OBJECTIVE:
This assignment is to evaluate a learner’s
skills in developing a Chapter 1 of a research proposal.
REQUIREMENT:
Identify
your area of interest for a research study relevant to nursing and healthcare
practice and develop Chapter 1 of the research proposal.
i.
Chapter 1 – Introduction
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An introduction that identifies your topic
(The introduction emphasizes contradictory
findings and limitations of previous research and the ways in which the paper
will contribute to further knowledge about the research topic)
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The background, problem statement (The problem statement is concise, includes
descriptor variables, and informs the reader of the exact purpose/
justification of the study)
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Aims /specific objectives or research
questions/ hypotheses (if applicable)
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Theoretical Framework and
Conceptual Framework (it is important to determine what theories and ideas exist
in relation to your chosen subject. The theoretical framework also provides
scientific justification for your investigation: it shows that your research is
not just coming “out of the blue,” but that it is both grounded in and based on
scientific theory.)
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Operational definitions (Basic assumptions are stated and specify
certain conditions that must exist for the study to proceed, limitations or
possible shortcomings are acknowledged by the researcher)
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Ethical considerations (This sub-heading is part of the chapter 3 in
future. It is included in the assignment because ethical considerations should
be applied in any research project as earlier as proposal preparation)
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Significance /applied value of the research.