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Section 7: Synthesis: Research Problem, Method, and Design
In this section, you will be applying what you have learned about quantitative and qualitative methods to your research questions from your previous course. You will also be further evaluating your research questions and justifying the type of study you would conduct.

*****Please note your next research course can be either Qualitative Research Design (BTM7108) or Quantitative Research Design (BTM7106).  Please contact your Academic Advisor to indicate which option you would like.*****


Required Reading:
Please refer to each Activity for required readings within Activity Resources.

Assignment 7   Hypothetical Research Designs
Activity Resources
Leong, F. T. L., & Austin, J. T. (2006). The psychology research handbook: A guide for graduate students and research assistants.
Main Task: Formulate Hypothetical Research Designs
Given the two methods below, develop a hypothetical design plan for each method:
Quantitative
Qualitative
For each hypothetical design, provide a discussion of the appropriateness based on course texts and/or suitable supplemental foundational research sources.

Support your paper with a minimum of 5 resources. In addition to these specified resources, other appropriate scholarly resources, including older articles, may be included.

Length: 5-7 pages not including title and reference pages

Your paper should demonstrate thoughtful consideration of the ideas and concepts that are presented in the course and provide new thoughts and insights relating directly to this topic. Your response should reflect scholarly writing and current APA standards. Be sure to adhere to Northcentral University's Academic Integrity Policy.

Submit your document in the Course Work area below the Activity screen.

Learning Outcomes: 1, 5, 6, 10
Assignment Outcomes
Argue the criteria for selection of a research method.
Justify quantitative research designs when appropriate.
Justify qualitative research designs when appropriate
Assess the relative strengths and weaknesses of each research methodology.