Assignment – Research Question and Sampling Strategy Length should be a maximum of 1,000 words (excluding references) This assessment requires students to develop a specific research question or hypothesis (or 2-3 related hypotheses) and explain why it is an important topic for policy, practice or theory. To complete this assessment, you will: State a testable research question (or set of hypotheses) in clear and succinct language Explain your reasoning or logic for choosing the research question based on existing research and/or theory Describe the unit of analysis in your study Identify your independent and dependent variables and explain how they will be operationalised Briefly discuss your sampling strategy and how you will gain access to the individuals (or data) Students will be assessed on the following key criteria: Introduction and conclusion that clearly describes the topic of the assignment and provides a detailed overview/summary of the content of the paper Research question and if relevant, hypotheses that are clear, concise, and testable Identify unit of analysis, independent and dependent variables Description of how key variables will be measured Clearly identify where research will be undertaken and justification for that decision, considering the relevant advantages and disadvantages to that site. Provide a clear description of the sample and population The overall presentation of the document, including grammar, spelling, formatting, word limit, and APA referencing
