University of Hartford
Department of Educational Leadership
EDD 860 RUBIC
CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION TO THE STUDY
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1. The Introduction to the study section:
a. Has a clear statement demonstrating that the focus of the
study is on a significant issue or problem that is worthy of
study.
b. Contains a brief, well-articulated summary of the relevant
research literature that substantiates a need for studying the
issue or problem.
2. The Problem Statement:
a. Describes the issue or problem to be studied.
b. Situates the issue or problem in context.
c. Contains a purpose statement stating the specific objectives
of the research.
3. The Theoretical Orientation or Conceptual Framework delineates
the ideas or concepts that are being applied to the issue or problem
under investigation. The narrative:
a. Provides descriptions of the ideas or concepts and their
relevance to the issue or problem chosen for study.
b. Briefly links the descriptions to prior knowledge and
research.
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4. The Research Questions:
a. Are stated clearly.
b. Are directly connected to the theoretical orientation or
conceptual framework.
5. There are Operational Definitions of technical terms and special
word uses.
6. The chapter ends with a Summary of the key points that were
reviewed and an overview of the contents of the remaining chapters
in the document.
7. The Significance of the Study provides a rationale for the study.
This can be described in terms:
a. Application to educational leadership and
b. Generation or extension of knowledge,
c. Implications for social or organizational change, or
Advancement of a methodological approach for examining
. the issue or problem under study
8. Format and Style:
a. Excellent APA style
b. Correct grammar and spelling
Comments: Total:
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