Methodology Plan for Mock Dissertation

Topic

Distinguished

Proficient

Apprentice

Novice

Problem Statement

The problem statement is concise, includes descriptor variables and informs the reader of the exact purpose of the study

The problem statement is concise and informs the reader of purpose of the study

The problem statement is stated

The problem statement is not stated

Research Approach & Strategy

Describes research approach used with rationale for addressing the research questions, citing appropriate methodological literature

Describes research approach used with rationale for addressing the research questions

Lists research approach used

Does not list research approach used

Sources & Data Collection

Explains and justifies type of sample to be used and, if using human participants, how human rights will be protected.

Describes and justifies data collection methods and procedures, including how, when, where, and by whom data were collected.

Explains and justifies type of sample to be used and, if using human participants, how human rights will be protected. Describes and justifies data collection methods and procedures

Lists the type of sample to be used

Does not list the type of sample to be used

Data Collection & Analysis Methods

Describes and justifies methods and statistical tools (if applicable) used for analysis. Discusses measures taken to enhance study validity.

Describes and justifies methods and statistical tools (if applicable) used for analysis.

Lists methods and statistical tools (if applicable) used for analysis.

Does not lists methods and statistical tools (if applicable) used for analysis.

Ethical Consideration & Limitations

Discusses ethical considerations and limitations of research

Discusses ethical considerations

Lists ethical considerations

Does not list ethical considerations