Research process

Order Description Respond to a set of questions to discuss the research process in relation to one of the nominated research topics. The assignment will demonstrate your ability to conceptualise a research project and think through the steps, issues, and debates critical to completing a social research project. In order to complete this assignment, you need to select one topic from the list below and answer the questions that follow in relation to your chosen topic. Select from one of the Topics below and create your own research question. TOPICS (select one from the following list): 1. Gender 2. Youth 3. Employment 4. Migration 5. Sexuality 6. Ageing 7. Housing 8. Mental Health 9. Community 10. Environment Question 1: Parameters of the research (300 words) State the topic you have selected and explain your specific interest in researching this topic. Remember you cannot research everything, make your framework and parameters realistic. Consider: • What do you want to find out? • Why is it important? • What social issues do you see as relevant to research of this topic? Question 2: The research question (100 words) Based on Q1 (above): • Phrase your research question clearly and succinctly; • Identify the assumptions underpinning your research question. Question 3: Clearly explain your epistemological position and your theoretical framework for the research topic you have selected. (100 words) • One word answers are not sufficient, you must contextualise & explain/clarify your position Question 4: Identify and explain any ethical issues associated with your research question (100 words) Question 5: Research design (300 words) Briefly explain the research design. In so doing provide clear links to your epistemological position and theoretical perspective, as well as to your methods for collecting and analysing the research data. Question 6. Methods for collecting the research data (300 words) How will you collect the research data (not secondary research)? Identify the method(s) and explain why these method(s). Remember, the methods you choose to collect and analyse your research data must be compatible with each other and with your research purpose. Question 7. Methods for analysing the research data (300 words) How will you analyse the research data? Identify the method/s and explain why you are engaging these method/s. Remember, the methods you choose to collect and analyse your research data must be compatible with each other and with your research purpose.