Description
RES 815 Dissertation Development
Assessment Description
The dissertation problem statement emerges from the topic to address what need the research will fulfill. The problem statement must be supported by literature that upholds the need to explore the problem. In this assignment, you will construct an initial supported problem statement for your intended research topic.
General Requirements:
Use the following information to ensure successful completion of the assignment:
Locate the “Dissertation Development Template” in the Topic Resources.
This assignment uses a rubric. Please review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar with the expectations for successful completion.
Doctoral learners are required to use APA style for their writing assignments. The APA Style Guide is located in the Student Success Center.
Refer to the Publication Manual of the American Psychological Association for specific guidelines related to doctoral level writing. The Manual contains essential information on manuscript structure and content, clear and concise writing, and academic grammar and usage.
You are required to submit this assignment to LopesWrite. A link to the LopesWrite technical support articles is located in Class Resources if you need assistance.
Directions:
Use the Dissertation Development Template to provide an annotated bibliography of five empirical research articles on your proposed dissertation topic. For each article include a reference and an annotation (150-250 words each) of the key points of the article.
In the second portion of the assignment, you will answer questions regarding the alignment of your topic to your program and defend your selection of articles. Use the template to write a supported problem statement for your proposed dissertation topic. The statement must include a defense of the need to explore the problem and a discussion of the feasibility of the topic (250-500 words).
Attachments
RES-815-RS-DissertationDevelopment
Dissertation Development – Rubric
Criteria Description
Annotated Bibliography
- 5: Excellent
35 points
An annotated bibliography is thoroughly presented with rich detail and includes all necessary elements. Annotations are clear and comprehensive.
- 4: Good
31.85 points
An annotated bibliography is presented and includes all necessary elements. Annotations are clear and relatively descriptive. They are appropriate to the purpose.
- 3: Satisfactory
28.7 points
An annotated bibliography is presented, but the elements are addressed in a cursory manner.
- 2: Less Than Satisfactory
25.55 points
An annotated bibliography is present, but inaccurate or incomplete. Annotations are insufficiently developed and/or vague; purpose is not clear.
- 1: Unsatisfactory
0 points
An annotated bibliography is either missing or not evident to the reader. Annotations lack any discernible overall purpose or organizing claim.
Criteria Description
Alignment and Feasibility
- 5: Excellent
10 points
Potential topic displays purposeful alignment to the degree program. The study proposed is feasible and can be accomplished in a timely manner.
- 4: Good
9.1 points
Potential topic displays solid alignment to the degree program. The study proposed is feasible.
- 3: Satisfactory
8.2 points
Potential topic displays reasonable alignment to the degree program. The study proposed is feasible but additional focus will allow timely completion.
- 2: Less Than Satisfactory
7.3 points
Potential topic displays weak alignment to the degree program. The study proposed is not feasible but with significant work could be altered to become feasible.
- 1: Unsatisfactory
0 points
Potential topic does not display any discernible alignment to the degree program. The study proposed is not feasible.
Criteria Description
Problem Statement
- 5: Excellent
15 points
The problem statement is present and includes all components. The components are addressed well, and the alignment with one another is clear and strong.
- 4: Good
13.65 points
The problem statement is present and includes all components. The components are addressed well, and the alignment with one another is relatively strong.
- 3: Satisfactory
12.3 points
The problem statement is present and includes all components. Most are addressed well, but the alignment with one another is weak.
- 2: Less Than Satisfactory
10.95 points
The problem statement is present and includes all components, but they are not fully addressed and not in alignment with one another.
- 1: Unsatisfactory
0 points
The problem statement is present but disjointed and missing many components.
Criteria Description
Criteria Description
Defense of Article Selection
- 5: Excellent
25 points
A defense of the article selection is thorough. Argument is clear and convincing, presenting a persuasive claim in a distinctive and compelling manner.
- 4: Good
22.75 points
A defense of the article selection is present. Argument shows logical progressions. Techniques of argumentation are evident. There is a smooth progression of claims from introduction to conclusion.
- 3: Satisfactory
20.5 points
A defense of the article selection is cursory. Argument is orderly, but may have a few inconsistencies. The argument presents minimal justification of claims. Argument logically, but not thoroughly, supports the purpose.
- 2: Less Than Satisfactory
18.25 points
A defense of the article selection is illogical or inaccurate. Sufficient justification of claims is lacking. Argument lacks consistent unity. There are obvious flaws in the logic.
- 1: Unsatisfactory
0 points
A defense of the article selection is either missing or not evident.
Criteria Description
Mechanics of Writing
- 5: Excellent
10 points
Writer is clearly in command of standard, written, academic English.
- 4: Good
9.1 points
Prose is largely free of mechanical errors, although a few may be present. A variety of sentence structures and effective figures of speech are used.
- 3: Satisfactory
8.2 points
Some mechanical errors or typos are present, but are not overly distracting to the reader. Correct sentence structure and audience-appropriate language are used.
- 2: Less Than Satisfactory
7.3 points
Frequent and repetitive mechanical errors distract the reader. Inconsistencies in language choice (register), sentence structure, and/or word choice are present.
- 1: Unsatisfactory
0 points
Mechanical errors are pervasive enough that they impede communication of meaning. Inappropriate word choice and/or sentence construction are used.
Criteria Description
APA Format
- 5: Excellent
5 points
The document is correctly formatted. In-text citations and a reference page are complete and correct. The documentation of cited sources is free of error.
- 4: Good
4.55 points
Required format is used, but minor errors are present (e.g. headings and direct quotes). Reference page is present and includes all cited sources. Documentation is appropriate and citation style is usually correct.
- 3: Satisfactory
4.1 points
Required format is generally correct. However, errors are present (e.g. font, cover page, margins, and in-text citations). Reference page is included and lists sources used in the paper. Sources are appropriately documented though some errors are present.
- 2: Less Than Satisfactory
3.65 points
Required format elements are missing or incorrect. A lack of control with formatting is apparent. Reference page is present. However, in-text citations are inconsistently used.
- 1: Unsatisfactory
0 points
Required format is rarely followed correctly. No reference page is included. No in-text citations are used.
Total 100 points