- How do I go about writing a research proposal? - How do I maximize my chances of Writing a successful research proposals? - How do I do a literature review?
Writing a research proposal is one of the most important tasks facing academics, researchers and postgraduate students. In this accessible, informative and entertaining book, Denicolo and Becker tell you how to develop an effective research proposal to secure funding for your research projects or to gain a place on a research degree programme. The book helps you understand what those reading your proposal are looking for and supports the development of writing skills through practical activities.
This book offers down-to-earth advice on: - How best to carry out and structure the literature review - How to develop and phrase research questions and hypotheses - How to handle methods and methodology in your proposal - Crucial issues of planning, strategy and timing.
This is a must-have book for anyone seeking to write a successful research proposal.
Prologue
Serendipity
Intended Readers
Overview of the Rook
The Task Before You
What is a Research Proposal?
When Is a Research Proposal Required and Why?
What Are the Key Aspects of Proposal Preparation?
What Should Be Included in the Introduction, Rationale and Literature
Review?
What Is the Significance of the Aims, Objectives, and Research
Questions/Hypotheses?
What Should Be Included in the Methodology/Research Implementation Sections?
What Financial Considerations Are Required?
What Planning and Organisation Details Are Required?
Who Are the other Potential Contributors to and Referees for Your Project?
Where Does It End? Reactions, Reflections and Anticipations
Appendix 1 Funding Sources
Appendix 2 Resources
Glossary
Index
Working across a range of disciplines (Psychology, Health & Social Care and Pharmacy), Pam Denicolo, a Professor Emerita from the University of Reading, a Fellow of the Academy of Social Sciences, and an Honorary Member of the Royal Pharmaceutical Society, has wide-ranging experience both of using a range of research approaches and methods and of teaching how to use them well to a broad range of students and professionals world-wide. She has served on executive boards and committees of national and international learned societies and organisations devoted to research and teaching. She continues to publish widely student support materials, books, and journal articles on research because she remains passionately committed to mentoring and coaching newer researchers and academics.
Lucinda Becker is Professor of Pedagogy and an award-winning lecturer and tutor at the University of Reading. She has dedicated her professional life to creating independent learners who are confident in themselves intellectually, professionally and personally. Lucinda has written numerous study guides for students and works with undergraduates and postgraduates across the university. She is also a professional trainer and consultant, helping new graduates in engineering, science and law to become successful communicators and leaders.
