Doctoral Project 1- Clinical Psychology
Doctoral Project I
This course prepares the doctoral candidate for the development of a final project. It is the first of five courses to accomplish the final project. A review of research design, modes of inquiry, techniques of analysis, the social and ethical context of research, and the uses of research is undertaken. The focus of study is on the delineation of a problem in the field of psychology and a plan for conducting research that will lead to its resolution. Emphasis is on developing the background of the problem, statement of the problem, purpose, and significance of the study in respect to the proposed problem. The doctoral project is intended to make a significant contribution to the field of Psychology and provides an opportunity for doctoral candidates to integrate and apply theoretical and practical knowledge gained in the degree course work.
TABLE OF CONTENTS:
ACKNOWLEDGMENTS
ABSTRACT
LIST OF TABLES
LIST OF FIGURES
CHAPTER ONE OVERVIEW OF THE STUDY
Background of the Problem
Statement of the Problem
Purpose of the Study
Theoretical Framework
Significance of the Study
Limitations and Delimitations
Definitions and Key Terms
Organization
CHAPTER TWO LITERATURE REVIEW
Provide Heading for First Theme
Subheading-Level Two
Subheading-Level Three
Subheading-Level Two
Subheading-Level Two
Discussion for Section
Theoretical Framework
Summary
CHAPTER THREE METHODOLOGY
Research Method
Participants
Instruments
Data Collection
Data Analysis
CHAPTER FOUR RESULTS
Participants
Results Research Question One
Results Research Question Two
Results Research Question Three
Summary
CHAPTER FIVE DISCUSSION OF THE FINDINGS
Discussion of Findings
Implications for Professional Practice
Recommendations for Research
Conclusion
REFERENCES
APPENDIX A (if any and then list others below this one)
Learning Outcomes:
- Evaluate course concepts critically and competently through interaction with diverse Learners and Mentors
- Analyze various research methodologies
- Identify a specific problem or an area for analysis and/or intervention
- Formulate research questions and identify an applicable theory
- Identify and establish key words regarding criteria or variables
- Support research questions by assessing the literature
- Demonstrate the ability to conduct research
- Analyze and evaluate information critically and effectively
- Demonstrate ethical behavior in the use of technology