant material by failing to address or incorrectly addressing the relevant content; failing to identify or inaccurately explaining/defining key concepts/ideas; ignoring or incorrectly explaining key points/claims and the reasoning behind them; and/or incorrectly or inappropriately using terminology; and elements of the response are lacking. |
30 points out of 50: The essay illustrates a rudimentary understanding of the relevant material by mentioning but not full explaining the relevant content; identifying some of the key concepts/ideas though failing to fully or accurately explain many of them; using terminology, though sometimes inaccurately or inappropriately; and/or incorporating some key claims/points but failing to explain the reasoning behind them or doing so inaccurately. Elements of the required response may also be lacking. |
40 points out of 50: The essay illustrates solid understanding of the relevant material by correctly addressing most of the relevant content; identifying and explaining most of the key concepts/ideas; using correct terminology; explaining the reasoning behind most of the key points/claims; and/or where necessary or useful, substantiating some points with accurate examples. The answer is complete. |
50 points: The essay illustrates exemplary understanding of the relevant material by thoroughly and correctly addressing the relevant content; identifying and explaining all of the key concepts/ideas; using correct terminology explaining the reasoning behind key points/claims and substantiating, as necessary/useful, points with several accurate and illuminating examples. No aspects of the required answer are missing. |
Use of Sources (worth a maximum of 20% of the total points). |
Zero points: Student failed to include citations and/or references. Or the student failed to submit a final paper. |
5 out 20 points: Sources are seldom cited to support statements and/or format of citations are not recognizable as APA 6th Edition format. There are major errors in the formation of the references and citations. And/or there is a major reliance on highly questionable. The Student fails to provide an adequate synthesis of research collected for the paper. |
10 out 20 points: References to scholarly sources are occasionally given; many statements seem unsubstantiated. Frequent errors in APA 6th Edition format, leaving the reader confused about the source of the information. There are significant errors of the formation in the references and citations. And/or there is a significant use of highly questionable sources. |
15 out 20 points: Credible Scholarly sources are used effectively support claims and are, for the most part, clear and fairly represented. APA 6th Edition is used with only a few minor errors. There are minor errors in reference and/or citations. And/or there is some use of questionable sources. |
20 points: Credible scholarly sources are used to give compelling evidence to support claims and are clearly and fairly represented. APA 6th Edition format is used accurately and consistently. The student uses above the maximum required references in the development of the assignment. |
Grammar (worth maximum of 20% of total points) |
Zero points: Student failed to submit the final paper. |
5 points out of 20: The paper does not communicate ideas/points clearly due to inappropriate use of terminology and vague language; thoughts and sentences are disjointed or incomprehensible; organization lacking; and/or numerous grammatical, spelling/punctuation errors |
10 points out 20: The paper is often unclear and difficult to follow due to some inappropriate terminology and/or vague language; ideas may be fragmented, wandering and/or repetitive; poor organization; and/or some grammatical, spelling, punctuation errors |
15 points out of 20: The paper is mostly clear as a result of appropriate use of terminology and minimal vagueness; no tangents and no repetition; fairly good organization; almost perfect grammar, spelling, punctuation, and word usage. |
20 points: The paper is clear, concise, and a pleasure to read as a result of appropriate and precise use of terminology; total coherence of thoughts and presentation and logical organization; and the essay is error free. |
Structure of the Paper (worth 10% of total points) |
Zero points: Student failed to submit the final paper. |
3 points out of 10: Student needs to develop better formatting skills. The paper omits significant structural elements required for and APA 6th edition paper. Formatting of the paper has major flaws. The paper does not conform to APA 6th edition requirements whatsoever. |
5 points out of 10: Appearance of final paper demonstrates the student’s limited ability to format the paper. There are significant errors in formatting and/or the total omission of major components of an APA 6th edition paper. They can include the omission of the cover page, abstract, and page numbers. Additionally the page has major formatting issues with spacing or paragraph formation. Font size might not conform to size requirements. The student also significantly writes too large or too short of and paper |
7 points out of 10: Research paper presents an above-average use of formatting skills. The paper has slight errors within the paper. This can include small errors or omissions with the cover page, abstract, page number, and headers. There could be also slight formatting issues with the document spacing or the font Additionally the paper might slightly exceed or undershoot the specific number of required written pages for the assignment. |
10 points: Student provides a high-caliber, formatted paper. This includes an APA 6th edition cover page, abstract, page number, headers and is double spaced in 12’ Times Roman Font. Additionally, the paper conforms to the specific number of required written pages and neither goes over or under the specified length of the paper. |
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