Steps of Writing a Research Proposal

 

What is Research Proposal?-A research proposal describes-how researcher will do the research. -a written Plan of a Research  -a plan of action for Conducting Research -a step by step plan for conducting the study 
Research proposal should be-A research proposal should be -Clear and specific -With proper Guidelines-Steps included according to the type of research/study-With proper citation -In future tense-In expected manner
Steps of Writing a Research ProposalMost proposals should contain at least these elements:Title Page-1st Step : Introduction-2nd Step : Review of Related Literature-3rd  Step : Research Design-4th Step : Data Analysis & Expected Findings-5th Step : Reference list or bibliography-6th Step : Budget & Expected Schedule
1st Step:  IntroductionThe first part of proposal It explains what researcher want to do and why. It should:Introduce the topicGive background and contextIt’s gives these Outlines Statement of the Problem Objectives of the study Research Questions
2nd Step: Review of Related LiteratureIt also shows that researcher not simply repeating what other people have already done or said.It’s aim to demonstrate exactly how present research will contribute to conversations in the field.Compare and contrast:Be critical:Show how present research fits in
3rd Step: Research DesignThe research design or methodology section should describe the overall approach and practical steps researcher will take to answer the research questions. -Research typewill you do qualitative or quantitative research?will you collect original data or work with primary or secondary sources?is this research design descriptive or experimental etc?-SourcesHow will researcher select subjects or sources-Research methodsWhat tools and procedures will researcher use to collect and analyze data?Why are these the best methods to answer the research questions?
4th Step: Data Analysis & FindingsTo finish the proposal on a strong note, researcher can explore the potential implications of the research for theory or practice.Expected Findings Implications and contribution to knowledgeSuggestions & suggestion for the further studiesLimitation of the study Conclusion
5th Step: Reference list or bibliographyResearch proposal must include proper citations for every source which he or she used.Full publication details should always be included in the reference list. 
6th Step: Budget & Expected ScheduleThis section is applying for research funding-Cost: Exactly how much money need for the research?To determine research budget.-Travel costs: There is any need to go to specific locations to collect data? How will researcher get there, how long will he or she spend there, and what will do there ?-Materials: Is there any need access to any tools or technologies? Are there training or installation costs?-Assistance: There is any need to hire research assistants for the project? -Time: How much will researcher need to cover the time spent on the research?