It is a plan that details a reasoned, rigorous and systematic enquiry into a topic in order to justify the need for the study and to gain a clearer understanding of the topic area.<\/p>\n
The Research proposal must demonstrate:<\/p>\n
\u00b7 A worthwhile topic, that is, the findings will be of benefit to society<\/p>\n
\u00b7 That the design, method and timeframe are feasible and appropriate<\/p>\n
\u00b7 The risk-benefit for participants is acceptable<\/p>\n
\u00b7 Participant privacy and safety are protected<\/p>\n
\u00b7 Good writing skills, clarity, logic and commitment to whatever purpose for which the proposal is written.<\/p>\n
\u00b7 Evidence of the researcher\u2019s skills in conceptualising the problem, understanding the literature, selecting an appropriate research design, data collection methods and data analysis techniques.<\/p>\n
Structure of the Research proposal<\/p>\n
\u00b7 The title of the research project<\/p>\n
\u00b7 An abstract or summary<\/p>\n
\u00b7 A statement of the problem being investigated.<\/p>\n
\u00b7 The significance or importance of the project<\/p>\n
\u00b7 A literature review (knowledge so far about the subject)<\/p>\n
\u00b7 Assumptions and definitions<\/p>\n
\u00b7 The aims and objectives of the project<\/p>\n
\u00b7 The Research plan (including a timeline of activities)<\/p>\n
\u00b7 Ethical Issues (including the participant information sheet and informed consent form)<\/p>\n
\u00b7 Dissemination of the findings<\/p>\n
\u00b7 The budget<\/p>\n
The title of the research proposal<\/p>\n
\u00b7 Concise & clear explaining the purpose of the research<\/p>\n
\u00b7 Explicit and unambiguous<\/p>\n
\u00b7 A working title may be used<\/p>\n
\u00b7 The title may be changed by the end of the writing of the proposal<\/p>\n
Abstract or summary of proposal<\/p>\n
\u00b7 Begin the introductory paragraph with the original question<\/p>\n
\u00b7 Describe what the proposal is about<\/p>\n
\u00b7 Describe how the issue will be addressed<\/p>\n
\u00b7 Describe how the research question will be answered<\/p>\n
\u00b7 Sometimes, keywords are required<\/p>\n
The statement of the problem<\/p>\n
\u00b7 Informs the reviewer of the nature of the problem<\/p>\n
\u00b7 Sometimes called the \u2018plain language statement\u2019 or \u2018lay person description\u2019<\/p>\n
\u00b7 It provides rationale and justification for undertaking the project<\/p>\n
\u00b7 Research question again stated<\/p>\n
\u00b7 Indication of the pragmatic value of the findings and implications of knowledge gained for the field<\/p>\n
Literature Review<\/p>\n
\u00b7 Reviewing literature helps conceptualise the project<\/p>\n
\u00b7 What is known about the topic \u2013 current knowledge<\/p>\n
\u00b7 Summarise the previous research<\/p>\n
\u00b7 Analysis of the shortcomings of the reviewed literature<\/p>\n
\u00b7 Provide an argument as to why the proposed research is important (in light of the shortcomings)<\/p>\n
\u00b7 Substantiates the case for the project<\/p>\n
\u00b7 Usually, research cited is less than 5 years old.<\/p>\n
The aims and objectives of the project:<\/p>\n
\u00b7 Aims are broad and are a statement of purpose<\/p>\n
\u00b7 The aims constitute the boundaries of the research<\/p>\n
\u00b7 The aims guide the ways in which the data are collected<\/p>\n
\u00b7 Objectives are specific and describe the activities employed to achieve the aims<\/p>\n
\u00b7 Both should be feasible and achievable<\/p>\n
Assumptions and definitions:<\/p>\n
\u00b7 Clearly stated to avoid ambiguity or confusion<\/p>\n
\u00b7 Variables should be operationally defined where appropriate<\/p>\n
o Example: Administration of a plan of self-care to patients. Definitions: self-care, health status, age, education, cultural background.<\/p>\n
o Assumption is that people want to learn to care for themselves.<\/p>\n
Research plan<\/p>\n
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\u00b7 Details the paradigm (research approach), design, proposed mode of study, exactly what is intended and how it will occur.<\/p>\n
\u00b7 Sampling & sample profile<\/p>\n
\u00b7 intervention<\/p>\n
\u00b7 techniques to be used (interviews, tests, questionnaires etc.)<\/p>\n
\u00b7 procedure<\/p>\n
\u00b7 datacollection procedure<\/p>\n
Ethics<\/p>\n
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\u00b7 Ethical guidelines developed by the National Health and Medical Research Council (NH&MRC)<\/p>\n
\u00b7 Framework includes the concepts:<\/p>\n
o Respect for humans<\/p>\n
o Research merit and integrity<\/p>\n
o Justice<\/p>\n
o Beneficence (benefits).<\/p>\n
\u00b7 http:\/\/www.nhmrc.gov.au\/guidelines-publications\/e72<\/p>\n
Ethics: Informed Consent<\/p>\n
\u00b7 Consent to participate must be voluntary.<\/p>\n
\u00b7 It must be based on sufficient information and adequate understanding of the research and the implications of the research.<\/p>\n
\u00b7 Consent should be obtained in writing.<\/p>\n
\u00b7 The language of the consent form must be understandable, and at a level of comprehension suitable for the individual or group concerned.<\/p>\n
\u00b7 There should not be coercion of participants.<\/p>\n
\u00b7 Data cannot be collected on participants who have refused to be involved in a study.<\/p>\n
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