Directions/Scoring Rubric for Grade

Translational Science:

Read the tips on "Finding Experimental (Empirical) Research Articles."

Pay special attention to the sections on "Scholarly Research Articles"

the "Structure of An Experimental Article"

Select an empirical biopsychological research article from peer-

reviewed psychology journal.

Then provide a brief critique and summary of the article following the

rubric provided followed by an application of the findings of the article

to an applied concern. The body of the paper should consist of four

pages, typed and double-spaced text with approximately 30-50% of the

text devoted to translation and application of research finding to a

practical concern. The paper should be written in APA format and

should include Title Page, Abstract, the Body of the Paper (4 pages),

and a list of References. There should be at least two sources including

the chosen article.

Helpful hints for paper:

When writing about the application part of the paper, write how we can

apply the science of that article to the general field of psychology.

Choose an article that has a quantitative experimental research design.

Choose a study that has a start and finish.