Purpose
This assignment is intended to help you learn to do the following:
- Describe what is meant by a variable in research design.
- Explain what is meant by causation in research.
- Describe the unit of analysis in a research study.
- Explain how to evaluate a research study for the research design and why this is important.
Overview
In this assignment, you are required to refer back to the readings, reflect upon them, and use the readings to answer questions about different concepts of research. Some of these research concepts are contained in the journal article you located for the Journal Article Search assignment. You may refer to the article to locate these concepts.
To successfully complete the assignment, you are expected to read and study all assigned readings for this module. It is highly recommended that you familiarize yourself with the grading criteria provided. Ensure you cover all relevant information expected of you in the assignment. Use at least two references, in addition to your textbook, to support your writing.
Action Items
- Read all the material required for this module before attempting this assignment.
- Complete the discussion post(s) for this module prior to working on this assignment.
- In a 2- to 3-page paper, address the following:
- What is the research design?
- Describe what is meant by a unit of analysis in a research study.
- Explain what is meant by causation in research.
- Describe what variables are in research design.
- Your paper is to include your name, the assignment name and number, the course and section number, and the date on your title page. Format your paper and cite ALL sources according to current APA style.
- You may Submit to Grammarly for feedback on your writing.
- Submit your assignment. Your work will automatically be checked by Turnitin.
- Review your Submission Details and access your Turnitin report. Revise your work as needed based on the feedback.
- By the due date indicated, re-submit the final version of your work.