Using the research question identified during assessment 1 essay
1; develop a well justified research proposal (use a broad range of
literature to support assertions) that addresses the headings as
numbered below. Note for this assignment not all elements of the
research proposal are required to be included.
Consider carefully the research approach based on the framing
of the question (i.e. congruence between question, research design
and all aspects requested for the research proposal must be
demonstrated).
Present the proposal and the justification discussion under the
following headings:
1. Introduction
2. Research aims, specific objectives of the study and
question
3. Sampling and recruitment of participants
4. Ethical considerations discussion (NB Also attach a UOW
formatted information sheet and consent form as an appendix)
5. Proposed research approach
6. Discussion about the instrument to answer the research
question
7. Issues (e.g. reliability, validity, transferability,
confirmability)
8. Analysis
9. Conclusion
Details:
You are required to develop your own question and proposal.
Develop the proposal in terms of what is doable for Higher Degree
Research Students with limited resources and a time frame of
completion. This proposal and discussion needs to be your own work
and one that has not previously been submitted for review, feedback
or marking.
Essay writing principles apply. Headings may be used. Please
use critical discussion, not bullet points or lists. Support all
statements by referring to appropriate contemporary research based
literature.
