Case 1 Assignment 

Paper Must be in APA FORMAT. Paper must be 3-5 pages Long no including Title Page and Reference Page. There are 4 Sections to this Case Assignment; 1. BACKGROUND, 2. STATEMENT OF PROBLEM, PURPOSE OF STUDY, CONCEPTUAL OR THEORITICAL FRAMEWORK. Be advised that all areas are explained in the assignment itself. MY TOPIC OF STUDY IS  OR DISSERTATION TOPIC  IS “THE IMPACT OF POVERTY ON THE EDUCATION SUCCESS OF CHILDREN”. There must be a reference page for the cited material. PLEASE READ THE INSTRUCTIONS!

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SLP 1 Assignment 

THIS ASSIGNMENT MUST BE DONE IN APA FORMAT. PLEASE READ AND UNDERSTAND THE INSTRUCTIONS. THIS IS AN ANNOTATED BIBLIOGRAPHY. MY TOPIC OF STUDY IS OR DISSERTATION TOPIC IS “THE IMPACT OF POVERTY ON THE EDUCATIONAL SUCCESS OF CHILDREN”. Please read and understand instructions. Both assignments are in ONE ATTACHMENT. 

Module 1 – Case

Research Problem, Purpose, and Theoretical/Conceptual Framework

Case Assignment

The Case Assignments in this course are designed to assist you with the completion of the

Doctoral Study Proposal

. Each module will provide you with instructions and guidance on how to complete a component of the proposal. You are expected to follow the steps below:

· Review all module content including the information provided on the module homepage.

· Incorporate any changes into your subsequent Case Assignments based on instructor feedback.

· Use the 

track changes function in Word

beginning with Case 2, so the instructor can follow the modifications you make to your document over time.

Using the module content as a guide, draft the following sections:

Background

Write a brief introduction to the methodology as a whole. Indicate the type of methodology that will be employed (qualitative, quantitative, mixed method). Describe the goals of the research study. The introduction should be one paragraph.

Here is an exercise to help you draft this section:

Complete the Checklist: Questions to Ask Yourself When Deciding on a Topic in the SAGE Research Methods Project Planner.

a. Are you interested enough in the topic? You need to be motivated to start your project, carry out the research, and see it through to the end.

b. Do you know enough about the general context of the topic you want to work on? You need this to be able to develop a decent account of what you are looking for in your research. If you lack this knowledge, you’ll need time to develop it.

c. Can you refine your topic down to a description of doable research?

d. Do you know how you will actually do the research? You will need the appropriate data gathering skills and competencies—or the time to learn them before starting your research.

e. Do you know what resources you need to do the research? You’ll also need to know how and where to get them.

f. Do you know what kind of ethical approval you need? You’ll need to get this organized in time to start the research

g. Can your project be done in the time available?

Statement of the Problem
Provide 1 or 2 paragraphs for the statement of the problem. It should address the following:

· What is the overriding problem?

· Where is the problem found? (context or setting)

· What needs to be done to solve the problem?

Here is a reading to help you draft this section:

Refer to p. 88 in the Ayiro (2012) text and draft a problem statement that includes the five components listed.

a. The topic, the problem, justification of the importance of the problem, deficiencies in current knowledge, and the audience(s) who will benefit from the study.

Purpose of the Study
Provide 2 or 3 paragraphs for the purpose of the study.

The purpose statement should begin with “The purpose of this (qualitative/quantitative/mixed methods) study is to …”

· Qualitative: the central phenomena under study is explained

· Quantitative: the variables are identified and defined

· Mixed methods: both the central phenomena and variables are described

In addition,

· The participants in the study are mentioned

· The setting of the study is explained

· The purpose statement compliments the problem statement

Conceptual or Theoretical Framework
Provide 4 or 5 paragraphs for the conceptual or theoretical framework of your study. Your conceptual or theoretical framework is based on your review of the literature and is clearly linked to your purpose statement.

· How does your study address a gap in the literature/research?

· What constructs (or variables) does your study attempt to explore or examine?

· Situate your study within other theory and research.

· Summarize why your study and the selected methodology addresses the phenomena or variables under study.

Here is a reading to help you draft this section and better understand the conceptual or theoretical framework:
Grant, C., & Osanloo, A. (2014). Understanding, selecting, and integrating a theoretical framework in dissertation research: Creating the blueprint for your “house.” Administrative Issues Journal: Education, Practice & Research, 4(2), 12–26.

Your conceptual or theoretical framework informs your research questions, methodology, and instrument.

Assignment Expectations

Assignment-driven criteria 30% (15 points) Demonstrates mastery covering all key elements of the assignment in a substantive way.

Critical thinking/Application to Professional Practice 25% (12 points) Demonstrates mastery conceptualizing the problem, and careful consideration of experts or research in the field of educational leadership. Module content and concepts are thoroughly and thoughtfully analyzed, synthesized, and evaluated thoroughly. Conclusions are logically presented and applied to professional practice in an exceptional manner.

Scholarly writing 15% (8 points) Demonstrates mastery and proficiency in scholarly written communication at the doctoral level.

Quality of references and organization 10% (5 points) Demonstrates mastery using relevant and quality sources and uses appropriate, relevant, and compelling content from the module readings or other sources to support ideas, and convey understanding of the topic and shape the work.

Citing sources 10% (5 points) Demonstrates mastery applying APA formatting standards to both in-text citations and the reference list.

Professionalism and Timeliness 10% (5 points) Demonstrates excellence in taking responsibility for learning; adhering to course requirement policies and expectations.   Assignments submitted on time or collaborated with professor for an approved extension on due date.

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Module 1 – SLP

Research Problem, Purpose, and Theoretical/Conceptual Framework

The SLP assignments in this course will assist you with the development of an annotated bibliography.   This document will become a valuable resource as you complete your study. For SLP 1, begin to develop an annotated bibliography for your dissertation with a focus on the articles you incorporated into your Case 1 assignment. For each resource provide the following:

· Complete APA Citation: Sample for Journal Article: Author, A. A., Author, B. B., & Author, C. C. (Year). Title of article. Title of Periodical, volume number (issue number), pages. http://dx.doi.org/xx.xxx/yyyyy

· Visit 

OWL APA

for guidance on how to cite other types of resources

· Summary: Discuss key definitions, theories, concepts, or ideas (in your own words)

· Key findings: Identify the findings that are relevant to your study.

· Key quote(s): Identify any key quotes or statements (remember to include a page number for each quote).

· Relation to other articles: Briefly compare and contrast this source to other sources in your annotated bibliography.

· Relevance to my Research: Identify which research question(s) or research methodology/design this article supports.

· Notes: Add any additional comments you have about this study (e.g. things to remember, follow up, or other considerations).

SLP Assignment Expectations

Assignment-driven criteria 35% (11 points) Demonstrates mastery covering all key elements of the assignment in a substantive way.

Critical thinking/Application to Professional Practice 25% (7 points) Demonstrates mastery conceptualizing the problem, and careful consideration of experts or research in the field of educational leadership. Module content and concepts are thoroughly and thoughtfully analyzed, synthesized, and evaluated thoroughly. Conclusions are logically presented and applied to professional practice in an exceptional manner.

Scholarly writing 10% (3 points) Demonstrates mastery and proficiency in scholarly written communication at the doctoral level.

Quality of references and organization 10% (3 points) Demonstrates mastery using relevant and quality sources and uses appropriate, relevant, and compelling content from the module readings or other sources to support ideas, and convey understanding of the topic and shape the work.

Citing sources 10% (3 points) Demonstrates mastery applying APA formatting standards to both in-text citations and the reference list.

Professionalism and Timeliness 10% (3 points) Demonstrates excellence in taking responsibility for learning; adhering to course requirement policies and expectations.   Assignments submitted on time or collaborated with professor for an approved extension on due date.

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