Quantitative Analysis and Argumentation

Quantitative Prospectus Instructions for Learners

General Instructions

Additional Information for Completing Each Slide

Use this template only if you have a Quantitative topic.

This is a working document. You will work on and revise this PPT starting in year one of your program up through x-955.

Instructions per Course Type:

Research (RES) Courses: Refer to your course syllabus to determine which slides you should complete or revise.

Residency (RSD) Courses:

RSD-851 - complete slides in RSD1 section.

RSD-883/881 & x-955 – revise/update slides from RSD1 and complete slides in RSD2 section.

Requirements, hints, and alignment notes are found in the Speaker Notes section.

To view speaker notes, click the “View” tab at the top of the application and select “notes.”

Hint: You may need to expand the notes section in order to see all of the notes contained for each slide.

To view comments/feedback from faculty, click the “review” tab at the top of the application and select “Show Comments.”

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Instructions for Faculty

General Instructions

Additional Information

Written feedback is to be provided via bubble comments.

Comments can be created by holding Ctrl+M (for PC) or Command+Shift+M (Mac) on your keyboard, or via the Review tab.

To access the Comment pane, click the “review” tab and select “Show comments.”

The notes section in each slide contains the slide requirements.

Feedback should be focused on helping the learner meet the slide requirements.

See the supplementary faculty job aid materials for grading and other resources.

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Proposed Dissertation Topic Title

Learner Name

Course Instructor

Submission Date

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Alignment Table

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Objective:

The alignment table provides a visual organization of the research components of the dissertation topic. As changes are made to the components on this slide, learners should copy the changes to the appropriate slides.

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Literature Review: Background to the Problem

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Objective:

The outline on this slide is used in the Prospectus to develop the Background of the Study in Chapter 1 and the Background of the Problem Space in Chapter 2.

Slide Requirements:

Present findings from prior research related to the history of the problem in practice, issue, and/or topic.

In bullet format, provide a history of:

When and how the problem emerged in the literature.

Describe trends in research and literature since its emergence.

Describe how the research focus has changed over the past five years.

Support information with empirical citations.

Hints:

Research older than 5 years is allowed for bullets (a) and (b) above.

Primary sources (not secondary sources) must be cited.

Use the GCU Library Doctoral Research guide! https://libguides.gcu.edu/QuantitativeDoctoralResearch/Empirical

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Literature Review: Problem Space

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Objective:

The outline on this slide is used in the Prospectus to develop the Introduction/Background of the Study in Chapter 1 and the Background of the Problem Space in Chapter 2.

Slide Requirements:

In bullet format, describe the problem space related to the topic from empirical literature or research. The following bullets are required for this slide:

State the problem in practice, issue, and/or topic to be studied.

Describe what is already known about the problem, issue, and/or topic from recent and relevant empirical research.

Describe what still needs to be studied or understood about the problem, issue, and/or topic from recent and relevant empirical research.

Synthesize the overall problem space into a 2-3 sentence argument demonstrating the relevance and need for your proposed topic.

Citations are required for each description and/or argument.

Hint:

Using empirical literature dated primarily within the past 5 years, identify and support what still needs to be understood regarding the problem space through a combination of arguments:

Professional and/or broader societal need identified in the literature

Directions for future research based on limitations, recommendations, and/or conflicting findings

Synthesis of broader topics to study in combination

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Literature Review: Theoretical Foundations

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Objective:

In the Proposal this information is used to develop the research questions for chapter 1 and 3. It is expanded significantly in Chapter 2.

Slide Requirements:

There should be one slide for each theory, model, or concept in outline format.

Duplicate this slide if more than one is needed (right click on the slide, click “Duplicate Slide”)

For each, describe the overall theory/model/concept using seminal citations.

Focus on describing the theory/model/concept and how it will be used in the proposed topic, not how it has been used in prior studies.

If a visual is available, it may be included. Visuals do not replace a written explanation.

Every variable must be defined using a theory, model, or concept.

Indicate which variable(s) this theory, model, or concept is defining.

4. If using two or more theories or models, indicate how one theory or model informs the other, if applicable.

Hints:

Ways to find models or theories are:

Find studies related to your topic and see what theoretical foundation theory, model, or concept they used. Then research it to find a quantitative instrument that is used to collect data on it.

Look for validated quantitative instruments that measure variables you are studying.

Do a GCU Library or Google Scholar search on the instrument to see which theory, model, or concept the author(s) used.

Examine the theory, model, or concept the instrument author(s) used to create their instrument.

Once identified, trace back historically to the creator of the initial theory, model or concept to find the seminal source.

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Literature Review: Review of Literature

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Objective:

In the Prospectus this slide is used to provide an outline of the topics/themes that will be included in the Review of Literature section, which is 30+ pages in Chapter 2.

Slide Requirements:

Identify 3-5 major topics/themes in the literature related to the proposed problem space

Each bullet should include:

2-3 sentences defining/describing each topic

At least 3 empirical sources supporting each topic

Hints:

For quantitative studies, themes could include:

Studies describing and/or relating the variables

Studies on related research such as factors associated with the themes

Studies on the instruments used to collect data

Studies on the broad population for the study

Studies defining the need from a community, professional, or organizational perspective

Studies similar to the topic

If additional space is needed, duplicate this slide.

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Problem Statement

It is not known…

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Objective:

This slide is used to provide the problem statement, which will be expanded upon in the Chapter 2: Problem Statement section.

Slide Requirements:

State the specific problem for research with a single, clear, declarative sentence.

Alignment: The problem statement must align with the established problem space as described on previous slides.

Hints:

The problem statement does not include citations.

Unless specifically stated by the problem space, the problem statement does not include a specific population or geographic location.

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Variables

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Objective:

State and define each variable in table format. The table is used in Chapter 3: Research Questions and Hypotheses in the dissertation template.

Slide Requirements:

Complete the table for each variable.

In column 1, along with variable name, identify the role of the variable in the study if applicable (e.g., independent, dependent, predictor, criterion, moderator, etc.).

Included citations as appropriate.

Hints:

The conceptual definition is ‘what does it mean’. Refer back to the theoretical foundation slide(s).

An operational definition is how one recognizes the construct under investigation. In psychology, the operational definition is often a behavior. The scale (instrument) provides a measurement of the operational definition. For example, extraversion is operationalized as the desire of an individual to seek social activity. The scale then measures the extent of the operational definition, which becomes a measure of the extent to which an individual seeks out social activity.

The measurement level is whether the variable is nominal, ordinal, interval, or ratio.

The instrument/data source is the name of the instrument used to measure the variable.

Most variables are measured via a valid and reliable instrument.

Other acceptable data source may include:

Demographic questionnaire if the variable is commonly reported via this method.

Archival data.

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RQ1:

H10

H1A

RQ2:

H20

H2A

Add additional RQs if needed

Research Questions & Hypotheses

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Objective:

State and define each research question and hypothesis. This information is expanded upon in Chapter 3: Research Questions and Hypotheses in the dissertation template.

Slide Requirements:

State the research question(s) and hypotheses guiding the proposed study.

State the hypotheses for each research question.

If using only one research question, a minimum of two sets of hypotheses is required.

Alignment: Research questions and hypotheses must align with the problem statement presented on the previous slide.

Hints:

Do not introduce new variables/constructs in the research questions that were not introduced in the problem statement or theoretical foundation.

One research question may have more than one set of hypotheses.

Because the variables have been formally defined on the previous slide, it is unnecessary to include the instrument name as part of the RQ or hypothesis. The definition of the variable carries with it the inherent characteristics of the variable as defined on Slide 10.

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Methodology Justification

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Objectives:

The approach on this slide is used to justify the methodology using methodology articles and resources

The information presented on this slide is used to develop one of the three paragraphs comprising the methodology section in Chapter 3. In addition, a second paragraph is added justifying why the opposite methodology is not as appropriate. A third paragraph is developed that uses similar and related empirical articles to justify the proposed methodology for the study

Slide Requirements:

First Column (Quantitative):

Describe the main attributes of quantitative methodology, citing 2-3 empirical and/or seminal sources.

Justify why quantitative methodology is appropriate for the proposed topic based on those attributes.

Second Column (Qualitative)

Describe the main attributes of qualitative methodology, citing 2-3 empirical and/or seminal sources.

Justify why qualitative methodology is not appropriate for the proposed topic based on those attributes.

Hint:

Do not summarize prior research in this slide

Hint: consider epistemological characteristics, such as the role of theory, instrumentation, objectivity, inductive vs. deductive paradigms, etc.

Having trouble finding articles to support this slide?

For the quantitative description and justification, use the Quantitative Knowledge Base resources and articles: https://dc.gcu.edu/research/quantitative/rationale_for_a_quantitative_methodology

For the qualitative description and justification, use the Qualitative Knowledge Base resources and articles: https://dc.gcu.edu/research/qualitative/rationale_for_qualitative_methodology_and_design

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Design

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Objectives:

When completing the proposal, the information on this slide is used to develop the Chapter 3 Rationale for Quantitative Design section.

Slide Requirements:

Complete table for all six designs listed (see six on slide).

Definition Column: In 2-3 sentences, describe/define each design using empirical or authoritative sources.

Justification Column:

For the design selected for your proposed topic, justify why you are using the design based on the definition provided.

For the other five designs, justify why you are NOT using them based on the definitions provided for each.

Hints:

Recommendation: Highlight the row for the design you are using for your proposed topic.

Do not summarize prior research in this slide

Having trouble finding articles to support this slide?

Use the Quantitative Knowledge Base resources and articles: https://dc.gcu.edu/research/quantitative/rationale_for_quantitative_design

Use the GCU Quantitative Core Designs Document https://dc.gcu.edu/dissertation/dissertation-templates/6_core_designs/quantitative_gcu_core_designs_08_10_20.docx

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Feasibility Slide 1

Resources for Study

Ethical Concerns

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Objectives:

Identify and discuss the feasibility of your proposed study based on the Feasibility & Benefits Checklist located in the Dissertation Template appendices.

The information on this slide will be used to inform the Ethical Considerations section in Ch. 3.

Feasibility Slide 1 Requirements:

Complete the following bullets in order of presentation:

Resources for Study:

What, if any, authorization(s) are required as well as how you will obtain authorization? If no authorization is needed, why not?

What, if any, access to site resources will you need? (i.e., building access, computer programs, etc.)

Additional trainings necessary (i.e., instrument certifications, etc.)

Any other resources you will need to complete this study.

Ethical Concerns/Considerations:

What risks, if any, are present? How will you mitigate these risks?

What benefits are there to participants?

Hint:

Visit https://dc.gcu.edu/irb for additional resources and information

Not sure what to consider? Use the dissertation template “Feasibility and Benefits Checklist” in the appendices.

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Feasibility Slide 2

Study Alignment with Program

(Identify Program of Study)

Feasibility Concerns

Degree & Emphasis:

Alignment of topic to degree:

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Objectives:

Identify and discuss the feasibility of your proposed study based on the Feasibility & Benefits Checklist located in the Dissertation Template appendices.

The information on this slide will be used to inform the Ethical Considerations section in Ch. 3.

Feasibility Slide 2 Requirements:

Complete the following bullets in order of presentation:

Study Alignment with Program:

Identify your degree program and emphasis

Describe how your study aligns with your overall degree program (i.e. Business Administration, Organizational Leadership, General Psychology, etc.).

Feasibility Concerns:

What obstacles might you face, and what are your backup plans?

Based on the information you have learned, is your study feasible? Why or why not? How can you make your study more manageable?

Hint:

Visit https://dc.gcu.edu/irb for additional resources and information.

Not sure what to consider? Use the dissertation template “Feasibility and Benefits Checklist” in the appendices.

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Defend

Questions

Feedback

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Objectives:

This slide is a placeholder for your defense of your topic to your residency instructor, peers, and/or dissertation committee.

Learners should be prepared to answer questions about their study, including the key points, alignment, and feasibility.

Slide Requirements:

This slide is for presentation purposes in RSD-851 only – no content is required.

After successful completion of RSD-851, this slide may be deleted.

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Next Steps

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Objectives:

Be the project manager by preparing for and working on the dissertation.

Take ownership of your progress and develop a detailed plan for completing your dissertation using the dissertation milestone guide: https://dc.gcu.edu/research/milestones.

Slide Requirements:

In bullets, indicate the next steps you plan to take to prepare for and work on your dissertation.

This slide is required for RSD-851 only but may be completed for learner reference in other classes.

Hints:

List of Next Steps might include (customize to your study):

Create a detailed dissertation project plan using the Dissertation Milestone Guide

DC Network

Review resources on Identifying a Content Expert. Begin the process to identify a potential Content Expert that may be interested in serving on your committee

Review the IRB Research Center resources for the Institutional Review Board process and CIT requirements

The DC Network Milestone Guide lists all milestones for Year 1, Year 2, and Year 3+:

Year 1: https://dc.gcu.edu/research/milestones/year_1

Year 2: https://dc.gcu.edu/research/milestones/year_2

Year 3+: https://dc.gcu.edu/research/milestones/year_3

Gather and organize empirical articles (5 years or newer) on related topic

Start CITI Training

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Purpose Statement

The purpose of this quantitative…

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Objective:

This slide is used to provide the purpose statement, which will be expanded upon in the Chapter 3: Purpose of the Study section.

Slide Requirements:

State the purpose of the study in one sentence that identifies the research methodology, design, problem statement, target population, and geographic location.

Alignment: The purpose statement must align with the problem statement, variables/research questions, methodology, and design.

Hint:

This is presented as a declarative statement. Possible structure: "The purpose of this quantitative [design] study is to … [include the unknown from the Problem Statement] among [target population] at a [setting/geographic location]."

Check recent GCU dissertations for models of purpose statement structure: https://lopes.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://search.proquest.com/pqdtlocal1008967?accountid=7374

Need some further guidance? Use the Quantitative Knowledge Base: https://dc.gcu.edu/research/quantitative/purpose_of_the_study

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Population, Target Population, & Sample

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Objectives:

This outline is used to ensure there is an appropriate and reachable target population.

In the Proposal this outline becomes a section in Chapter 3.

Slide Requirements:

Top Row: Define the terms general population, target population, and sample using authoritative sources.

Bottom Row: Describe the population, target population, and sample as related to the proposed study.

General Population: Describe the population of interest for your overall study.

Target Population: Estimate the size of the target population and identify the specific way to access the target population (see hints below).

Sample: Estimate the projected sample size and who/what will be sampled.

Hints:

Visit the Quantitative Knowledgebase for more information and resources about populations and samples. https://dc.gcu.edu/research/quantitative/population_and_sample_selection

Way to access the target population which might include:

Using your organization (with appropriate approvals);

Asking an association to support/communicate the study;

Using a social group such as a church to support/communicate your research;

Using social media to find the sample;

Using archival data from an organization or association;

Using publicly available archival data;

Purchasing an audience through 3rd party sites.

Assume 5-20 percent of the target population recruited would participate; therefore, ensure the target population is sufficiently large to obtain the final proposed sample size.

For quantitative studies, to determine the minimum sample size of clean data, learners may use G*power analysis by changing power (1-β) to .80 and changing alpha (α) to align with the corresponding alpha of the hypothesis.

Students can download G*power by following this link and the instructions: https://www.psychologie.hhu.de/arbeitsgruppen/allgemeine-psychologie-und-arbeitspsychologie/gpower.html (or search G*power in Google)

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Instrumentation

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Objectives:

This outline is used to identify the types and structure of each data source.

This outline is then used to develop the section on Sources of Data in Chapter 3 in the Proposal.

Slide Requirements:

Top Row: Identify each instrument

Bottom Row: For each instrument: describe the instrument in detail, including:

The variable(s) for which it will provide data.

Validity of the instrument to provide data for the variable(s).

Reliability of the instrument to provide data for the variable(s).

The level of measurement provided by the instrument.

If applicable: If a variable is commonly measured via a demographic question (i.e., gender, age, GPA), include the demographic questionnaire as an instrument.

Demographic questionnaires do not have validity and reliability statistics associated with them.

If needed, add columns for additional instruments (or delete extra columns)

Hints/Additional Requirements:

Instruments must have established validity and reliability for measuring the variables.

Use the instrument article to provide the reliability and validity statistics for the instrument.

Reliability is typically established with Cronbach’s alpha.

A factor analysis is typically used to help establish validity of an instrument.

Exception: Demographic questionnaires do not have established validity and reliability

If you are using a previously published measurement instrument, discuss the characteristics of the instrument in detail. I.e., for a validated survey, describe:

The structure of the instrument, including subscales, etc..

The type and number of items or questions per scale and/or subscale.

The statistical scale of measurement (nominal, ordinal, interval, or ratio) of data obtained from the instrument.

There are differences between Likert items and Likert scales. While Likert items are ordinal, one can argue that a Likert scale is interval. It is recommended, if possible, learner use parametric statistics, which require interval or ratio data.

If your research data will come from an electronic database (archival, or secondary data), identify the database and indicate exactly how the data will be obtained or accessed.

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Data Collection Steps: Slide 1 Required Permissions

Required permissions/approvals (prior to data collection)

Site approval (if applicable)

Permission to use each instrument

If using archival data, permission to use the data

Obtaining administrative guide and validation information on each instrument from owner/literature

GCU Chair and Committee Approvals

AQR Approval

IRB Approval

Informed Consent form from individual participants

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Objectives:

There are four separate slides that will comprise the data collection section in the Prospectus and the proposal.

These set of four slides are used in bullet format in the Prospectus. They then provide the outline for the Data Collection section in Chapter 3 in the Proposal.

This Slide: This first slide only discusses all of the permissions required.

**Note: Do not alter the names on the slides, and do not change the order of the four data collection slides or the bullets within them. It is important to show the bullets in the order in which they would occur. **

Slide Requirements:

Modify each bullet point to be specific to your study, and if you do not believe the bullet is relevant for your study put in a statement justifying why not.

Required Bullets:

Site approval

Permission to use each instrument or data source

Obtaining administrative guide and validation information on each data sources from owner/literature

GCU Chair and Committee Approvals

AQR Approval

IRB Approval

Consent form from individual participants

Hints:

If site authorization is not required, state the reason.

Unless otherwise specified, site authorization(s) are valid one year from the date of signature.

See the Quantitative Knowledge Base for additional resources: https://dc.gcu.edu/research/quantitative/data_collection_and_management

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Data Collection Steps: Slide 2 Sampling Strategy and Sample Selection

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Objectives:

There are four separate slides that will comprise the data collection section in the Prospectus and the proposal.

These set of four slides are used in bullet format in the Prospectus. They then provide the outline for the Data Collection section in Chapter 3 in the Proposal.

This Slide: This second slide only discusses the sampling strategy and then the steps for the sampling process.

**Note: Do not alter the names on the slides, and do not change the order of the four data collection slides or the bullets within them. It is important to show the bullets in the order in which they would occur. **

Slide Requirements:

Steps to Access/Identify Each Group: State the steps you will take to identify and access the sample for each group of participants.

Dependent on your study, you may only have one group.

If you have more than one group and your analysis requires paired data, discuss how you will pair that data across groups (i.e., parenting stats and individual student stats)

Participation Criteria Row: Identify the criteria for selecting your sample for each group.

Sampling Strategy & Description Row: Identify and describe each sampling strategy, citing an authoritative source.

I.e., Convenience sampling, random sampling, purposive sampling, snowball sampling.

If the same sampling strategy will be used for all groups, specify this.

Complete the 2nd column indicating the backup plan should the primary plan not work as intended and/or yield enough participants

Hints:

See the Quantitative Knowledge Base for resources on sampling: https://dc.gcu.edu/research/quantitative/population_and_sample_selection

Describe the operational characteristics of the sampling frame (the group you intend to directly ask to participate). For more information, see Casteel and Bridier (2021), and Etikan and Bala (2017).

Link to Casteel and Bridier (2021): https://www.informingscience.org/Publications/4766

Link to Etikan and Bala (2017): http://www.mkc.ac.in/pdf/study-material/sociology/4thSem/Sampling-nglish.pdf

See the Quantitative Knowledge Based for additional resources on data collection: https://dc.gcu.edu/research/quantitative/data_collection_and_management

On the full dissertation template, learners must include their primary sampling plan as well as at least two backup plans (i.e., Plan B and Plan C).

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Data Collection Steps: Slide 3 Collecting the Data

Step 1:

Step 2:

Step 3:

etc.

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Objectives:

There are four separate slides that will comprise the data collection section in the Prospectus and the proposal.

These set of four slides are used in bullet format in the Prospectus. They then provide the outline for the Data Collection section in Chapter 3 in the Proposal.

This Slide: This third slide only discusses the specific detailed steps to collect the data.

**Note: Do not alter the names on the slides, and do not change the order of the four data collection slides or the bullets within them. It is important to show the bullets in the order in which they would occur. **

Slide Requirements:

Complete this slide based on the Primary Sampling Plan (Plan A) identified on the previous slide.

Optional: Duplicate this slide to outline the steps for Plan B – instructors/chairs may ask for or require this based on feasibility assessment of Plan A

Provide step-by-step detailed instructions regarding how you plan to collect your data.

Steps should detail how each instrument will be completed by the participants, including:

How you plan to obtain informed consent(s).

How each instrument will be completed (who, what, when, how, where)

Discuss any demographic information you plan to obtain and when.

Present the steps in chronological order for each instrument.

Hint:

This slide should be sufficiently thorough such that another researcher could use the instructions to collect your data for you.

Note: Demographic data might not be a source of data but is required for all studies. Specify when/how demographic information will be collected within the data collection steps

i.e., as part of SurveyMonkey including informed consent, demographic questionnaire, and additional survey(s) if applicable

See the Quantitative Knowledge Based for additional resources on data collection: https://dc.gcu.edu/research/quantitative/data_collection_and_management

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Data Collection Steps: Slide 4 Data Management and Storage

Where will you store the data?

[answer]

How long will you store the data?

[answer]

How will you protect the data?

[answer]

How will you destroy the data?

[answer]

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Objectives:

There are four separate slides that will comprise the data collection section in the Prospectus and the proposal.

These set of four slides are used in bullet format in the Prospectus. They then provide the outline for the Data Collection section in Chapter 3 in the Proposal.

This Slide: This fourth slide only discusses the data management and storage process.

**Note: Do not alter the names on the slides, and do not change the order of the four data collection slides or the bullets within them. It is important to show the bullets in the order in which they would occur. **

Slide Requirements:

Answer the four questions on the slide:

Where will you store the data?

How long will you store the data?

How will you protect the data?

How will you destroy the data?

Hints:

Be sure to address all data if management will be different for different data.

Protecting data includes participant personal identifiable information.

Visit https://dc.gcu.edu/irb for resources and additional information.

Refer to the IRB Informed Consent Template for requirements on data management and storage.

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Data Analysis Steps: Slide 1 Hypothesis #1 – Analysis Strategy

Step 1:

Step 2:

Step 3:

etc.

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Objectives:

The following slides show the approach to cover for quantitative analysis.

The information on this slide will be used to inform the Data Analysis section of Ch. 3

This set of steps may require more than one slide.

Slide Requirements:

Replace the subtitle with the analytic test used (i.e., Pearson correlation, Multiple Linear Regression, independent samples t-test, ANOVA, etc.).

Identify each step you will take to analyze the data.

Describe how the hypothesis will be tested.

Describe the type of results that would be reported for the selected analysis.

Present how one would determine the disposition of the hypothesis testing.

Create a slide for each hypothesis or set of hypotheses if an analysis addresses multiple hypotheses. Two are included in this template. If a third or more are needed, duplicate this slide.

Hints:

Many learners use Laerd.com for determining the proper statistical analysis and learning the chronological steps needed to complete that analysis. Visit https://dc.gcu.edu/documents/tools/researchtools/statistical-research-folder/laerd_statistics for a discount code.

If applicable, don’t forget to include cleaning the data, program(s) used if any, descriptive statistics for the variables and demographic data, etc.

See the Quantitative Knowledge Base for resources on data analysis: https://dc.gcu.edu/research/quantitative/data_analysis_procedures

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Data Analysis Steps: Slide 2 Hypothesis #2 – Analysis Strategy

Step 1:

Step 2:

Step 3:

etc.

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Objectives:

The following slides show the approach to cover for quantitative analysis.

The information on this slide will be used to inform the Data Analysis section of Ch. 3

This set of steps may require more than one slide.

Slide Requirements:

Replace the subtitle with the analytic test used (i.e., Pearson correlation, Multiple Linear Regression, independent samples t-test, ANOVA, etc.).

Identify each step you will take to analyze the data.

Describe how the hypothesis will be tested.

Describe the type of results that would be reported for the selected analysis.

Present how one would determine the disposition of the hypothesis testing.

Create a slide for each hypothesis or set of hypotheses if an analysis addresses multiple hypotheses. Two are included in this template. If a third or more are needed, duplicate this slide.

Hints:

Many learners use Laerd.com for determining the proper statistical analysis and learning the chronological steps needed to complete that analysis. Visit https://dc.gcu.edu/documents/tools/researchtools/statistical-research-folder/laerd_statistics for a discount code.

If applicable, don’t forget to include cleaning the data, program(s) used if any, descriptive statistics for the variables and demographic data, etc.

See the Quantitative Knowledge Base for resources on data analysis: https://dc.gcu.edu/research/quantitative/data_analysis_procedures

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Feasibility Slide 1

Resources for Study

Ethical Concerns

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Objectives:

Identify and discuss the feasibility of your proposed study based on the Feasibility & Benefits Checklist located in the Dissertation Template appendices.

The information on this slide will be used to inform the Ethical Considerations section in Ch. 3.

As part of preparation for this slide, you will complete the Feasibility & Benefits Checklist located in the dissertation template appendices, a required appendix in your dissertation.

Slide Requirements for Slide 1:

Complete the following bullets in order of presentation:

Resources for Study:

What, if any, authorization(s) are required as well as how you will obtain authorization? If no authorization is needed, why not?

What, if any, access to site resources will you need? (i.e., building access, computer programs, etc.)

Additional trainings necessary (i.e., instrument certifications, etc.)

Any other resources you will need to complete this study.

Ethical Concerns/Considerations:

What risks, if any, are present? How will you mitigate these risks?

What benefits are there to participants?

Once this slide is completed, delete the original Feasibility Slide 1 completed in the RSD 1 section.

Hint:

Visit https://dc.gcu.edu/irb for additional resources and information

Not sure what to consider? Use the dissertation template “Feasibility and Benefits Checklist” in the appendices.

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Feasibility Slide 2

Study Alignment with Program

(Identify Program of Study)

Feasibility Concerns

Degree & Emphasis:

Alignment of topic to degree:

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Objectives:

Identify and discuss the feasibility of your proposed study based on the Feasibility & Benefits Checklist located in the Dissertation Template appendices.

The information on this slide will be used to inform the Ethical Considerations section in Ch. 3.

As part of preparation for this slide, you will complete the Feasibility & Benefits Checklist located in the dissertation template appendices, a required appendix in your dissertation.

Slide Requirements for Slide 2:

Complete the following bullets in order of presentation:

Study Alignment with Program:

Identify your degree program and emphasis.

Describe how your study aligns with your overall degree program (i.e. Business Administration, Organizational Leadership, General Psychology, etc.).

Feasibility Concerns:

What obstacles might you face, and what are your backup plans?

Based on the information you have learned, is your study feasible? Why or why not? How can you make your study more manageable?

Once this slide is completed, delete the original Feasibility Slide 2 completed in the RSD 1 section.

Hint:

Visit https://dc.gcu.edu/irb for additional resources and information

Not sure what to consider? Use the dissertation template “Feasibility and Benefits Checklist” in the appendices.

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Defend

Questions

Feedback

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Objectives:

This slide is a placeholder for your defense of your topic to your residency instructor, peers, and/or dissertation committee.

Learners should be prepared to answer questions about their study, including the key points, alignment, and feasibility.

Slide Requirements:

This slide is for presentation purposes in RSD-881/884 only – no content is required.

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Next Steps

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Objective:

Be the project manager by preparing for and working on the dissertation.

Take ownership of your progress and develop a detailed plan for completing your dissertation using the dissertation milestone guide: https://dc.gcu.edu/research/milestones.

Slide Requirements:

Discuss next steps you plan to take to prepare for and work on your dissertation.

Hints:

List of Next Steps might include (customize to your study):

Create/update your detailed dissertation project plan using the Dissertation Milestone Guide

DC Network:

Review resources on Identifying a Content Expert. Begin the process to identify a potential Content Expert that may be interested in serving on your committee

Review the IRB Research Center resources for the Institutional Review Board process and CIT requirements

The DC Network Milestone Guide lists all milestones for Year 1, Year 2, and Year 3+:

Year 1: https://dc.gcu.edu/research/milestones/year_1

Year 2: https://dc.gcu.edu/research/milestones/year_2

Year 3+: https://dc.gcu.edu/research/milestones/year_3

Continue to gather and organize (5 years and newer) empirical articles on related topic

Review the Dissertation Template, Develop an outline/draft of Chapter 2 (Literature Review) and Chapters 1 & 3 as well.

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References

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Slide Requirements:

Include a fully APA-formatted reference for each citation used in the slides.

Add additional slides as needed

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