6-8 pages
Provide theoretical foundation for conducting research in criminal justice and criminology
Use the library, Internet, and other available resources to develop a 6-8 page research proposal that includes the following:
Introduction to your topic and related issues (variables)
Purpose statement
Literature review
Research question and hypothesis
The research methodology to be used
Any questionnaires, interview questions, or research tools that you intend to use
How your results will be measured and analyzed
How your results will be presented
TEMPLATE:
Individual Project
Student Name
American Intercontinental University
Dr. Telesco
Abstract
(Summary of the paper. Here is where you sum up in about a paragraph what the paper will examine. Please do not re -write this informational sentence - it is only here to guide you).
Introduction and Variables
Write the draft of the introduction to the topic and related issues (variables) that impact this issue. Include here the Research questions AND HYPOTHESIS as well. Remember that a HR (Hypothesis) is a prediction NOT a question. Please do not re -write this informational sentence - it is only here to guide you).
RQ: (for example) Does the participation in after school programs help to reduce juvenile delinquency?
HR: (for example) Juveniles who participate in after school programs are less likely to be delinquent than those who do not.
Statement of the Purpose
Follow the introduction with a summary statement of the purpose for your research. Please do not re -write this informational sentence - it is only here to guide you).
Literature Review
Name of the Article # 1
(brief summary (one or two paragraphs) of what the article is telling you) - NOTE: do this for all 10 articles or references
Then, develop a literature review (annotated bibliography) with a minimum of 10 references that will begin the research for your research project. Please do not re -write this informational sentence - it is only here to guide you).
Data Collection Method
How do you intend to gather the data for your study? Explain. Please do not re -write this informational sentence - it is only here to guide you).
Questionnaire
Statistical Analysis
What are 3-4 types of statistical methods can be used to analyze the data? Explain in detail. What are the advantages and disadvantages of each type of statistical data analysis method? Explain. Which method do you prefer to use most? Why? Please do not re -write this informational sentence - it is only here to guide you).