Unit V Assignment

Complete the assignment by addressing each of the following;

1. Topic—In an introductory paragraph, identify the topic of interest and how this research topic fills a research gap within the larger body of literature related to the topic. 2. Research Method—Write two or three paragraphs in which you discuss the research method and the rationale for the selection of the method for this study. Support the rationale by citing peer-reviewed journal articles. Select ONE of the following: a. Quantitative method—Discuss the independent variable and dependent variable. b. Qualitative method—Discuss the phenomenon. c. Mixed methods—Discuss both the quantitative and qualitative aspects of the study. 3. Research Design – Write two or three paragraphs in which you discuss the research design and the rationale for the selection of the design for this study. Support the rationale by citing peer-reviewed journal articles. Review the course lecture and/or the course textbook for the list of research designs related to the research method that you select. 4. Target Population – Write two or three paragraphs in which you discuss the population and target population that you will employ in your research. How will you increase generalizability? Cite peer-reviewed journal articles. 5. Conclusion – Write a concluding paragraph in which you summarize the content of the essay.

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