Chris cw2:
Structure
Identification and development of a research topic•
Provide the reader with a description of the area chosen to explore.
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Illustrate how and why this has been identified and the aims of the research.
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Touch upon the core debates or theories within this area and explain the
contribution this has made or indeed the obvious gaps.
Review of existing literature•
Having set the scene, take your topic/area or theme and scrutinise this
critically. Use your analysis skills to deconstruct it and illustrate to the reader what
are the key issues/problems/misgivings or opportunities.
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This section should take a broad view initially but develop progressively
towards the specifics of your interests.
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Having done this you should then be in a position to pose some informed
research questions of your ownFor example- ‘Having reviewed the existing literature concerning... it is clear that the
following questions remain pertinent. Q1, Q2, Q3. It is hoped that the rigorous
examination of these question will...’
Research Design•
Provide the reader with a critical analysis of the methods suitable for this
study.
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Propose specific methods with detailed justification and theoretical
significance.
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Illustrate issues concerning trustworthiness; what makes a good study?
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Clearly state the required sample to be studied (who? How many? Where?
When?).
Ethical Issues•
Illustrate to the reader your understanding of ethics and the specific ethical
issues pertinent to the proposed study.
Appendix –
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Fully complete an ethics application