Writing A Research Proposal

Question 1

Introduction includes:

Answer 1

1. Problem statement
2. Purpose
3. Research question

Question 2

Literature Review

Answer 2

highlights what we know about a topic and what remains to be answered

provides context and background information

Question 3

Theoretical Framework

Answer 3

what existing theories can provide an explanation for the research problem

Question 4

Quantitative Methods include:

Answer 4

• surveys
• census information
• structured interviews
• structured focus groups
• participant and nonparticipant observation
• controlled setting observation
• content analysis

Question 5

Qualitative Methods include:

Answer 5

• unstructured or semi structured interviews
• unstructured or semi structured focus groups
• unstructured or semi structured observation
• content analysis

Question 6

Bivariate Analysis

Answer 6

examining a relationship between independent and dependent variables

Question 7

Research Proposal

Answer 7

A document that presents information to support why a potential research project should be completed