Weighting: 25% This Assignment is to be submitted via Turnitin. Marked Assignment 2 consists of two written tasks. Each task will be graded in terms of both completing the minimum tasks and...

Weighting: 25% This Assignment is to be submitted via Turnitin. Marked Assignment 2 consists of two written tasks. Each task will be graded in terms of both completing the minimum tasks and undertaking a knowledgeable and scholarly approach. Word count is the writer's, words on the form not included. Task 1: Critical Appraisal Length: 1000-1300 words A qualitative research paper will be assigned via Blackboard and you will be asked to critically appraise research using the Critical Review Form Version 2.0 (Letts et al 2007) and the accompanying guidelines (Letts et al 2007). The Form, guidelines and additional information on this task will also be made available via Blackboard Criteria - Detailed description for each criterion of the Critical Review Form. - Critical discussion of the strengths and weaknesses of sampling, data collection and analysis. Critically discusses conclusion and implications of the reviewed study • Use the form provided and populate each section with your answers • Use 12 font and double spacing • I suggest you use your own words to answer the questions. You do not need to use lots of references as it is your critique I am interested in. However if you want to use references to support your opinion please do so. • Do not paraphrase or use large chunks of the article, it is your critique I am interested in. • Submit the form through turnitin • Only your words are included in the word count and not what is on the form • You need to answer the questions on the left hand side of the form • Keep it simple, just answer the questions. Don’t try to make it harder than what it is. • we think many of you underestimate your ability to critique. Tell me what you think e.g. what were the ethical issues, were the participants described in enough detail etc. • Don’t be afraid to tell me if the article has problems • Continue to post or email your questions. Task 2: Phenomenology and qualitative research Length: 250-300 words Describe the phenomenological approach to qualitative research. Criteria - Clear description of the theoretical background and logic of phenomenology - Compares to two or more other qualitative approaches. - Identifies topics suitable for a phenomenological. - Describes process of data analysis. Discusses bracketing.