WHAT ARE THE SHORT-TERM EFFECTS OF DIVORCE ON CHILDREN?
Description:
Research Proposal Begin with a brief, one paragraph introduction that specifies the general research question being addressed and why this is something of relevance to the field of social work. Then structure your proposal according to the following headings:
Literature review – In 2-3 pages summarize the recent literature that provides a rationale and context for your hypothesis.
Hypothesis – Specify your hypothesis. In a short paragraph indicate whether the hypothesis is non-directional or directional (and if directional, type) and what the independent and dependent variables are.
Methodology – This is a fairly substantial section – anywhere from 4-6 pages. Address the following subsections:
Research design
Sampling design
Instrumentation, including how you would operationalize the independent and dependent variables and any other demographic or background information you would want to collect
Protection of Human Subjects – In about 1 page describe the potential risks, what you could do to mitigate them, how and from whom you would obtain consent (if needed), and how you would maintain anonymity or confidentiality of information.
Data Analysis Plan – In no more than 1 page discuss the statistical procedures you would use to test your hypothesis. Identify the level of statistical significance (alpha) you will set as a criterion and your rationale for establishing that cut-off. State whether you will use a one- or two-tailed test and why.
Strengths and Limitations – In about 2 paragraphs identify what you think are the major strengths and limitations of your proposed study. What potential contributions can it make to advanced generalist social work? What won’t you be able to say?
End the proposal with a one paragraph conclusion.