Research
Proposal: Full Proposal Assignment Instructions
Overview
The purpose of this assignment is to provide
a full overview of the research process. When this assignment is completed a
full research proposal will have been developed. The only new element is the
narrative literature review. All other
information is from previous assignments with an emphasis on improvement based
on feedback on those assignments. This assignment will include all the elements
of the research proposal you have completed up to this date. You will combine previous
assignments into one continuous proposal (paper) following the steps of the
research process. Use the headings according to APA format to give the paper
organization. This assignment is worth significant points therefore it should
be done with attention to detail.
All feedback from the previous graded assignments should
be addressed in this final paper. This is an important feature of the final
paper. By putting all the information for the proposal in one paper, the
totality of the research process is addressed. The ability to accept feedback
and make corrections is an essential feature of the research process. Full
information from each section should be included in the final paper to receive
full credit in each section of this assignment. Review the grading rubric for
this assignment to ensure you know the required elements of the assignment.
*** Please see the attached. There is a total of 5
attached. This assignment is completed by combining all previous assignments.
You must follow the instructions and rubric. ***
Instructions
1. This paper includes the following previous
assignments revised based on feedback listed below:
a.
The
research question and design. Feedback: All sources are current and
appropriate for the topic. Where are the references used to support the
research design? The number of sources exceeds the required number for the
assignment. All references are from scholarly and peer-reviewed sources.
b.
The Literature
Review.
i.
You will
need to take the information from the literature review matrix and convert it
to a narrative format. The 8 references from the matrix must be used.
ii.
This should be a cohesive and organized flow
of information. Your references must be integrated throughout the body of your
review, not listed independently like an annotated bibliography. Instead, they
must flow in a way that supports your research question by providing the
research findings of other scientists and building your case for the study you
are proposing.
iii.
There
must be very few instances of copying and pasting large quotes from your
sources. Instead, you must articulate the findings accurately using your own
words. Make sure you cite your sources appropriately. The literature review
section needs to end with a summary paragraph that leads into your proposed
research question or hypothesis. For example, “In light of the studies
reviewed, there is a need to conduct further studies that…” would serve as a
good start to a summary paragraph.
c.
The
ethics assignment
d.
Data collection
methodology I – Feedback: The methodology for the measurement of the
variables is outlined well. These variables are clear and determined by the
research question and design. The level of measurement needs to be included.
The level of measurement impacts the statistical procedure that needs to be
used. The survey data is -level data. See pages 454- 456 in the text.
e.
Data
Analysis Methodology II Do not include the possible outcomes
for this paper. It is not appropriate in this context.
2. A full proposal should be at minimum 10 pages
excluding the title and reference pages, though good quality papers will be
longer than this minimum.
3. Current APA format.
4. Include all references from the previous
assignments. If you have used the same reference for more than one section or
assignment, it should only be cited once. There should be a minimum of 15
references for the full proposal. (excluding the textbook and Bible).
Note:
Your assignment will be checked for originality via the Turnitin plagiarism
tool.
Rubric
Research
Question and Design – The background and significance of the research topic to
nursing is clear and well supported by evidence. The research
question/hypotheses is worded well and clearly articulates the purpose of the
research. The key variables are correctly described. The research design as
defined is congruent with the research question. The design is specific and
correctly described. It is congruent with the previous assignment
Literature
Review – The literature review provides: 1. References that are appropriate for
the research question. 2. The review provides a good overview of previous
research on the topic. 3. The literature review organizes the information well.
4. There is a summary paragraph for the review. 5. The 8 references from the
literature review matrix are used in the review.
Ethics
– All ethical requirements are specifically and comprehensively addressed.
Methodology
– The sampling plan is detailed and specific. It includes all the required
elements: Measurement of all variables is discussed in depth including
instruments. The collection of data is thoroughly and well outlined.
Statistical
Analysis – Selection of the statistical procedures is appropriate for the data
and congruent with the research question and the type of data collected. The
description of the statistical procedures is clear and detailed. The level of
significance is included.
Strengths
and Weaknesses Directions for Further Research – The strengths and weaknesses
of the study are well articulated. They are specific and detailed in both
areas. Suggestions for further research are given and based on information in
the full proposal.
Incorporation
of Previous Feedback into Final Paper – Feedback is addressed comprehensively
within the paper. All corrections to formatting are made.
Professional
Writing Factors (APA, Grammar, Spelling, Sentence Structure) – There are
minimal or no grammatical, spelling or punctuation errors. Sources are
documented in the current APA format. Information is very organized and has a
logical flow. The page count requirement of 10 pages is met. All sources
(information and graphics) are scholarly, current, and appropriate to the
topic. There are a minimum of 15 references.