Quantitative Research Paper Proposal

The research proposal does not mean you actually have to do the study, you just have to propose a study to do. The study should still be in the realm of possibility though, meaning if someone decided to do your proposed study they would in fact be able to. The proposal should focus on quantitative methods but may also include qualitative methods. You're free to pick a focus area of your choice (criminology, psychology, sociology, etc.). Below are some resources that you might want to explore to start the literature review. 1. Google Scholar - Focus on peer reviewed studies. This indicates that the research has been well vetted by a community of researchers. - Look at meta-analyses. This can be helpful in finding other references to explore. (A meta-analysis provides an overview of existing literature in the field, answering a specific question.) 2. Library Guides [login to view URL] - Provides guides to the databases the library has access to. 3. [login to view URL] - Policy-oriented research It should include: title, introduction, literature review, methods section and a bibliography. Total 12 pages; double spaced, standard margins, Times New Roman 12pt. Use APA citation style, minimum of 8 references.