This document outlines the typical format and parts for research proposals for quantitative and qualitative research. For quantitative research, the standard sections include an introduction, literature review, research design and methodology, and data analysis sections. For qualitative research, the standard sections are similar but replace the research design section with a methodology section that describes the specific qualitative methodology used, such as phenomenology or grounded theory. Both include sections on the background, problem statement, theoretical framework, definitions, and significance of the study.
This document outlines the typical format and parts for research proposals for quantitative and qualitative research. For quantitative research, the standard sections include an introduction, literature review, research design and methodology, and data analysis sections. For qualitative research, the standard sections are similar but replace the research design section with a methodology section that describes the specific qualitative methodology used, such as phenomenology or grounded theory. Both include sections on the background, problem statement, theoretical framework, definitions, and significance of the study.
This document outlines the typical format and parts for research proposals for quantitative and qualitative research. For quantitative research, the standard sections include an introduction, literature review, research design and methodology, and data analysis sections. For qualitative research, the standard sections are similar but replace the research design section with a methodology section that describes the specific qualitative methodology used, such as phenomenology or grounded theory. Both include sections on the background, problem statement, theoretical framework, definitions, and significance of the study.
Quantitative Research Qualitative Research Title Page Title Page
Chapter 1. Introduction Chapter 1. Introduction
Background of the Study Background of the Study Theoretical Framework of the Study (paradigm included) Epistemological and Theoretical Research Perspective (specific theories of the study) Statement of the Problem Statement of the Problem Hypothesis (when appropriate) Assumptions of the Study Definition of Terms Definition of Terms Delimitation of the Study Significance of the Study Significance of the Study
Chapter 2. Review of Related Literature Chapter 2. Review of Related Literature
Review of related literature and studies to reveal related Review of related literature and studies to reveal related concepts, theories or underlying assumptions about the concepts, theories or underlying assumptions about the problem. problem.
Chapter 3. Research Design and Methodology Chapter 3. Methodology*
Methodological Perspective (specific methodology used in the study) Research Design Context of the Study (as appropriate) Setting/Venue/Research Locale Data Sources Methodology Procedures/ The Sample /Participants Data Analysis (description) Instruments The Intervention (if applicable) Data Collection Procedure Ethical Considerations Data Analysis Procedure
*Parts may vary depending on the
methodology used in the study (Adapted from the Thesis/ Dissertation format of WVSU)