Discussion: Creating a Statistical Research Plan
Throughout the course, you were asked to discuss research questions from your professional life or research interests that can be tested with statistics. In this capstone discussion, reflect on your thought process regarding the use of parametric and nonparametric statistics in psychological research. Articulate the challenges you might face in writing a Capella Research Plan for a quantitative dissertation. What is a research question you would study, and what statistical procedure(s) would you likely use to test your research question? How do you see this quantitative study contributing to psychological theory and in terms of practical applications?
The response should include a reference list. Double-space, using Times New Roman 12 pnt font, one-inch margins, and APA style of writing and citations.