Research Strategy

Title of the Paper (for IP1)

Student Name

American Intercontinental University

Senior Capstone in Criminal Justice

CRJS 499

Abstract

This abstract represents your “summary” or “overview” of the paper. NOTE: The title page, abstract and reference page should NOT count toward overall deliverable length.

Thesis Statement

(This represents a “level 1 heading”)

This statement presents the problem or issue you intend to research and should be clear and concise. NOTE: DO NOT INCLUDE THESE INFORMATIONAL SENTENCES IN RED THEY ARE JUST FOR YOUR REFERENCE AND SHOULD NOT BE INCLUDED IN THE PAPER.

So for example as stated in the live chat – you may have as your thesis statement the following: There are numerous explanations for recidivism and this paper will explore them.

Research Question

This should represent your Thesis Statement but in question form (the research question is noted as: RQ (see example below)

An example of a research question that correlates with your thesis statement as shown in the above example might be:

RQ: What are the factors associated with recidivism?

Hypothesis

(This represents your next “level 1 heading”)

This is a statement of prediction regarding the results of the problem or issue. Prediction of the relationship between the variables. For example if I were using the RQ from above (RQ: What are the factors associated with recidivism?) My Hypothesis would be……..(and of course this is based on what I have read in the literature)

HR: Socio-economic Factors predict recidivism in ex offenders.

Briefly identify your working solution to the problem. How might your working solution solve the problem? Be sure to note here that your working solution will evolve through continued research and analysis over the next FIVE WEEKS.

Measurement and Analysis Approach

(This represents your next “level 1 heading”)

Define the key points you will research and how you will gather and analyze the data you find. Intend to incorporate information related to technology and crime statistics that apply to your issue.

Applicable Resources

(This represents your next “level 1 heading”)

Identify 5 sources you have found that are most relevant and best support your purpose statement. List the sources and then record the main idea as notes to use as part of your research later. Identify case studies, library, Web, and other scholarly resources.

Ethical Standards

(This represents your next “level 1 heading”)

What are your ethical and legal responsibilities to ensure your final report will be of the highest ethical standards?

References