This week, you will submit the full dissertation proposal with all changes needed based on feedback received. Additionally, you will add the Introduction section that describes the historical context, foundational elements, and recent developments concerning the topic under investigation. In two to three pages, the reader should develop a clear understanding of the topic while also being intrigued to learn more about the study and the study’s results. Near the conclusion of this section, a sufficient rationale to further study the topic should logically evolve. The introduction is in Chapter 1 of the dissertation proposal. You will need to support this information with at least five to eight peer-reviewed journal articles published within the last 5 years.
Follow this outline to address required components:
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Offer a brief description of your topic to establish the main ideas and context, and then include recent, scholarly, peer-reviewed sources to support each assertion.
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Orient the reader to all of the concepts presented in the problem and purpose statements.
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Present an overview of why this research topic is currently of interest.
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Describe the facts and relevant context as a background leading up to the study problem and purpose. Focus on the area of research interest, briefly laying the groundwork for what has been done in the area and why the area is of important social or practical concern, or of theoretical interest.
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Include appropriate, recent, scholarly sources to support each assertion.
The final dissertation proposal submission should include the following:
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Introduction (new section; 2-3 pages)
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Problem Statement
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Purpose Statement
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Research Question(s)
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Theoretical/Conceptual Framework
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Research Method and Design (including Sampling, Data Collection, and Analysis)
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Nature of the Study
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Significance of the Study
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Conclusion (new section; ½ - 1 page)
Length: 11-19 pages
References: Include a minimum of 10 scholarly resources.
Your paper should demonstrate thoughtful consideration of the ideas and concepts presented in the course by providing new thoughts and insights relating directly to this topic. Your response should reflect scholarly writing and current APA standards.
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