Final Paper
In this six- to
eight-page research paper, you will explore in detail one of the statistical
approaches to research discussed in the course, applying it in the context of a
specific application or methodological study. This will help you gain a deeper
understanding of your chosen topic as well as gain experience in translating
these ideas into practice. Select a topic for your research paper using any of
the statistical methods that we discussed in the course as it relates to your
area of interest in either business, economics, finance, management, social
science, health, psychology, or education.
Find at least three
relevant research articles which:
Support your chosen
topic.
Discuss previous work on
modeling/analysis in the area you’ve selected.
Have the statistical
analysis and results from research conducted.
Cover technical aspects
of the statistical methods discussed in class.
These can be found in
the University Library by going to a research database such as JSTOR or
ProQuest and searching for your topic. At least three of your sources
must be from peer-reviewed scholarly journals.
Your paper must include
the following:
Introductory Paragraph:
Identify the purpose of the paper, the common research issue, and the
corresponding statistical test in your opening paragraph.
Context Development:
Discuss the three articles used, the focus of the articles, the research
questions and hypotheses, and how the statistical technique helps answer the
research question in the studies.
Statistical Tool
Discussion: Discuss the role of statistics in research and the common
statistical test uses, limitations, and interpretation.
Conclusion: Summarize
the elements of the chosen statistical test and the kinds of research questions
the statistical test can help answer in your conclusion.
Resources: Provide a
reference page listing all sources used in the development of this paper in
American Psychology Association (APA) format. All
literature/computer/interview/resources should be cited and listed.
The Final Paper:
Must be six to eight
double-spaced pages in length, excluding the title and reference pages, and
formatted according to APA style as outlined in the Writing Center.
Must include a title
page with the following:
Must address the topic
of the paper with critical thought.
Must use at least three
scholarly sources from the Online Library, in addition to the text.
Must document all
sources in APA style as outlined in the Writing Center.
Must include a separate
reference page, formatted according to APA style as outlined in the Writing
Center.
Paper Topic will be as
follows
The Effects Smoking has
on Academics
