AOD Propose a Research Topic - Education major

Propose a Research Topic Due Thursday 9/21 In 1-2 Typed Page (50 pts.)

◦ Describe the topic and rationale for study. � Why do you want to study? Purpose? Who benefits?

◦ State and explain two (2) different research hypotheses. They can be related and together help to answer a research question.

� Categorize the hypotheses ◦ What are the IV’s and DV?

� Give at least two (2) operational and conceptual definitions for your variables?

◦ How might this be studied? � Qualitative vs. Quantitative � Experimental vs. Non Experimental

10_ Topic Discussion and Rationale

Purpose (Theoretical, Anecdotal, Benefits, etc.?) 10_ Research Hypothesis 10_ Variables identified and described

Independent Dependent

10_ Variables Operationally Defined 10_ Possible Method of study 50_ Total