Using the WilmU library database or value internet database, you must select a research article from established, professional, peer reviewed journals that reflects quantitative research relevant to human services that was conducted in the U.S. after 2002.

Only an article using quantitative research should be used, this means that the research should be using experiments and/or a survey to collect their data. Observations or Interviews are Qualitative Methods and need to be avoided. Ideally, the research should focus on intervention such as programs (no clinical trials) which have practical applications to programs delivered through human services organizations – including community-based, nonprofit, schools, public sector, or faith-based organizations. Only original quantitative research should be used; not on opinion, assessment or summary article of previous research.

*Tip: Try to build towards your final project by reviewing an article which can be used as a reference for your Outcomes Measurement Plan & Logic Model Final Project.

For this Assignment:

• Use the attached form for analyzing the research.
• Cite each article in APA format and provide a sufficient explanation to demonstrate that the research is quantitative.
• Submit by end of the week Sunday 11:59 PM EST.

Resources for Assignment:

• Finding Research – (Links to an external site.)This video clip reviews procedures for identifying experimental research when searching the library database.
• WilmU Library Database Tutorials – These tutorials will provide you with searching strategies when searching for articles using the library databases.
• Quantitative Research using Experimental Design (Links to an external site.)
• Quantitative Research Paper Description and Rubric

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Research Construct(s) – What is the general “concept” being examined and measured?

The central concept being examined and measured in this research is the characteristics and impacts of human service organizations based on the programs or initiatives the organizations develop to support the homeless youths.

Summarize the Purpose of the Research:

From this study, the researchers aimed at exploring the features and impact of specialized settings such as drop-in centers which do not offer accommodation as well as multi-program settings and transitional housing program which offer residential…