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This week's discussion will focus on the problem statement which lays the foundation for establishing the purpose of the research. Once that has been accomplished, the research is more narrowly defined because the particular variables of interest are identified and their suggested relationship is stated.

Discuss the following:

Explain why it is necessary to have a clearly stated hypothesis before beginning to collect data.
Explain why it is or why it is not necessary for all research projects to be directed by a hypothesis.

Grading Criteria

Objectives	Unacceptable	Emerging (F through D Range)	Satisfactory (C Range)	Above Average (B Range)	Exemplary (A Range)	Actual	Possible
	0 Points	1 to 27 Points	28 to 31 Points	32 to 35 Points	36 to 40 Points		40
Quality of Initial Posting	No initial posting to evaluate.	The information provided is inaccurate, not focused on the assignment’s topic, and/or does not answer the question(s) fully. Response demonstrates incomplete understanding of the topic and/or inadequate preparation.	The information provided is accurate, giving a basic understanding of the topic(s) covered. A basic understanding is when you are able to describe the terms and concepts covered. Despite this basic understanding, initial posting may not include complete development of all aspects of the assignment.	The information provided is accurate, displaying a good understanding of the topic(s) covered. A good understanding is when you are able to explain the terms and topics covered. Initial posting demonstrates sincere reflection and addresses most aspects of the assignment, although all concepts may not be fully developed.	The information provided is accurate, providing an in-depth, well thought-out understanding of the topic(s) covered. An in-depth understanding provides an analysis of the information, synthesizing what is learned from the course/assigned readings.		40
Participation in Discussion	0 Points	1 to 13 Points	14 to 15 Points	16 to 17 Points	18 to 20 Points		20
Participation in Discussion	No responses to other classmates in this discussion forum.	May include one or more of the following: Comments to only one other student's post. Comments are not substantive, such as just one line or saying, “Good job,” or “I agree.” *Comments are off topic.	Comments to two or more classmates’ initial posts but only on one day of the week. Comments are substantive, meaning you reflect and expand on what the other students wrote.	Comments to two or more classmates’ initial posts on more than one day. Comments are substantive, meaning they reflect and expand on what the other students wrote.	Comments to two or more classmates’ initial posts and to the instructor's comment (if applicable) on more than two days. Responses demonstrate an analysis of peers’ comments, building on previous posts. Comments extend and deepen meaningful conversation and may include a follow-up question.		20
Writing Mechanics (Spelling, Grammar, APA) and information literacy	0 Points	1 to 13 Points	14 to 15 Points	16 to 17 Points	18 to 20 Points		20
	No postings for which to evaluate language and grammar.	Numerous issues in any of the following: grammar, mechanics, spelling, use of slang, and incomplete or missing APA citations and references. If required for the assignment, did not use course, text, and/or outside readings (where relevant) to support work.	Some spelling, grammatical, and/or structural errors. Some errors in APA formatting (citations and references). If required for the assignment, utilizes sources to support work for initial post but not comments to other students. Sources include course/text readings but outside sources (when relevant) include non-academic/authoritative, such as Wikis and .com resources.	Minor errors in grammar, mechanics, or spelling in the initial posting. Minor errors in APA formatting (citations and references). If required for the assignment, utilizes sources to support work for both the initial post and some of the comments to other students. Sources include course and text readings as well as outside sources (when relevant) that are academic and authoritative (e.g., journal articles, other text books, .gov websites, professional organization websites).	Minor to no errors in grammar, mechanics, or spelling in both the initial post and comments to others. APA formatting is correct. If required for the assignment, utilizes sources to support work for both the initial post and the comments to other students. Sources include course and text readings as well as outside sources (when relevant) that are academic and authoritative (e.g., journal articles, other text books, .gov websites, professional organization websites).		20
COMMENTS: Place your substantive comments here including what went well (needs to continue) as well as areas for improvement to achieve specified learning outcomes. It is important to individualize feedback and to ensure coaching for improved achievement of learning outcomes in future assignments. It is acceptable to place comments directly within the rubric in the specific criteria area where additional coaching comments need to take place.					Total	0	80
					Late Deduction (if applicable)	0
					Total Points	0	80