Getting StartedThe methodology section of your paper outline

Getting StartedThe methodology section of your paper outlines the methods that you would use to complete your study. The methodology paper has seven elements: 1) Introduction, 2) Design of the Study, 3) Research Questions/Hypothesis, 4) Sampling Methodology, 5) Data Collection Methods, 6) Data Analysis Methods, and 7) Ethical Issues.Upon successful completion of this assignment, you will be able to:Demonstrate in writing knowledge of the key elements of a methodology paper, as it applies to your research study.ResourcesTextbook: Practice-Based Research in Social WorkTextbook: Writing Empirical Research Reports: A Basic Guide for Students of the Social and Behavioral SciencesTutorial: Introduction to the Methodology SectionFile: Methodology Draft Example: Descriptive.pdfFile: Methodology Draft Example: Experimental.pdfFile: Methodology Draft Example: Qualitative.pdfWebsite: Avoiding PlagiarismBackground InformationIntroduction to the Methodology SectionThe introduction section of the methodology paper is relatively simple. You want to identify the problem statement and then discuss the subsections of the paper, which include the design of the study, research questions/hypothesis, sampling methods, data collection methods, data analysis methods, and, finally, some ethical issues. The purpose is to inform the reader that the content has shifted from the literature review to the methodology. For more information, view the Introduction to Methodology Section tutorial.InstructionsReview the rubric to make sure you understand the criteria for earning your grade.In your textbook Practice-Based Research in Social Work, read the following chapters:Chapter 6, “Understanding Basic Differences in Data-Collection Methods”Chapter 7, “Qualitative Data Gathering”Chapter 8, “Quantitative Data Gathering”Chapter 9, “PBR Sampling”Chapter 10, “Research Ethics and Protection of Human Subjects in PBR”In your textbook Writing Empirical Research Reports, read the following chapters:Chapter 2, “Writing Simple Research Hypotheses”Chapter 4, “Writing Research Objectives and Questions”Chapter 9, “Writing Method Sections”Review the following files:Methodology Draft Example: Descriptive.pdfMethodology Draft Example: Experimental.pdfMethodology Draft Example: Qualitative.pdfReview the tutorial, Introduction to the Methodology Section.Review the website, Avoiding Plagiarism, at http://indwes.libguides.com/c.php?g=71133.Complete the methodology draft for your research study.Your paper should follow APA formatting and include a cover page, in-text citations, and a reference page.