Introduction Section of Research Proposal:

Complete the Introduction Section of Research Proposal in the Word Document file that says Assignment Here. Flow with the Topic and Hypothesis that has been set in place. The topic is: Identity

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Correct the Topic and Hypothesis in the paper as well. The professor made a comment on the Topic and Hypothesis part by saying “Pick one research question and one hypothesis. Keep the project manageable.”

Refer to the Methods of Social Research Paper Format Word Document attached to this order to help guide you with the introduction section of the research proposal.

The introduction section of the research proposal must be 7-8 pages. Those pages do not include the title page or your reference page(s). However, you may do an Executive Summary (Abstract) if you would like and that would count as a page. The executive summary/abstract must consist of a minimum of 250 words. The paper must be double spaced. You must use citations within in the body of the paper, and on the reference page. Use APA style for citations. You must have a minimum of 7-8 references for your introduction.

Assignment Overview:

Background: The beginning of the chapter should serve as a carefully organized lead-in to the problem under investigation. This section should include an overview of the historical evolution, the current status, the projected future dimensions of the problem, or all three.

Statement of the Problem: Present the focal point(s) of the research. Introduce the “what” of the present investigation (i.e., clearly state what the study will examine or investigate). State the specific major question(s) and/or hypothesis(es) to be studied or tested. Make a precise statement of all minor questions to be explored.

Purpose of the Study: Justify the study. What is the importance of this study? Why is the present investigation significant? Explain how it supports other studies, differs from previous studies, extends present knowledge and/or examines new issues.

Stakeholders: Identify the stakeholders in your study.
Theoretical Basis and Organization: How does the present research correspond with other studies? What are the underlying theoretical bases or basis upon which the study is constructed? One hypothesis should create the solid foundation upon which the conceptual framework is built.

Assumptions: What assumptions are you making as you begin your research?
Limitations of the Study: Discuss both content and methodological limitations of the investigation. How will the research work within or around these confines?
Definition of Terms: Define any special terms used in the study and establish abbreviations that will be used throughout the text.

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