HCS 438 Week 5 Analysis of Data Reports in Published Journal Article

Learning Team Analysis of Data Reports in Published Journal Articles

Select two quantitative research reports from the University Library that test a hypothesis. At least one of the research reports must use correlational statistical procedures, and at least one of the research reports must use inferential statistical procedures. Both research reports must relate to the health care field.

Obtain instructor approval for your selected study.

Answer the following questions about the studies individually. Discuss your answers with the team.

Are the procedures used parametric or nonparametric? Why?

What types of statistical tests were used? What do the results of these tests tell you about the data?

Were hypothesis testing errors present? What are the consequences for the studies if a Type I or a Type II error was made?

Are there additional studies in the same field that corroborate the results of the selected studies?

Summarize the studies; include the key points and conclusions.

Prepare a 15- to 20-slide Microsoft PowerPoint presentation in which you present your findings. Online students must include speaker notes.