Develop Chapter 1 of the Dissertation Prospectus. Be sure use the Dissertation Template (link on Course Home page) for formatting, headings, and type of content. See also the EdD Dissertation Content Guidelines document (link on Course Home page).
The Introductory paragraph(s) clearly identifies the topic and direction of the Chapter 1. All of the sections within the chapter are noted and the outline of the chapter is clearly presented.
The Statement of the Problem is clearly identified and supporting research is briefly offered to support the existence of the problem. The statement of the problem should include background on the existing problem, literature that briefly addresses the background, and the current state of the problem.
The Purpose of the Study is clearly articulated and succinctly written to identify the design and method, as well as context and potential participant population. A few sentences can be devoted to connecting the purpose and the problem so the reader can clearly see how your purpose will address the identified problem.
The Research Question(s) is succinct, clear, and focused; it conveys the design and methodology that are appropriate to answer the questions; questions are clearly derived from the purpose statement, and are manageable. Note: Make sure you do not confuse research questions for survey or interview questions.
Definitions of Key Terms clearly explain terms unique to the study that may not be understood by the reader.
A theoretical and/or conceptual framework can be articulated, but limit these sections to 4-5 paragraphs each (at most).
The Summary succinctly and clearly summarizes Chapter 1 and prepares the reader for Chapter 2.
APA format is followed throughout the chapter. Writing is appropriately scholarly, including no punctuation, spelling, or general grammar errors. This is not optional.
Submit Chapter 1 (modeled after the ACU EdD Dissertation Template) to your dissertation chair.
Rubric
Chapter 1 Draft Rubric
Chapter 1 Draft Rubric
Criteria Ratings Pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeIntroductory Paragraph & Summary
The Introductory paragraph(s) clearly identifies the direction of the Chapter One. All of the sections within the Chapter are noted and the outline of the Chapter is clearly presented. The Summary succinctly and clearly summarizes Chapter 1 and prepares the reader for Chapter 2.
1 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeStatement of the Problem
The Statement of the Problem is clearly identified and supporting research is briefly offered to support the existence of the problem. The statement of the problem should include background on the existing problem, literature that briefly addresses the background, and the current state of the problem.
3 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomePurpose of the Study
The Purpose of the Study is clearly articulated and succinctly written.
3 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeResearch Question(s)
The Research Question(s) is succinct, clear and focused; conveys that the selected inquiry is the appropriate methodology to answer the questions; questions are clearly derived from the purpose statement, and are manageable.
1 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeDefinitions of Key Terms
Definitions of Key Terms clearly explain terms unique to the study that may not be understood by the reader.
1 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeFormat
APA format is followed throughout the chapter. Writing is appropriately scholarly, including no punctuation, spelling, or general grammar errors.
3 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeConclusion and summary to the chapter. Review main points and preview chapter 2
1 pts
Total Points: 13
**Please use dissertation template provided in the attachment below to organize the paper**
**Please also use my Problem of Practice as a basis for how/what to write in Chapter 1- I am a pretty wordy, complex writer** **The Concept Proposal attached below was written by the writer, not myself.
**All sources are provided in my Concept Proposal**
**The 2 Pages do not include the acknowledgements section, title page, etc. that I will fill in, but if you could copy and paste the first sections from the general outline as given in the attached dissertation template I would so appreciate that** I believe I have paid the extra for the abstract page/table of contents, which is the majority of the first portion of the dissertation..Also I apologize for so much detail but I am nervous regarding this first major dissertation assignment. Thank you so much for your patience.
