Week 3 Discussion 1 Criteria
Once you have developed your research problem, the research purpose and research question become self-evident.
What also becomes evident is your position with respect to the topic, the question, and what you hope to find. Qualitative research recognizes that the research “space” is shaped by both the participants and the researcher.
… the identities of both researcher and participants have the potential to impact the research process. Identities come into play via our perceptions, not only of others, but of the ways in which we expect others will perceive us. Our own biases shape the research process, serving as checkpoints along the way. Through recognition of our biases, we presume to gain insights into how we might approach a research setting, members of particular groups, and how we might seek to engage with participants (Bourke, 2014, p. 1).
For this Discussion, you will examine a research question based on the purpose for inquiry, a rationale for the study, and issues of positionality.
To prepare for this Discussion:
- Consider the research topic you are developing for your Major Assignment 1.
- Review Chapter 3 of the Ravitch and Carl text and use Table 3.1, page 69 to help you create a rationale using the questions as your guide.
- Review Chapter 3 of the Ravitch and Carl text and specifically use pages 70–76 to create a positionality memo to reflect on your relationship to the topic.
- Review the Fundamentals of Qualitative Research Methods: Developing a Qualitative Research Question media program as a guideline to help you create a research question.
Transform your notes from your preparation work into four paragraphs and briefly explain in your post the following:
- The research purpose of your inquiry
- The rationale
- Issues of positionality
- The research question
Research Question: ???
What is the relationship between SANE/SART intervention and convictions is the inclusion of SANE testimony at court proceedings?
How is law enforcement protocol viewed among victims of sexual assault?
Narrowing the Scope:
Research Questions:
Who dictates whether or not sexual assault victims get services?
How is law enforcement protocol viewed among adult female victims of sexual assault cases?
Hypotheses: There is a relationship between law enforcement protocol for investigating sexual assault cases and the victim’s willingness to participate in judicial proceedings.
Null Hypotheses: There is no relationship between law enforcement protocol for investigating sexual assault cases and victim’s willingness to participate in judicial proceedings.
