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    RESEARCH PROPOSAL

    Introduction

    The first part of your proposal is the initial pitch for your project, so make sure it
    succinctly explains what you want to do and why. It should:

     Introduce the topic
     Give background and context
     Outline your problem statement and research question(s)

    Some important questions to guide your introduction include:

     Who has an interest in the topic (e.g. scientists, practitioners, policymakers,


    particular members of society)?
     How much is already known about the problem?
     What is missing from current knowledge?
     What new insights will your research contribute?
     Why is this research worth doing?

    If your proposal is very long, you might include separate sections with more detailed
    information on the background and context, problem statement, aims and objectives,
    and importance of the research.

    DEFINITION:

    A research proposal document proposing a research project, generally in


    the sciences or academia, and generally constitutes a request for sponsorship of that
    research.[1] Proposals are evaluated on the cost and potential impact of the proposed
    research, and on the soundness of the proposed plan for carrying it out.[2] Research
    proposals generally address several key points:[3]

     What research question(s) will be addressed, and how they will be addressed


     How much time and expense will be required for the research
     What prior research has been done on the topic
     How the results of the research will be evaluated
     How the research will benefit the sponsoring organization and other parties

    Types:

    Research proposals may be solicited, meaning that they are submitted in response
    to a request with specified requirements, such as a request for proposal, or they may
    be unsolicited, meaning they are submitted without prior request. Other types of
    proposals include "preproposals", where a letter of intent or brief abstract is submitted
    for review prior to submission of a full proposal; continuation proposals, which re-
    iterate an original proposal and its funding requirements in order to ensure continued
    funding; and renewal proposals, which seek continued sponsorship of a project which
    would otherwise be terminated.[4]

    Academic research proposals are generally written as part of the initial requirements
    of writing a thesis, research paper, or dissertation.[5] They generally follow the same
    format as a research paper, with an introduction, a literature review, a discussion of
    research methodology and goals, and a conclusion. This basic structure may vary
    between projects and between fields, each of which may have its own requireme

    Literature review

    It’s important to show that you’re familiar with the most important research on
    your topic. A strong literature review convinces the reader that your project has a
    solid foundation in existing knowledge or theory. It also shows that you’re not simply
    repeating what other people have already done or said.

    In this section, aim to demonstrate exactly how your project will contribute to
    conversations in the field.

     Compare and contrast: what are the main theories, methods, debates and
    controversies?
     Be critical: what are the strengths and weaknesses of different approaches?
     Show how your research fits in: how will you build on, challenge, or
    synthesize the work of others?

    If you’re not sure where to begin, read our guide on how to write a literature review.
    Research design and methods

    Following the literature review, it’s a good idea to restate your main objectives,
    bringing the focus back to your own project. The research design or methodology
    section should describe the overall approach and practical steps you will take to
    answer your research questions.

    Methodology in a research proposal

     Will you do qualitative or quantitative research?


     Will you collect original data or work with primary or
    Research type secondary sources?
     Is your research design descriptive, correlational, or 
    experimental?

     Exactly what or who will you study (e.g. high school students
    in New York; Scottish newspaper archives 1976-80)?
    Sources  How will you select subjects or sources (e.g. random
    sampling, case studies)?
     When and where will you collect the data?

     What tools and procedures will you use (e.g. surveys,


    interviews, observations, experiments)?
    Methods
     Why are these the best methods to answer your research
    questions?

     How much time will you need to collect the data?


     How will you gain access to participants or sources?
    Practicalities
     Do you foresee any potential obstacles, and how will you
    address them?

    Make sure not to simply write a list of methods. Aim to make an argument for why
    this is the most appropriate, valid and reliable approach to answering your questions.

    Implications and contribution to knowledge


    To finish your proposal on a strong note, you can explore the potential implications of
    the research for theory or practice, and emphasize again what you aim to contribute to
    existing knowledge on the topic. For example, your results might have implications
    for:

     Improving processes in a specific location or field


     Informing policy objectives
     Strengthening a theory or model
     Challenging popular or scientific assumptions
     Creating a basis for further research

    Reference list or bibliography

    Your research proposal must include proper citations for every source you have
    used, and full publication details should always be included in the reference list. To
    create citations quickly and easily, you can use our free APA citation generator.

    In some cases, you might be asked to include a bibliography. This is a list of all the
    sources you consulted in preparing the proposal, even ones you did not cite in the text,
    and sometimes also other relevant sources that you plan to read. The aim is to show
    the full range of literature that will support your research project.

    Research schedule

    In some cases, you might have to include a detailed timeline of the project, explaining
    exactly what you will do at each stage and how long it will take. Check the
    requirements of your programme or funding body to see if this is required.

    Example research schedule

    Research phase Objectives Deadline

    1. Background  Meet with supervisor for initial discussion 20th February


    research and  Conduct a more extensive review of
    literature review relevant literature
     Refine the research questions
    Example research schedule

    Research phase Objectives Deadline

     Develop a theoretical framework

     Design questionnaires
     Identify online and offline channels for
    2. Research design
    recruiting participants 13th March
    planning
     Finalize sampling methods and data
    analysis methods

     Recruit participants and send out


    questionnaires
    3. Data collection  Conduct semi-structured interviews with
    24th April
    and preparation selected participants
     Transcribe and code interviews and
    clean survey data

     Statistically analyze survey data


     Conduct thematic analysis of interview
    4. Data analysis 22nd May
    transcripts
     Draft the results and discussion chapters

     Complete a full thesis draft


    5. Writing  Meet with supervisor to discuss feedback 17th July
    and revisions

     Redraft based on feedback


     Get supervisor approval for final draft
    6. Revision 28th August
     Proofread
     Print, bind and submit

    Budget
    If you are applying for research funding, you will probably also have to include a
    detailed budget that shows how much each part of the project will cost.

    Make sure to check what type of costs the funding body will agree to cover, and only
    include relevant items in your budget. For each item, include:

     Cost: exactly how much money do you need?


     Justification: why is this cost necessary to complete the research?
     Source: how did you calculate the amount?

    To determine your budget, think about:

     Travel costs: do you need to go to specific locations to collect data? How will
    you get there, how long will you spend there, and what will you do there (e.g.
    interviews, archival research)?
     Materials: do you need access to any tools or technologies? Are there training
    or installation costs?
     Assistance: do you need to hire research assistants for the project? What will
    they do and how much will you pay them? Will you outsource any other tasks
    such as transcription?
     Time: do you need to take leave from regular duties such as teaching? How
    much will you need to cover the time spent on the research?
    References:

    1. ^ "Research proposal". BusinessDictionary.com. Retrieved 21 June 2016.


    2. ^ Wong, Paul T. P. "How to Write a Research Proposal". International
    Network on Personal Meaning. Retrieved 21 June 2016.
    3. ^ Yousaf, Saeed T. P. "Keypoints of a Research
    Proposal". Scholarshipfellow.com.com. Retrieved 7 January 2018.
    4. ^ "Writing a Research Proposal". University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign.
    Retrieved 21 June 2016.
    5. ^ "How to Write Academic Research Proposal". A Jonson Hillviews Magazine
    Editor. Retrieved 20 December 2018.
    ASSIGNMENT
    ON
    RESEARCH
    PROPOSAL
    SUBMITTED TO:- SUBMITTED BY:-
    MRS. THENMOZHI, M.SC. (N) MS.R.VISHALATCHI

    ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR, M.SC. (N) IST YEAR,

    TEXCITY COLLEGE OF NURSING, TEXCITY COLLEGE OF NURSING

    COIMBATORE. COIMBATORE.

    SUBMITTED ON:-

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