managing the econmic recovery

managing the econmic recovery Write a quantitative essay on a topic of your choice. This 15-20 page essay (maximum - double spaced pages) should look like an academic essay with: An Introduction Clear Research Question and Hypotheses Literature Review Data Analysis Conclusion The analysis will be conducted with one of the datasets on the course drive. Structure of Final Paper Introduction Clear and compelling Topic clearly introduced and put in context – tell the reader why he or she is reading your essay. Clearly stated research question – “The aim of this paper is…” Literature Review The pertinent literature is reviewed. A minimum of 15 sources (from books and/or journals) are expected. On-line reference are permitted but should not be the majority. On-line reference should be from reputable academic sources (on-line academic journals, JSTOR etc – in doubt, find real source) Analyses from others are discussed – variables used, findings etc. Should be well-written integrated (no point form or annotated bibliography – no repetitive format as in: The study by “X” said… Then the next study said Then the next…) This section concludes with a summary of what was learned. Methodology Variables are discussed: Present Frequency Table of Dependent Variable: Table 1 – Vote Choice Conservative            600 (60.0) Liberals            250 (25.0) NDP                150 (15.0) Total                1000 (100.0) Mode: Source: 2011 Canadian Election Study Discuss all data processing steps undertaken (recoding, missing data etc.) Review Index Building or Factor Analysis – discuss new variables resulting from such steps. Discuss research hypotheses. Analysis Present a least one Contingency Table Table 2 – Impact of Age on Vote Choice Source: Question wording (if available) Present and discuss at least 2 control tables. Findings should be discussed in text. Table in output could be placed in appendix and referred to in text. Discuss the objectives of your regression analysis. Present the variables you will incorporate in your analysis Your correlation matrix should be in Appendix Your regression table should be in appendix Present your regression equation: Y(name) = a + b1x(name)+ b2x(name) + … (s.e.)        (s.e) R-squared = Discuss your findings in details Conclusion Restate main elements of your essay Identify Key Findings What have you learned? Position your findings in larger literature on your topic.