Preparation for Writing the Dissertation Proposal: 1-3 semester hours

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Prerequisites: Completion of research methods course requirements. This course provides an in-depth examination of the essential elements of a dissertation proposal. Particular emphasis is placed on examining the validity and reliability or the trustworthiness of the design of proposed research. Tools for identifying strengths and weaknesses are applied to proposals. Critique of proposals is employed. Also reviewed is the process of presenting and defending a proposal.