Assignment
Length: 6 pages.
This is for a research methods class. Have an understanding of how to do a research paper proposal. The proposal you'll be writing for this class is a proposal to conduct research. Because you can't actually implement a solution to the problem you've identified, you will be explaining why the problem needs to be addressed and how you'll conduct research to find a solution. Your proposal does not outline a solution to the problem. Instead it will explain the problem, the need for a solution, and outline how you will go about researching that solution. Should include a purpose, Summary, Introduction, Annotated bibliography, proposed program/plan of work, Budget and schedule.
Purpose
What is the purpose of your proposal? Clearly explain the purpose of your document. For an unsolicited proposal, the statement of purpose can convince a reader to keep going and not simply recycle the proposal.
Summary
What content is included in the proposal? The summary is a very brief synopsis of the document where you provide a quick overview of the proposal. Again, the summary should have enough information to compel the reader to keep going, but not so much as to overwhelm them.
Introduction
What problem or problems will the proposed project address? In this section the writer defines the problem by answering the four questions addressed by your Preliminary Research Statement: What is wrong? What is lacking? What is unknown? What is the need? As well as who will benefit from your addressing the problem.
This section also gives some background regarding the problem and explains how it developed. By providing some history or context, readers can understand the scope of the problem and be convinced of the need to find a solution.
Finally, tailor your language to the reader. If the proposal recipient is an expert in your field then jargon may be appropriate. If they are not, consider using more common language and defining key terms.
In order to tailor the proposal to your reader, it's important to have a clear idea of who that reader or audience will be. You'll need to know the following: who will read the proposal, their degree of familiarity with the topic, existing knowledge, why your proposal is of interest to them, and why they would be interested in finding a solution.
Annotated Bibliography
Sometimes an annotated bibliography is also referred to as a Review of Literature. That name indicates both its form and function. The annotated bib should show the reader what research has already been conducted on this topic and interpret that information to reach a conclusion about the relevance of your study and how it might contribute to the existing knowledge base.
Format your assignment according to the give formatting requirements:
a. The answer must be double spaced, typed, using Times New Roman font (size 12), with one-inch margins on all sides.
b. The response also includes a cover page containing the title of the assignment, the course title, the student's name, and the date. The cover page is not included in the required page length.
c. Also include a reference page. The references and Citations should follow APA format. The reference page is not included in the required page length.