WRITING ASSIGNMENT – Problem Statement & Research Objectives

Write a paper of approximately 750 words based on your topic research and preliminary literature review, that answers the following:

Problem Statement

Revised/refine the preliminary problem statement from the Week 1 assignment.  This will be the problem statement for your final project.

Based on the research you conducted on your topic in Week 1, write a brief history and/or context of the problem, including why this is a problem and the consequences of the problem.

Research Objectives

Develop and explain at least two preliminary research objectives and how you plan to apply the methods of scientific inquiry to your research topic.

Describe how you plan to apply ethical guidelines and standards when writing your research proposal for your final project.

Develop at least one preliminary hypothesis statement.

References – Include a minimum of two additional sources (not used in Writing Assignment #1).  – Note:  Assignment #1 required 5 References.