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Provide the complete APA 6th edition citation for the action research proposal you are reviewing.

Title

Provide the title of the research proposal. It is usually a statement based on the research question--short and to the point.

Research Topic

Describe the specific topic to be studied in a paragraph. (Be certain that the research question relates to the topic).

Research Problem

Provide a brief statement that fully describes the problem being addressed. Present this in one sentence or no more than one clear concise paragraph.

Research Purpose

Write a brief statement that fully describes the intent of the study or the reason for conducting the study. Present this in one sentence or no more than one clear concise paragraph.

Research Participants

Describe in detail the participants of the study.

Research Question(s)

List the primary research question and any sub questions addressed by the proposed study. The primary research question should flow logically from the problem statement and purpose statement and be very similar in wording although phrased as a question. This may include alternative and null hypotheses as appropriate.

Literature Review

Section

Provide a brief overview of the conceptual framework upon which the study is based. Identify the seminal research and theories that inform the study. Discuss the topics and themes that are used to organize the literature review.

Research Design

Describe the research design and state the type of quantitative or qualitative approach used.

Ethical Considerations

Describe all ethical considerations and provide a rationale for the considerations.

Research Findings

Report all research findings and conclusions found from the study.

Need for the Study

Describe the need for the Study. Provide a rational or need for studying the particular issue or phenomenon.

Practical Implications

Describe any stated practical implications.