course materials

1. Blazer, D.G. (2007). Religious beliefs, practices and mental health
outcomes: What is the research question? American Journal of Geriatric
Psychiatry, 15, 269-272.
Blazer, D.G. (2007). Religious beliefs, practices and mental health outcomes: What is the
research question? American Journal of Geriatric Psychiatry, 15, 269-272.Blazer, D.G.
(2007). Religious beliefs, practices and mental health outcomes: What is the research
question? American Journal of Geriatric Psychiatry, 15, 269-272. Permalink: https://
/blazer-d-g-2007-…iatry-15-269-272/ ?Newton, Bower, and Williams (2004) outline the
process of devising and revising a research question, be it descriptive, relational, or
comparative. After reading their paper, write a three-page paper that aIDresses the
following: 1. How do descriptive research questions differ from questions of relationship?
From questions of comparison? 2. How should a researcher determine if prior research
exists on her intended research topic? 3. What factors should be used to gauge the quality of
previous research? Why are these important in making this assessment? 4. Should
formulation of a research question precede or follow consultation with the scholarly
literature? Please explain.Assignment Expectations You are expected to consult the
scholarly literature in preparing your paper; you are also expected to incorporate relevant
background readings. Your paper should be written in your own words. This will enable me
to assess your level of understanding. In order to earn full credit, you must clearly show that
you have read ALL required background materials. Be sure to cite your references in the
text of all papers and on the reference list at the end. For examples, look at the way the
references are listed in the modules and on the background reading list. Proofread your
paper to be sure grammar and punctuation are correct and that each part of the assignment
has been aIDress clearly and completely. Length: 3 pages typed, double-spaced.Background
articles/References:http://www.socialresearchmethods.net/kb/probform.htmBlazer, D.G.
(2007). Religious beliefs, practices and mental health outcomes: What is the research
question? American Journal of Geriatric Psychiatry, 15, 269-272.Chien, A., Coker, T., Choi, L.,
Slora, E., Bodnar, P., Weiley, V., . . .Johnson, J. (2006).What do pediatric primary care
providers think are important research questions? A perspective from PROS
providers.Ambulatory Pediatrics, 6, 352-355.Newton, J.T., Bower, E.J., & Williams, A.C.
(2004). Research in primary dental care part 2: Developing a research question. British
Dental Journal, 196, 605-608.