During this week, you learned about paradigmatic perspectives, quantitative methodology, and quantitative designs. Last week, your assignment was to envision your research focus from both theoretical and applied research approaches.
This week, you are to consider research into your topic using quantitative methodology. To complete this assignment, you will use the Week 3 discussion of research questions and the Week 2 problem and purpose statements (as refined through feedback received). These statements should align with the focus and scope (i.e., theoretical or applied) of your degree program. In this assignment, you will propose alignment of paradigmatic perspective, quantitative methodology, and one quantitative design.
Organize your work as follows:
- Part 1: one-paragraph summary of your evolving topical area of interest
- Part 2: your refined problem and purpose statements
- Part 3: one potential research question and related hypotheses
- Part 4: a side-by-side presentation (see example) of paradigmatic perspective, quantitative methodology, and at least two quantitative designs
Paradigmatic PerspectiveMethodologyDesign(s)
Quantitative
Quantitative
- Part 5: one page stating the justification of your choices, including how your choices best suit investigating your refined problem statement and fulfilling the purpose of the research
Length: 2-3 pages, excluding title and reference pages.
References: Include a minimum of 4 scholarly resources, which can include research guides.
The completed assignment should address all of the assignment requirements, exhibit evidence of concept knowledge, and demonstrate thoughtful consideration of the content presented in the course. The writing should integrate scholarly resources, reflect academic expectations and current APA standards, and adhere to Northcentral University’s Academic Integrity Policy.
When applicable, conduct a Turnitin pre-check and then upload your completed assignment and click the Submit to Dropbox button.
Signature Assignment Reminder
The culminating signature assignment for this course has two parts. Part I is a paper putting together a mini research proposal worth 15% of your final grade and Part II is a Research and Toolkit Journal worth 15% of your final grade. Although there is a reflection section intended to be completed in Week 8, there are weekly sections that you should complete each week while the information is still fresh in your mind. To ensure you are prepared and have adequate time to complete this assignment, please review the instructions by looking ahead to the signature assignment and download the template provided for your use in completing the assignment. Contact your professor if you have questions.
CITI Completion Reminder
In Week 7, you will be asked to upload your CITI completion certificate related to the protection of human research subjects. Completing the modules is a considerable assignment. We recommend that you complete them throughout the first 6 weeks to balance the work. Contact your professor if you have any questions.