Journal Article Review - ORGANISING THE BODY

The simplest way to organize your review is to follow the structure of the article. A well organized research article has readily identifiable sections including:

the introduction,
methodology,
results (findings), and
discussion (conclusions and recommendations).

Briefly describe, discuss and evaluate the key points involved in each section of the article.

Introduction

Does the author clearly define a research problem or topic?

Is its significance explained? Are core issues or research variables identified?

Is specialized terminology usefully defined?

Does the author provide an adequate literature review?

Does it discuss current research on the problem, and help to situate the author's own research?

Are the research objectives clearly stated? Are hypotheses or specific research questions identified?

Methodology

Does the author clearly identify the research methodology and any associated limitations of the research design?

Are participants described, including the method of sample selection if appropriate?

Are instruments adequately described, including issues of appropriateness, validity and reliability?

Do any evident biases or ethical considerations arise in relation to the methodology?

Are the methods for measuring results clearly explained and appropriate?

Results

Are the author's major findings clearly presented?

Do they adequately address the stated research objectives?

Are supporting data presented? Are tables, graphs or figures helpful and well integrated with the text?

Discussion

Do the research results validate the author's conclusions and/or recommendations?

Are alternative conclusions and/or limitations of the research considered?

Is there discussion of any variance between the author's research and prior research findings?

Does the author's research suggest any direction for further research?

Is the practical or theoretical significance of the research emphasized?

Does the author recommend the revision of theory or practice in the field?

CONCLUDING YOUR REVIEW

Considering the needs and interests of a typical reader of the journal in which the article appears, provide your personal judgment on the suitability and adequacy of the research.

Is the research timely and worthwhile?

Is the research design appropriately inclusive and/or sensitive to the cultural context?

Are you aware of any significant omissions or errors that might affect the validity or reliability of the research?

Are the results original and significant?

Does the author provide fresh insight or stimulate needed discussion in the field?

Is the article well structured?

Do the author's style and language maintain interest and clarity?

Is the presentation unbiased, objective and reasonable?

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