Research Question
Following Seminar 1 write your current research question.
Research Methodology
What methodology would you propose to test your research question and why this is the best one?
Theoretical Foundation and/or Conceptual Framework
List 1- to 2-potential theoretical foundations and/or conceptual frameworks that may guide your study. State the key concepts of the theory and how they are related. For conceptual framework, describe the particular "lens" this framework offers for your study.
Gaps
Identify at least 1 potential gap
Assumptions, Limitations, and Delimitations
Identify at least 1 assumption, limitation, and delimitation.
Controlling and Managing Bias
Identify one strategy for controlling and managing bias in your research.
Summary of the Literature/Logical Fallacies
Attach a brief outline that describes the flow of your intended literature review. Describe one logical fallacy and how you will guard against this in your own writing.
Synthesis of the Literature
Write 1 paragraph that provides a synthesis of at least 3 articles that approach your topic from different perspectives.
Implications for Future Research
What implications will your study have on future research?
Contributions to Discipline and to Social Change
What contributions will your research make to the discipline and society?
Note: Social change implications are expressed in terms of tangible improvements to individuals, communities, organizations, institutions, cultures, or societies.