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Assignment 1 –write a 1-2 page paper addressing the sections below
Part One: Please begin by responding to the following questions.
1. What factors must a researcher consider in selecting an existing instrument for use in a study?
2. How does a researcher locate an existing instrument?
Part Two: Search and locate an existing instrument that will be used to address your research question.
Post the title of the instrument selected and the level of measurement on the tool. Next, post a description
of the type of scale used in the instrument. Include a brief discussion of data collection procedures that
will be presented in your proposal.
Assignment 2
Research Proposal Draft
write a 2–3-page paper addressing the sections below of the research proposal.
Methodology




Extraneous Variables (and plan for how controlled).
Instruments: Description, validity, and reliability estimates, which have been performed (on a preestablished measure). Include plans for testing validity and reliability of generating your own
instrument(s).
Description of the Intervention
Data Collection Procedures
Assignment 2 Grading Criteria
Identifies extraneous variables and plan for how controlled.
Instrument is appropriate to address research question.
Includes description of the selected instrument(s), validity, and
reliability estimates.
Description of the Intervention is fully addressed.
Data Collection Procedures are clear and succinct.
Followed APA guidelines for writing style, spelling and
grammar, and citation of sources.
Total:
Maximum
Points
5
5
5
5
5
5
30

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