This assignment consists of the definition of a research project proposal in its initial steps. It must include the definition of a research area, a research aim and a research question/hypothesis.
You must upload the written assignment in a word document (using the Dissertation Proposal template) via Turn-it-in. Save your document with the filename: MIDTERM_xxxxxxx (where xxxxxxx is your last name).
Two parts (I & II): (Each part is 50% of the assignment)
I. Development of a research idea:
You must construct a research area, in a single sentence, with a set of selected field and subfields. The research area should be enough specific to define a clear research framework. A research aim must be explained, defining an objective proposal.
· Research Area / Fields / Subfields
· Research Aim
II. Development of a research question/hypothesis:
You must define a complex research question, that covers all relevant aspects of the research idea (the research question can not be a dual answer question). Two hypotheses must be defined according to the research idea and question.
· Research Question
· Hypotheses
Formalities
· Wordcount: 300 min – 800 max.
· Font: Arial 12 pt.
· Text alignment: Justified
Submission: June 21st, 2020. 23:59 CEST.
Weight: This task is 40% of your total grade for this subject.
It assesses the following learning outcome:
· Demonstrate thorough understanding of the terminology of academic research and writing, defining the initial steps of a research project proposal.
RUBRICS
| Written answers | Excellent 90-100% | Good 80-89% | Fair 70-79% | Marginal Fail 60-69% | Fail <60% |
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Knowledge &Understanding (40%) |
Student demonstrates thorough understanding of content.
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Student demonstrates considerable understanding of content.
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Student demonstrates some understanding of content.
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Student demonstrates limited understanding of content.
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Student demonstrates no understanding of content.
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Application (40%) |
Applies knowledge and skills in familiar contexts with a high degree of effectiveness, providing relevant contents that support points. | Applies knowledge and skills in familiar contexts with considerable effectiveness, providing some relevant contents that make a good attempt at supporting points. | Applies knowledge and skills in familiar contexts with some effectiveness, providing contents although some may lack relevance or provide limited support. | Applies knowledge and skills in familiar contexts with limited effectiveness, few/ irrelevant contents provided.
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No application of possible knowledge or skills. No contents provided.
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Communication (20%) |
Uses conventions, vocabulary, and terminology of the discipline with a high degree of effectiveness.
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Uses conventions, vocabulary, and terminology of the discipline with considerable effectiveness. | Uses conventions, vocabulary, and terminology of the discipline with some effectiveness.
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Uses conventions, vocabulary, and terminology of the discipline with limited effectiveness.
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Lack of use of conventions, vocabulary, and terminology of the discipline.
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