The research paper needs to be a mixed method with a Convergent Design.
Below is the outline of the paper:
Requirements for the Paper:
1.
Research what a mixed-methods study is and
explain what a mixed-methods study design entails;
2.
Describe a research context in which a
mixed-methods design is best suited;
3.
Identify the core characteristics of a
well-designed mixed methods study;
4.
Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of
adopting a mixed methods design;
5.
Conceptualise a study that adopts a
mixed-methods approach. Include the following in your conceptualisation:
·
Identify a research area of interest;
·
Write a brief literature review (max two pages)
·
Construct a research question;
·
Construct a research aim and objectives; and
·
Identify and describe your research study
design, sampling method; data collection method and data collection procedure
and briefly discuss the best-suited data analysis method/technique.
6.
Write an ethics statement complimentary to your
mixed methods approach.
Rubix
CRITERIA
ALLOCATED MARK (%)
Understanding
of Mixe-Methods Study
15%
Suitability
of Mixed Methods Design
15%
Core
Characteristics of a Well-Designed Mixed Methods Study
20%
Advantages
& Disadvantages of a Mixed-Methods Design
10%
Conceptualization
of Mixed-Methods Study
15%
Ethics
Statement
20%
Organisation
and Clarity
5%
