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EDD605SLP1AssignmentHelp.docxModule 1 - SLP
Introduction to Applied Research and the Research Process
The Case 1 assignment asked you to locate an appropriate research article or report related to a topic in the field of educational leadership. Write a 3- to 5-page paper (use the headings provided below to construct your paper):
Introduction
Provide a brief introductory paragraph.
APA Citation
Provide an APA citation for the article.
Methodology
Provide evidence from the article to explain whether the study is quantitative, qualitative, or mixed methods (both quantitative and qualitative). Next, using the “Differences between Quantitative and Qualitative Research Designs” information below, describe how the article meets the criteria for quantitative, qualitative, or mixed methods. Be sure to address each individual criterion (there are 7) below and provide evidence from the article by either summarizing the information provided or using direct quotes. The Aryiro (2012) text is a useful resource for this portion of the assignment.
Application to Practice
Recommend at least two other audiences that might benefit from this study and discuss how the article is relevant to your current practice as an educational leader.
Conclusion
Provide a brief concluding paragraph.
The Differences between Quantitative and Qualitative Research Designs (Clark & Creswell, 2014)
Identify a Research Problem
Quantitative: The problem calls for an explanation of the relationship among the variables. A measurement of trends in a population is needed.
Qualitative: The problem calls for an exploration because little is known about the problem. A detailed description and understanding about a phenomenon is needed.
Review the Literature
Quantitative: Literature review remains static and is completed before the collection of data; it provides the direction of the study.
Qualitative: Literature review is dynamic and literature can be added as new ideas emerge during collection of data, it informs the researcher’s perspective.
Specify a Purpose
Quantitative: The purpose statement, research questions, and hypothesis are specific and narrow and focus on measurable or observable variables.
Qualitative: The purpose statement and research questions are general and broad and focus on participants’ perspectives about a phenomenon.
Choose a Research Design
Quantitative: Experimental or non-experimental design (true experiment, quasi-experiment, single subject, survey, or correlation).
Qualitative: General qualitative approach or formal qualitative approach (narrative, case study, ethnographic, grounded theory).
Select Participants and Collect Data
Quantitative: The collection of information from a large number of participants, sites, or time points using instruments with preset questions or responses, only numerical data is gathered.
Qualitative: The collection of information from a small number of participants using an interview protocol that allows for open ended questions/answers, words of the participants is gathered.
Analyze Data and Report Results
Quantitative: Analysis and results consist of statistical procedures that compare groups, relate variables, and describe trends.
Qualitative: Results consist of text and image analysis and the development of description and themes.
Draw Conclusion
Quantitative: Conclusion emphasizes a comparison of results with prior predictions and past studies, it is written with an objective and impersonal approach.
Qualitative: Conclusions emphasize statements about the larger meaning of the findings and personal reflections about the findings, it is written with a subjective and reflexive approach.
Reference:
Clark, V. L. & Creswell, J. W. (2015). Understanding research: A consumer’s guide. (2nd Ed.). Upper Saddle River, NJ: Pearson
SLP Assignment Expectations
Your paper will be assessed on the following criteria:
Assignment-driven Criteria: Demonstrates mastery covering all key elements of the assignment in a substantive way.
Critical Thinking/Application to Professional Practice: Demonstrates mastery conceptualizing the problem, and careful consideration of experts or research in the field of educational leadership. Module content and concepts are thoroughly and thoughtfully analyzed, synthesized, and evaluated. Conclusions are logically presented and applied to professional practice in an exceptional manner.
Scholarly Writing: Demonstrates mastery and proficiency in scholarly written communication at the doctoral level.
Quality of References and Assignment Organization: Demonstrates mastery using relevant and quality sources and uses appropriate, relevant, and compelling content from the module readings or other sources to support ideas, convey understanding of the topic and shape the whole work.
Citing Sources: Demonstrates mastery applying APA formatting standards to both in-text citations and the reference list.
Professionalism and Timeliness: Demonstrates excellence in taking responsibility for learning; adhering to course requirement policies and expectations. Assignment submitted on time or collaborated with professor for an approved extension on due date.
