Researching Perspectives and Practice
Task:
You have two options. To complete this piece of coursework, you can choose one from below.
(1) You can role-play writing a research proposal to bid for funding from a research institute. The details of the funding call will be provided via module website; or
(2) You can write a proposal related to your final working paper.
Draw up initial plans and ideas. Identify a research topic that is of current relevance in the sector. Consider how it will contribute to knowledge and understanding.
Identify probable outcomes of your proposed research.
Carry out a preliminary literature search and prepare a literature review that will form the context for your proposal and provide justification for your given research aim and objectives and design. It is essential that your research proposal is located in critical debate. Your proposal must be set against a researched academic context but highly relevant to the profession.
Prepare a detailed description of your proposed methodology justifying your approach with regard to best practice, quality, and (statistical) application if appropriate.
You need to define and provide a rationale for
Data collection AND
Data analysis
Include a discussion of the specific ethical implications of your research and describe how you intend to address any ethical challenges that will arise.
