Qualitative Research Planning
A strong foundation for a research study is based on careful planning, including defining what, where, when, why, and how. Research planning comes before collecting and analyzing data. You need to identify what you are trying to understand, the reasons why you want to undertake the project, and the resources needed for it.
Research Proposals
What is it? A research proposal is written information on why a research question should be addressed and the steps that will be taken to accomplish it. There are differences between developing a research proposal for a quantitative (using statistics) research project and a qualitative (non-numerical data) research project. Qualitative research is considered emergent. This means that there should be accommodations made for modification of the project throughout the study to adapt to new ideas or findings that arise while conducting qualitative research.
One of the first aspects of developing a research proposal is to identify who will be reading the document. It helps in understanding how you are going to present the proposal and the style of your writing. The other aspect is to identify if your research proposal is for a grant or for a research study, e.g. thesis, dissertation. Our consultants can provide you with detailed guidance and feedback on your research proposal draft, while integrating specific guidelines you may be required to follow, and situating it for the audience and approach you are writing for.
How can we help you?
- Review the main elements of your qualitative research proposal to ensure that they align with your research questions, aim or goals
- Provide detailed feedback on your research proposal draft
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