You are required to compile a Research Proposal for your chosen topic, to be used as the foundation for your research project in RES310. The Proposal should be written in a report format. Use the following structure with headings and subheadings: (See class notes for an example) 1. Introduction: (± 200 words) • General background of your topic; must mention your topic question • Outline main points in the proposal • Purpose statement of the proposal (NOT the research topic but what this proposal is about) 2. Findings: 2.1 Topic / title (± 14 words: in the form of a question) 2.2 Purpose/ problem statement of the topic (± 50-100 words: purpose of your topic & what you will argue when you write the paper) 2.3 Significance and justification of the research project (± 300 words: justify why this topic is relevant & whether it is feasible) 2.4 Main points of argument / threads / to be discussed in the research project (± 50-100 words: your threads which will becoming headings in your body of the research paper, point form, NO discussion) ASSESSMENT TEMPLATE___________________________________________________ Page 2 of 3 2.5 TABLE showing list of main points / threads with corresponding research methods and methodologies used (±200-300 words in a TABLE format) 2.6 TABLE showing list of primary research methods used with justification (±200-300 words in a TABLE format) 2.7 Ethical considerations of the project (±300 words: quality & integrity of your secondary & primary research) 2.8 Expected outcomes and limitations of the research project (±400 words: predictions about the research & limitations) 2.9 Personal reflection of the research process so far (±200 words: evaluate your research journey so far) 3. Conclusion and Recommendations: (± 200 words) • Summarise findings • Sum up final thoughts • Recommendations for further research 4. Appendices: • Copies of primary research questions/ questionnaires The writing style for the Research Proposal is formal, business writing. Do not use the first person. Use full sentences