Explain the rationale for the selection as well as the strengths and weaknesses of chosen research design/s. How the weaknesses will be counteracted.) 2. Sampling plan – (indicated the population for this study and whether sampling will be probability or non-probability and why. If it is probability sampling, then include a discussion of the sampling frame as to how it will be derived and checked. What will be the size of the sample, what specific sampling technique will be used, and how the sample will be selected. Indicate the strength and weakness of the approach and how the weakness will be counteracted.) 3. Data collection methods – (indicate your data collection instrument/s and discuss how derived, what are the strengths and weaknesses, and how the weaknesses have been at least partially been counteracted. Also, identify the different data sources. How the data will be collected, by whom, where, and what measures have been adopted to assure the quality of the data. How the data will be checked, cleaned, made ready for analysis, and analyzed. Indicate some of the statistical procedures which will be used.) E. Ethical considerations – Identify relevant potential ethical dilemmas. Propose meaningful strategies to counteract possible ethical risks. Include clear and well-developed written drafts of IRB protocol and informed consent form
