Research Proposal:

Question 1

Research Concepts

Answer 1

Approach:
Design:
Techniques:

Question 2

Choose between qualitative, quantitative, or mixed methods based on your research problem, your experience, or your intended audience.
(Reference: Creswell, 2003)

Answer 2

Approach:

Question 3

The research design is the strategy or plan you follow.
Examples:

Experimental design for quantitative research

Narrative design for qualitative research

Answer 3

Design:

Question 4

Methods used to collect data, such as:

Rating behaviors

Field observation

Close-ended and open-ended measures
(Creswell, 2003)

Answer 4

Techniques

Question 5

Parts of the Method Section

Answer 5

Design
population and Locale
Data Gathering Tools (Instruments)
Data Collection and Gathering Procedure
Data Analysis
Ethical Consideration

Question 6

State your research approach and design clearly.

Include a definition of the design from a credible source or authority.

Answer 6

Design

Question 7

Define the subjects of your study (participants).

Describe the location or setting where the research will take place.

Answer 7

Population and Locale

Question 8

List and describe the tools or instruments you will use to collect data (e.g., surveys, questionnaires, interview guides).

Answer 8

Data Gathering Tools (Instruments)

Question 9

explain step-by-step how data will be collected.

Detail the exact process to ensure clarity and replicability.

Answer 9

Data Collection and Gathering Procedure

Question 10

Describe how you will analyze the data.

Include the statistical or logical methods you will use to organize, summarize, and interpret data.

Answer 10

Data Analysis

Question 11

Address ethical issues in your study (e.g., confidentiality, consent).

Sometimes included together with data collection procedures.

Answer 11

Ethical Consideration