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Even though social workers might think of a compelling research question and have a desire to conduct research, this does not mean that the research is automatically supported by stakeh

 Even though social workers might think of a compelling research question and have a desire to conduct research, this does not mean that the research is automatically supported by stakeholders or funded by an organization. 

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Research Proposal

Student Name

Walden University

SOCW 6301: Social Work Practice Research I

Instructor Name

Month XX, 202X

Research Proposal Part 1 (3 to 4 pages)

Introduction

Write 1 paragraph introducing the general research topic and relevant background. This section should essentially set up the proposal broadly before you narrow down to the research problem.

Problem Statement

In 1 paragraph, describe the specific problem on which your research will focus. What exactly is the social work research problem, and why is it important? Why is it deserving of further study? Use your writing from the Week 4 Discussion to generate material for this section.

Research Question

State the research question you have generated and refined. This question should align with the problem identified in the problem statement.

Literature Review

Paste the 2-page literature review here that you wrote for your Week 6 Assignment. Be sure to revise and edit it based on your Instructor’s feedback and on any new information you have found.

Methodological Approach

Write 2 to 3 paragraphs describing and justifying the methodological approach you propose for the research study. Will your study be quantitative, qualitative, or mixed methods, and why? Use your Week 8 Discussion to generate material for this section.

Research Proposal Part II (2 to 3 pages)

Sampling and Sampling Method

In 1 to 2 paragraphs, identify and justify the population, sample, and sampling technique that would best address your research question and methodological approach. Use your Week 9 Discussion to generate material for this section.

Data Collection

Write 1 paragraph about how you will collect data for your study. Will you use interviews, case studies, surveys or questionnaires, or something else? Explain your choices. Use your Week 10 Discussion to generate material for this section. 

Ethics and Cultural Considerations

In 1 to 2 paragraphs, address any ethical and cultural issues you will take into account in your study. Think about the NASW Code of Ethics, principles of culturally competent research, and protections for human subjects. What ethical and/or cultural issues need to be considered? How will you address those issues in your study?

Discussion

Write 1 paragraph discussing potential results. If you were to conduct the study, what would you expect the results to show? What would you do if the data didn’t align with your expectations?

Reflection

Write 1 paragraph reflecting on your learning and growth throughout the process of developing a research proposal. What did you learn about social work research through this process?

References

(Include full references here for any sources that you have cited within the research proposal. Note that the following references are intended as examples only.)

American Counseling Association. (n.d.). About us. https://www.counseling.org/about-us/about-aca

Anderson, M. (2018). Getting consistent with consequences. Educational Leadership, 76(1), 26-33.

Bach, D., & Blake, D. J. (2016). Frame or get framed: The critical role of issue framing in nonmarket management. California Management Review, 58(3), 66-87. https://doi.org/10.1525/cmr.2016.58.3.66

Burgess, R. (2019). Rethinking global health: Frameworks of Power. Routledge.​

Herbst-Damm, K. L., & Kulik, J. A. (2005). Volunteer support, marital status, and the survival times of terminally ill patients. Health Psychology, 24(2), 225–229. https://doi.org/10.1037/0278-6133.24.2.225

Johnson, P. (2003). Art: A new history. HarperCollins. https://doi.org/10.1037.0000136-000 ​

Lindley, L. C., & Slayter, E. M. (2018). Prior trauma exposure and serious illness at end of life: A national study of children in the U.S. foster care system from 2005 to 2015. Journal of Pain and Symptom Management, 56(3), 309–317. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jpainsymman.2018.06.001

Osman, M. A. (2016, December 15). 5 do’s and don’ts for staying motivated. Mayo Clinic. https://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/adult-health/in-depth/5-dos-and-donts-for-staying-motivated/art-20270835

Sue, D. W., & Sue, D. (2016). Counseling the culturally diverse: Theory and practice (7th ed.). Wiley.

Walden University Library. (n.d.). Anatomy of a research article [Video]. https://academicguides.waldenu.edu/library/instructionalmedia/tutorials#s-lg-box-7955524

Walden University Writing Center. (n.d.). Writing literature reviews in your graduate coursework [Webinar]. https://academicguides.waldenu.edu/writingcenter/webinars/graduate#s-lg-box-18447417

World Health Organization. (2018, March). Questions and answers on immunization and vaccine safety. https://www.who.int/features/qa/84/en/

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RESEARCH PROPOSAL PART 1

Even though social workers might think of a compelling research question and have a desire to conduct research, this does not mean that the research is automatically supported by stakeholders or funded by an organization. To gain such approval, they must submit a research proposal. Much like an outline of a paper or a blueprint of a building design, the research proposal contains the framework so that stakeholders can see the key elements and the vision for the study.

For this Assignment, you write the first part of your research proposal, including the introduction, problem statement, research question, literature review, and methodological approach. You will work on the second part of the proposal next week.

RESOURCES

Be sure to review the Learning Resources before completing this activity. Click the weekly resources link to access the resources. 

WEEKLY RESOURCES

TO PREPARE

· Review and gather content from previous Assignments and Discussions that includes elements of your research proposal. You should have significant material for your problem statement, research question, literature review, and methodological approach.

· Revise these previous course submissions based on any feedback you have received.

· Download the Research Proposal Template and review the guidance found within the document. Use this template for the Assignment. 

· You may wish to consult the Writing Toolbox in the left navigation of your classroom for additional resources relevant to writing your research proposal.

· Write an introduction and refine and connect the various sections so that they work together as a cohesive research proposal.

BY DAY 7

Compile and submit the first part of your research proposal including the following sections in 3 to 4 pages:

· Introduction (1 paragraph)

· Problem Statement (1 paragraph)

· Research Question (1 paragraph)

· Literature Review (revision of previously submitted; 2 pages)

· Methodological Approach  (2–3 paragraphs)

Make sure to use the provided template and include appropriate APA citations and a reference list. 

SUBMISSION INFORMATION

Before submitting your final assignment, you can check your draft for authenticity. To check your draft, access the  Turnitin Drafts from the  Start Here area. 

1. To submit your completed assignment, save your Assignment as  WK9Assgn+LastName+Firstinitial

2. Then, click on  Start Assignment near the top of the page.

3. Next, click on  Upload File and select  Submit Assignment for review.

Rubric

SOCW_6301_Week9_Assignment_Rubric

SOCW_6301_Week9_Assignment_Rubric

Criteria

Ratings

Pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeCompile and submit the first part of your research proposal including the following sections in 3 to 4 pages: …Introduction (1 paragraph)…Problem Statement (1 paragraph)…Research Question (1 paragraph)

36 to >32.04 pts

Exceeds Expectation 90–100%

Response meets expectations and deepens critical thought through details and examples from the Learning Resources, peer-reviewed research, or other relevant sources. Three or more scholarly resources are used to support these opening sections.

32.04 to >28.44 pts

Meets Expectation 80–89%

Response fully introduces the proposed research study through the introduction, problem statement, and research question sections. Response demonstrates evident alignment between the problem and the research question and clearly connects to social work practice. At least two scholarly resources are used to support these opening sections.

28.44 to >24.84 pts

Fair 70–79%

Response provides a limited, incomplete, or vaguely developed introduction to the proposed research study through the introduction, problem statement, and research question sections. Response may demonstrate some alignment between the problem and the research question, but it is vague or poorly connected. Response may make a tangential connection to social work practice. At least one scholarly resource is used to support these opening sections.

24.84 to >0 pts

Needs Improvement 0–69%

Response makes little or no attempt to introduce the proposed research study through the introduction, problem statement, and research question sections. No resources are used to support these opening sections.

36 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeLiterature Review (revision of previously submitted; 2 pages)

24 to >21.36 pts

Exceeds Expectation 90–100%

Response meets expectations and deepens critical thought and comparison of the research articles. Literature review fully synthesizes ideas to support the need for the proposed study and expertly connects to the research topic, problem, and question from earlier sections. More than four scholarly resources (the student’s chosen articles) are used in this section.

21.36 to >18.96 pts

Meets Expectation 80–89%

Response fully reviews the literature and analyzes it in the context of the research topic. Response incorporates feedback from first draft of literature review. Student’s review supports the need for the proposed study. At least four scholarly resources (the student’s chosen articles) are used in this section.

18.96 to >16.56 pts

Fair 70–79%

Response attempts to review the literature but lacks clarity, depth, and/or analysis. Response may incorporate some feedback from first draft of literature review but may not have addressed areas needed to meet expectations. Student’s review incompletely or vaguely supports the need for the proposed study. At least three scholarly resources (the student’s chosen articles) are used in this section.

16.56 to >0 pts

Needs Improvement 0–69%

Response makes little or no attempt to review the literature. Response does not incorporate feedback from first draft of literature review. Student’s review does not support the need for the proposed study. Two or fewer scholarly resources (the student’s chosen articles) are used in this section.

24 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeMethodological Approach (2–3 paragraphs)

36 to >32.04 pts

Exceeds Expectation 90–100%

Response meets expectations and deepens justification through details and examples from the Learning Resources, peer-reviewed research, or other relevant sources. Two or more scholarly resources are used in this section.

32.04 to >28.44 pts

Meets Expectation 80–89%

Response proposes a methodological approach (e.g., quantitative, qualitative, mixed methods). Methodological approach aligns with the research question and is fully justified through reference to the Learning Resources. At least one scholarly resource is used in this section.

28.44 to >24.84 pts

Fair 70–79%

Response proposes a methodological approach (e.g., quantitative, qualitative, mixed methods), but it may not align with the research question. Response provides a limited, incomplete, or vaguely developed justification that does not clearly reference a scholarly resource.

24.84 to >0 pts

Needs Improvement 0–69%

Response does not propose a methodological approach (e.g., quantitative, qualitative, mixed methods), or the stated approach does not align with the research question. Response makes little or no attempt to justify the approach. No resources are used in this section.

36 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeCompetency – Engage in Practice-Informed and Research-Informed Practice

6 to >5.34 pts

Exceeds Expectation 90–100%

Student demonstrates exceptional ability to utilize evidence to inform research. Student demonstrates exemplary critical thought in analysis of research methods.

5.34 to >4.74 pts

Meets Expectation 80–89%

Student demonstrates clear ability to utilize evidence to inform research. Student demonstrates critical thought in analysis of research methods.

4.74 to >4.14 pts

Fair 70–79%

Student demonstrates some ability to utilize evidence to inform research. Student demonstrates some critical thought in analysis of research methods. Analysis lacks needed detail or depth.

4.14 to >0 pts

Needs Improvement 0–69%

Student demonstrates little or no ability to utilize evidence to inform research. Student demonstrates no critical thought in analysis of research methods.

6 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeWriting

18 to >16.02 pts

Exceeds Expectation 90–100%

Paper meets length requirements, meets expectations, is generally error free (two or fewer), and further exceeds by showcasing an exemplary scholarly voice to develop its message or communicate ideas. … Paper appropriately paraphrases sources, using one or less quotes. Presents polished APA Style. Citations, reference list, and paper formatting are generally error free (two or fewer). … Tone and presentation of ideas are free from bias and objective, unless otherwise directed in the prompt.

16.02 to >14.22 pts

Meets Expectation 80–89%

Paper meets length requirements and is clear and coherent. Errors in grammar, sentence structure, and punctuation are minor, minimal (three to five), and do not interfere with the scholarly message. The paper displays effective organization and focus to communicate ideas. … Paper appropriately paraphrases sources. Paper may use two to three short quotes but provides appropriate reference. Consistently documents sources in APA Style. Uses citations for ideas requiring attribution, with a few minimal errors (three to five). The reference list is complete and contains only minimal errors (three to five). Paper formatting is appropriate….There is a clear distinction between cited content and original thought. … Tone and presentation of ideas are free from bias and objective, unless otherwise directed in the prompt.

14.22 to >12.42 pts

Fair 70–79%

Paper does not meet length requirements (either somewhat too short or too long). The paper is somewhat clear and coherent. Errors in grammar, sentence structure, and punctuation are minor but frequent (five to 10) and occasionally interfere with the message. The paper lacks clear organization or occasionally strays from the focus. …Paper may rely on four short quotes or one to two long quotes (over 40 words) and/or does not sufficiently paraphrase material from other resources into student's own words. Attempts to document sources in APA Style. Citations are present but contain frequent APA errors or omissions. A reference list is provided but is incomplete and/or contains frequent APA errors. Paper formatting may be incorrect (e.g., single-spaced or without a title page). …Occasionally lacks a clear distinction between cited content and original thought….Tone and presentation of ideas are free from bias and objective, unless otherwise directed in the prompt.

12.42 to >0 pts

Needs Improvement 0–69%

Paper does not meet length requirements (either significantly too short or too long). The paper lacks clarity and coherence. Errors in grammar, sentence structure, and punctuation are major, pervasive (11+), and interfere with the message. The paper is not organized or lacks focus. … Paper relies excessively on quoting (five or more quotes) or three or more long quotes (over 40 words), and/or uses quoted material without paraphrasing or referencing the source of the material. Little or no attempt to document sources in APA Style. Citations are infrequent or missing, and a reference list is not provided. Little or no attempt has been made to format the paper in APA Style…. There is no distinction between cited content and original thought. … Tone and presentation of ideas reveal bias and subjectivity.

18 pts

Total Points: 120

References

· Yegidis, B. L., Weinbach, R. W., & Myers, L. L. (2018).  Research methods for social workers (8th ed.). Pearson.

· Page 128 (Review)

· Chapter 9: Sampling Issues and Option