Research Proposal Grading Components:
\n1) Specific Aims (1-1.5 pages)
\na. Research topic is clear and researchable
\nb. Brief introduction of the research problem
\ni. 1-2 paragraphs
\nc. Specific aims (1), research questions (1), hypotheses (1) or a priori assumption
\n(1) are listed
\nd. Minimum 2 references
\n2) Literature Section (3-4 pages)
\na. The literature section is a synthesis of the research related to your question.
\ni. This means that you examined all the literature about your research
\nquestion and summarized the information
\nii. You described the research that is related to your main research question
\nand topic (e.g., family-level poverty and children\u2019s mental health)
\niii. Explained the research findings relevant to your topic
\niv. An extensive literature review consists of more than 10 references, but
\nwe have decided that minimum of 8 reputable references would be
\nadequate
\n3) Framework and Map (1-2 pages)
\na. You can choose a framework outside of nursing
\nb. Describe the framework chosen (2-3 paragraphs only!)
\nc. Explain how this framework applies to your research study
\nd. Minimum two references
\n4) Concept Map (1 page)
\na. This is a visual depiction of your research study using the chosen theoretical
\nframework or conceptual framework
\ni. Must use boxes and arrows (select drawing tools in your word processing
\nprogram)
\nii. Boxes must contain the information (data variables) that will be collected
\n5) Research Methodology-Sample Section and Data Collection-Data Analysis Section (2-
\n4 pages)
\na. Methodology Section
\ni. Overview of the methodology needed to examine the problem (1-2
\nparagraphs)
\nii. Provide a rationale for the basis of the particular methodology chosen (1-
\n2 paragraphs)
\niii. Methodology appropriate for research
\nb. Sample Section
\ni. Sample population
\nii. Where will sample be drawn from
\niii. Sample size calculated using power analysis or quota sampling
\niv. Sampling techniques
\n1. How will the sample be recruited?
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\na. Probabilistic sampling techniques (e.g., simple random
\nsampling, systematic sampling, stratified sampling, and
\ncluster sampling)
\nb. Explain how randomization will be done (e.g., for simple
\nrandomization will select every 3rd name on the admitting
\nsheet
\nc. Non-probabilistic (e.g., purposeful, convenience and so
\nforth)
\ni. Explain how this will be done
\nv. Sample characteristics
\n1. Describe:
\na. Inclusion characteristics
\nb. Exclusion characteristics
\nc. Data Collection Section
\ni. Data collection
\n1. How will the data be collected (e.g., survey, interviews, focus
\ngroups)?
\n2. Description of data collection strategies
\nii. Where data will be collected (e.g., home, office, by mail, telephone, in\u0002person)
\niii. How long will data collection take place
\n1. Additional instruments used to collect data (e.g., Beck\u2019s
\nDepression Scale)
\n2. Note the validity of instrument (Cronbach alpha score)
\nd. Data Analysis Section:
\ni. How will data be analyzed?
\nii. Statistical tests used to analyze data (e.g., t-test, Pearson\u2019s R, frequency
\ncounts, mean, average, ANOVA, content analysis)
\niii. Discussion about what the data is analyzing
\niv. Minimum 4 references for this entire section
\n6) Scholarly Writing
\nYour research proposal is worth 75 points. Each section has been assigned points. To get the
\nmaximum number of points, adhere to the criteria listed for each section.
\nAll research proposals must meet the standards for scholarly writing and graduate level work.
\nYour research proposal should be well written (clarity), have the appropriate type and number
\nof references, and meet APA (7th edition) formatting standards.
\nResearch Proposal Content, References, and APA Grading Criteria
\nClarity
\nMechanics: Correct sentence structure, grammar, and appropriate capitalization.
\nCorrect punctuation and style, no spelling errors, no run-on sentences, no sentence
\nfragments, no incomplete thoughts, and dangling participles. NO QUOTES ALLOWED –
\nPARAPHRASE
\nLanguage: No medical jargon, no colloquialisms (slang and informal ways of speaking)
\nunless using this language for a reason (repeating a conversation or giving an
\nexample).
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\nClarity Summary
\n1) Organized in a logical manner
\n2) Correct usage of grammar and style
\n3) Medical jargon not used or explained
\n4) Complete sentences used
\n5) Correct spelling
\n6) No quotes allowed
\nReferences Format
\n1) Paper had appropriate number of references (if applicable)
\n2) References were appropriate
\na. References must be current (most references should not be older than
\n10 years old unless a seminal work or not much research has been
\ndone in this area)
\n3) PEER reviewed reputable journals
\n4) You may use only one of each of the following:
\na. Reputable website only (e.g., CDC)
\nb. Reputable newspaper article only (e.g., New York Times).
\n5) Research findings from primary sources (this is considered original research)
\na. You may not use review articles, meta-analysis, or literature reviews
\n6) Textbooks can only be used if you are using a theoretical framework as part
\nof your analytical framework
\n7) References cited correctly
\na. In-text
\nb. References list
\ni. Must be on a separate page
\nii. References (the word) centered
\n8) Correct APA citing (in-text and references list)
\na. Hanging indent used (references list)
\nb. Double spacing
\nc. Volume #
\nd. Issue # if available
\ne. Correct doi format:
\ni. https:\/\/doi.org\/10.1037\/arc0000014 (new format) – PREFERRED
\nii. http:\/\/dx.doi.org\/10.1037\/arc0000014
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\n9) Journal URL if doi unknown
\nAPA Format
\na. Correct APA format was used
\nb. Correct Serif or Sans Serif font
\nc. Title page
\nd. Page numbers in the header (top of the page; right)
\ne. Correct margins (1 inch)
\nf. Using APA number format in the body of the paper
\ng. Capitalizations
\nh. Headings
\ni. Paragraph indents (0.5)
\nj. Hanging indent command used for citations on the References page.
\nk. Left justification
\nl. Double spaced
\nm. Document named correctly \u2013 Last Name Assignment name
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\nGrade Explanation
\nLevel of Expected
\nAchievement
\nEarned Points for
\nAssignment
\nPercentage Letter Grade
\nProficient 71.25 – 75 95 \u2013 100% A
\nDeveloping 67.5 \u2013 71.24 90 \u2013 94% <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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