Choosing+Between+Topics

=Choosing Between Topics (Topic Selection) (GWU EMSE 216-8000)=

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The goal of a dissertation is to demonstrate the ability to conduct original research. This includes selecting a worthwhile topic and making a contribution to the body of knowledge in your field while demonstrating good research techniques.
 * ~There is no expectation that the question will achieve a fundamental breaktrhrough or clarify a broad range of subjects.~ ... ~Look for a couple of grains of sand on your topic beach.~ ...
 * But, ~One that will result in a proposal contract that is deliverable in a timely manner.~ (Barbera, 2011)

Factors to Consider - Want a table with things that should be considered. Builds on what Barbera said in the first class.
 * Research Topic ||  ||   ||   ||   ||   ||   ||
 * Signficance To Field ||  ||   ||   ||   ||   ||   ||
 * Research Question ||  ||   ||   ||   ||   || Find a Question ||
 * Importance To You ||  ||   ||   ||   ||   ||   ||
 * Working Hypotheis ||  ||   ||   ||   ||   ||   ||
 * Possible Mehods ||  ||   ||   ||   ||   ||   ||
 * Data Collection Controlable ||  ||   ||   ||   ||   ||   ||
 * Working Hypotheis ||  ||   ||   ||   ||   ||   ||
 * Possible Mehods ||  ||   ||   ||   ||   ||   ||
 * Data Collection Controlable ||  ||   ||   ||   ||   ||   ||
 * Data Collection Controlable ||  ||   ||   ||   ||   ||   ||


 * Sources**
 * 1) Dr. Joseph A. Barbera. EMSE 8000, Spring 2011
 * 2) EMSE 8000, Spring 2011
 * 3) Review of materials in Topic Selection
 * 4) EMSE 216, Fall 2007

Contributors: Sisson