Topic for Qualitative Research Study:
Teacher Recruitment and Retention: Explore factors influencing teacher recruitment and retention in international schools, including professional development opportunities, work-life balance, and cultural considerations.
Research
Conduct a literature review to collect background information about the topic Include a minimum of five peer-reviewed articles in the literature review.
Step 4. Draft
Draft an introduction, problem, purpose, and two research questions appropriate to the topic. Select and describe a potential target population accessible during this 10-week course. These elements may change as you progress through the assignments, but they provide a starting point for your exploration.
-The problem statement should begin: The problem is…and be followed with 1-2 paragraphs of explanation including the background of the problem from the literature review.
-The purpose statement should begin: The purpose is…and be followed with 1-2 paragraphs of explanation.
-The research questions should not be questions answered yes/no and should begin with words should as What? How? Why?
Step 5. Relate and Explain
In one paragraph, relate the identified topic to your program of study and explain your reasons for selecting the topic and the target population.
Step 6. Compile into attached Paper Outline
Compile the introductory section (no title) featuring the introduction to the study, problem, purpose, and target population, and the Literature Review section of the qualitative research paper.
