# | Criteria | Mean | S.D.* | # | Criteria | Mean | S.D.* |
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1 | Explicit theoretical framework | 1.88 | 0.77 | 9 | Statistical assessment of reliability and validity of measurement tool(s) (Quantitative only) | 1.03 | 1.12 |
2 | Statement of aims/objectives in main body of report | 2.93 | 0.26 | 10 | Fit between stated research question and method of data collection (Quantitative only) | 2.05 | 0.75 |
3 | Clear description of research setting | 2.98 | 0.15 | 11 | Fit between stated research question and format and content of data collection tool e.g. interview schedule (Qualitative only) | 2.26 | 0.65 |
4 | Evidence of sample size considered in terms of analysis | 0.88 | 1.23 | 12 | Fit between research question and method of analysis (Quantitative only) | 2.28 | 0.64 |
5 | Representative sample of target group of a reasonable size | 1.69 | 0.72 | 13 | Good justification for analytic method selected | 1.26 | 1.01 |
6 | Description of procedure for data collection | 2.93 | 0.26 | 14 | Assessment of reliability of analytic process (Qualitative only) | 1.00 | 0.88 |
7 | Rationale for choice of data collection tool(s) | 2.17 | 0.79 | 15 | Evidence of user involvement in design | 1.29 | 1.17 |
8 | Detailed recruitment data | 1.95 | 1.06 | 16 | Strengths and limitations critically discussed | 2.29 | 0.97 |