The Intent of Study

The Intent of Study Order Description A research article submitted to a peer-reviewed journal should state a clear problem statement and in" rel="nofollow">include a conceptual or theoretical framework. Write a 3- to 5-page paper that addresses the followin" rel="nofollow">ing: • How and why the problem statement and conceptual or theoretical framework are important in" rel="nofollow">in applied research. (use Module 3 course readin" rel="nofollow">ings and homepage to guide your discussion) • Next select ONE article from the list below: o Locate and summarize the problem statement. o Locate and summarize the conceptual or theoretical framework. ? If a conceptual or theoretical framework is not presented, discuss why you feel the author did not in" rel="nofollow">include one. • Evaluate the problem statement usin" rel="nofollow">ing the followin" rel="nofollow">ing questions as a guide: o Is the purpose statement clear and concise? o Does the purpose statement in" rel="nofollow">include relationships among variables (quantitative) or a central phenomenon (qualitative)? o Does the purpose statement identify the participants and site? o Does the purpose statement mention a theory? • Evaluate the conceptual or theoretical framework usin" rel="nofollow">ing the followin" rel="nofollow">ing questions as a guide: o Does the literature review establish the basis for the conceptual or theoretical framework? o Is the conceptual or theoretical framework easy to follow and logical? o Does the conceptual or theoretical framework contribute to the study in" rel="nofollow">in a meanin" rel="nofollow">ingful way? • Provide a brief conclusion that discusses your understandin" rel="nofollow">ing of the problem statement and conceptual/theoretical framework in" rel="nofollow">in relation to a proposed dissertation topic under consideration. Select ONE article for this assignment: 1. Rodgers, M., Grays, M., Fulcher, K., & Jurich, D. (2013). Improvin" rel="nofollow">ing Academic Program Assessment: A Mixed Methods Study. Innovative Higher Education, 38(5), 383-395. Assignment Expectations Your paper will be assessed on the followin" rel="nofollow">ing criteria: Assignment-driven Criteria: Demonstrates mastery coverin" rel="nofollow">ing all key elements of the assignment in" rel="nofollow">in a substantive way. Critical Thin" rel="nofollow">inkin" rel="nofollow">ing/Application to Professional Practice: Demonstrates mastery conceptualizin" rel="nofollow">ing the problem, and careful consideration of experts or research in" rel="nofollow">in the field of educational leadership. Module content and concepts are thoroughly and thoughtfully analyzed, synthesized, and evaluated. Conclusions are logically presented and applied to professional practice in" rel="nofollow">in an exceptional manner. Scholarly Writin" rel="nofollow">ing: Demonstrates mastery and proficiency in" rel="nofollow">in scholarly written communication at the doctoral level. Quality of References and Assignment Organization: Demonstrates mastery usin" rel="nofollow">ing relevant and quality sources and uses appropriate, relevant, and compellin" rel="nofollow">ing content from the module readin" rel="nofollow">ings or other sources to support ideas, convey understandin" rel="nofollow">ing of the topic and shape the whole work. Citin" rel="nofollow">ing Sources: Demonstrates mastery applyin" rel="nofollow">ing APA formattin" rel="nofollow">ing standards to both in" rel="nofollow">in-text citations and the reference list. Professionalism and Timelin" rel="nofollow">iness: Demonstrates excellence in" rel="nofollow">in takin" rel="nofollow">ing responsibility for learnin" rel="nofollow">ing; adherin" rel="nofollow">ing to course requirement policies and expectations. Assignment submitted on time or collaborated with professor for an approved extension on due date.