1. Research Proposal Presentation Template KHS 220 – Research Methods

2. Introduction (1-2 slides) Provide background information Brief review of literature (cite sources) Identify the research problem/question

3. Purpose (1 slide) Describe the purpose of your proposed study and the research hypothesis (what you expect to find)

4. Methods – Participants (1 slide) Describe the characteristics of the participants (how many, ages, skill level, health status, sex, etc.)

5. Methods – Variables (1-2 slides) Provide specific descriptions of your independent/predictor and dependent/outcome variables and explain how they will be measured

6. Methods – Procedures (1-3 slides) Describe the study design and explain how data will be collected How long will the study last? Experimental or observational? Measuring relationships or comparing groups?

7. Significance (1-2 slides) Explain why the study is important and how the information will benefit the population, field, etc. Consider how your study would add to the knowledge base

8. References (1 slide) Provide a full reference page at the end using APA format Provide in-text citations (authors, year) in the slides when necessary