Rubric for Research Framework Part 2 (Problem Statement, Research Question, Research Hypothesis or Objective, and Tools for Data Collection)
Although longer submissions are accepted for now, this material will have to be synthesized into approx. 200 words for the research poster.
For each element:
• Full marks given if the content matches the criteria and is clearly formulated, rigorous, and presented with reasonable detail.
• Half marks taken off if content at least partly matches the criteria, but is poorly expressed, implausible or superficial, or lacking reasonable detail.
• Full marks taken off if the element is absent, completely inaccurate, or severely problematic.
Problem Statement, Research Question, Research Hypothesis or Objective, and Tools for Data Collection (10)
• The problem statement briefly explains, in obtective terms, the overall context for the research. (1)
• The research question is impartial, factual and verifiable. (1)
• The research hypothesis OR research objective is appropriate and sufficiently justified. (2)
• The data collection methods...
... are described in sufficient detail and adequately reflect the nature (qualitative/quantitative) of the research question. (2)
... are realistic and can plausibly be expected to provide sufficient evidence to prove/disprove the research hypothesis OR to meet the research objective. (3)
• The research question, research hypothesis OR research objective, and the data collection methods are written using objective and neutral language (the first person should be used sparingly and only when necessary). (1)