Discussion Post
From the below list, select one topic for which you will lead the discussion in the forum this week. Early in the week, reserve your selected topic by posting your response (reservation post) to the Discussion Area, identifying your topic in the subject line. By the due date assigned, research your topic and start a scholarly conversation as you respond with your initial or primary post to your own reservation post in the Discussion Area.
1) Examine the steps in the research project flowchart in the lecture. Synthesize the key outcomes of each step. Critique the possible drawbacks of each step. Assess drawbacks for relevance to your research.
2) Synthesize the key requirements for internal validity of a research project. Assess potential hindrances to internal validity and assess measures to overcome the hindrances. Justify how the selected measures might overcome the hindrances.
3) Synthesize key elements of a research design. Synthesize the major types of research designs. Justify which types of designs are most appropriate for social science research.
4) Summarize the major steps in the analysis phase of a research project. Assess the hindrances to a proper analysis.
The response should include a reference list. One-inch margins, Using Times New Roman 12 pnt font, double-space and APA style of writing and citations.