Question 1

Define "rigor" in art therapy research.

Accepted Answer

Rigor means attending to integrity and correctness in all procedures, with the goal of obtaining the best possible outcomes.

Question 2

What are the 5 basic questions to ask in order to evaluate a research report?

Accepted Answer

a. What is the report about?
b. How does the study fit into what is already known?
c. How was the study done?
d. What was found?
e. What do the results mean?

Question 3

What should you look for in a literature review of a published study?

Accepted Answer

The literature review should be concise and focused on the most important and relevant studies, rather than being too broad or discussing everything in depth. This will help readers to gain a clear understanding of the existing research and how the study being reviewed fits within that context.

Question 4

Identify at least 5 kinds of information that should be found in the methods section of
a report.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Identify at least 5 kinds of information...

Question 5

What is an effect size and how is it calculated?

Accepted Answer

The answer of What is an effect size and how...

Question 6

Based on information presented in the discussion section, how does a reader determine whether the study's conclusions are warranted?

Accepted Answer

The answer of Based on information presented in the discussion...

Question 7

What is one of the main problems in research reporting that may cause readers to question the credibility of a study?

Accepted Answer

When methods and procedures are not explicitly described, it is difficult for other researchers to verify or replicate the findings. This lack of transparency can lead to questions about the credibility of the study.

Question 8

"Failure" in a research study often relates to limitations that occur as the result of unanticipated events or circumstances beyond the control of the researcher. How can
A researcher best make use of these failures in order to contribute to art therapy knowledge?

Accepted Answer

It is important for a researcher to acknowledge limitations or failures that occurred during a study in order to contribute to the development of art therapy knowledge. By presenting limitations clearly and recognizing that knowledge is constructed by analyzing failure as much as success, the researcher can contribute to the field by providing insight into potential areas for improvement or future research directions. Presenting findings in the most positive light or qualifying limitations does not offer the same level of transparency or potential for growth in the field. Similarly, not publishing the study because of insignificant findings may limit the ability for others to learn from and build upon the researcher's work.

Question 9

Why is some research published even though it may contribute a seemingly insignificant finding or have minor design flaws and limitations?

Accepted Answer

Scholarly journals may publish research with minor flaws or insignificant findings if they contribute new ideas or insights about a timely problem. These studies may also serve as building blocks for future research in the field. Peer review helps ensure the quality of published research, but it is still possible for some limitations to go unnoticed.

Question 10

What are the main differences in how information is presented in the results versus the discussion sections?

Accepted Answer

In the results section, data is presented and analyzed using tables and graphs, whereas in the discussion section, the focus is on putting those findings into context by comparing them to previous research and explaining their implications. Overall, the results section is more focused on presenting the raw data, while the discussion section is more focused on interpreting the data and explaining its significance.

Question 11

Explain "the thin line between success and failure" in conducting a research study and give an example.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Explain "the thin line between success and...

Question 12

Reflect on something you accomplished with a certain degree of skill. What made it "good"? To what extent did "the right way of making something" enhance its quality and your own pride of accomplishment? How can this idea be extended to "correct" procedures or rigor in research?

Accepted Answer

The answer of Reflect on something you accomplished with a...

Question 13

Create an artwork in a medium that requires accuracy or several steps to produce an outcome, such as printmaking or ceramics. Reflect on how "correctness" in procedures contributes to the success of the work and your own self-confidence. Consider its parallels in your goals for conducting a research study.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Create an artwork in a medium that...

Question 14

Apply the reader checklist to a published report of your choice.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Apply the reader checklist to a published...

Question 15

Choose one of the model research reports and summarize its strengths and weaknesses.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Choose one of the model research reports...

Question 16

Use the model research reports to identify what is missing or needed; write an analysis of the report based on your own critique using the standards.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Use the model research reports to identify...

Question 17

Write an analysis of a report in your own words using the report standards; share with others. Select one or two reports from the literature related to your own study and write an analysis using the report standards.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Write an analysis of a report in...

Question 18

Select one or more of the model research reports to critique in a small group discussion, following the report standards. Then apply the same methodology to a research report of your choosing. Justify your analysis using the report standards as your criteria.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Select one or more of the model...

Question 19

Write a memo that identifies your insights into how to conduct your study based on your critique of related research

Accepted Answer

The answer of Write a memo that identifies your insights...

Question 20

Write an imaginary letter to one of the authors of the research reports you evaluated. Pose questions, gently critique the study, or share your empathy with his/her research purposes and goals.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Write an imaginary letter to one of...

Quiz 10: Models of Good Research