Title Select and present a concise title. The title should reflect the research issue and the methodology. (Keep it concise- 10- 12 words).

Title Select and present a concise title. The title should reflect the research issue and the methodology. (Keep it concise- 10- 12 words).

Section 1: Introduction and background (c. 600-650 words) 25 marks)

Select One reflection from the reflections you have provided in the appendix.

Reproduce the reflection at the start (not included in word limit)

Draw on scholarly literature to describe the context of the research mentioned in the reflection in greater depth.

Draw on scholarly references to discuss the gaps that exist in practice and the importance of the study in the field of practice.

Provide the research question and discuss the rationale for the study.

Provide the aims and objectives of your research.

Minimum 4 references.

Section 2: Methodology (c.600-650 words) (25 marks)

Discuss whether the study would be qualitative or quantitative or a mixed- methods study.

Define and describe the chosen methodology.

Draw on scholarly literature to explain the key concepts, the scope, the strength, and limitations of the methodology.

Discuss the possible variations that might be present in the methodology.

Clearly and briefly explain the approach to the methodology that you will undertake.

Compare the methodology selected with one other in the unit and make a case for the approach selected as - Assessment # Page 5 of 15 the most suitable and justify it with scholarly citations.

The guiding principle is that it should contain sufficient details.

Minimum 4 references.

Section 3: Methods of Data collection: (c.600-650 words) (25 marks).

Section A: Data Collection

Discuss forms of data that you could collect and why these would be important to your study. Provide a clear and detailed description of the participants (site, sample size, gender, ethnicity if needed).

Discuss the processes of data collection(for example, interviews( how many, type, format of interviews), surveys( details of the survey to be conducted), observations( how many, format, questions to focus upon for observations), curriculum documents, worksheets, lesson plans etc.,

Explain the importance of the data source for your study in terms of what it would enable you to examine in your research issue. Discuss One set of existing data (or secondary data source) that might be relevant to your study. Explain and interpret the data source what it contains; why it is relevant to your current practice; what it will enable you to comprehend. If you do not include existing data briefly state why existing data has not been included.

References used in the methodology section can be reused here You can set this section in a table form followed by an explanation and justification for the data to be collected (table and explanation all counted in the word space).

Section B: Ethics and significance:

Consider ethical processes and significance of your study. State the permission needed to conduct the study and the time frame for the completion of the - Assessment # Page 6 of 15 study. Minimum 1reference ( can be government site, school (XYZ) ethical rules (title); National Statement) Section 4: Plan the phase of practitioner inquiry project: (500-550words) (20 marks)

Outline each step of the phases you will plan to undertake the study. (Set this as a table)

Explain how you would use the existing data and other forms of data to be collected in the phases you outline.

Explain and discuss the importance of each of the steps.

Discuss how you plan to analyse the findings and the significance of the study. Provide a brief conclusion (this is optional; no penalty if not included). Minimum 1-2 references. Section 5: References (Reference list excluded from word limit). (5 marks)

You need to include references for sources you have cited and provide full bibliographic details in the reference list. Use APA, 7th Edition for in-text citations and the reference list. Include a minimum of 8-10 high-quality scholarly references