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RESEARCH SEMINAR 1 QUALITATIVE

RESEARCH ORAL DEFENSE OF


RESEARCH PAPER

NAME OF RESEARCHERS:

TITLE OF RESEARCH

CRITERIA SCORE
I. OVERALL ARGUMENTATIVE FLOW
a. Logical sequence of ideas and arguments
b. Coherent conceptual and methodological story 15

II. REVIEW OF RELATED LITERATURE


a. Relevant to the argumentation and to the thesis problem
b. Up to date 15

III. RESEARCH PROBLEM


a. Makes a clear contribution vis-à-vis past studies in related
literature 10
b. Clear statement of the thesis problem
c. Appropriate conceptual frame

IV. METHODOLOGY
a. Over-all methodological approach best fits research question
b. Sampling design best fits thesis question and mirrors
conceptual arguments in related literature 10
c. Appropriate data collection and analysis methods vis-à-vis
thesis question
d. Adherence to sound ethical standards

V. RESULTS and DISCUSSION


a. Clear
b. Concise
c. Appropriate analysis of results 20
VI. QUALITY OF WRITING
a. Grammar
b. Spelling 10
c. APA Format – especially source citations and Reference
section

VII. ORAL DEFENSE


a. Mastery of subject matter
b. Ability to explain ideas
c. Attitude towards suggestions
d. Time management 20
e. Quality of visuals
f. Organization

- DR. cfsasot

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