RESEARCH PROPOSAL on Retraction

Create a research proposal that provides a detailed plan for your research study that states your hypothesis, reports the sampling method, explains the data collection method, and identifies the measurement procedure.
Assignment Instructions:
For this assignment, write your research proposal. Be sure to use the Research Proposal Template [DOCX] which is attached, as it provides context and wording that you should use to help you clearly explain your main points. By using the template, you will cover all of the points below.

Insert your revised literature review in the Literature Review section in the template.
Operationally define the variables that you are using in your study.
State your hypothesis for your study.
Report on the method you will use to sample your participants.
Use your notes from the media piece to guide your sampling method selection.
Note: You will be using your classmates as participants for this project.
Explain the method you will use to collect and analyze your data.
Use your notes from the media piece to guide your sampling method selection.
Choose the measurement that matches your study.
Review the template for suggested language.
Discuss how the measurement increases the reliability and validity of the study.
Explain your procedure based on research design you chose.
Competencies Measured
By successfully completing this assignment, you will demonstrate your proficiency in the following course competencies:

Competency 1: Explain types of psychological research methods.
Operationally define the variables that are being used in a research study.
Describe the uses of research methods.
Describe a sampling method that is appropriate for a study and available resources.
Competency 2: Apply research methods and psychological research findings.
Identify an appropriate measurement that matches a particular research study.
Competency 3: Design an ethically appropriate psychological research study utilizing psychological theory and concepts.
Explain the method that will be used to collect and analyze data.
Design research with respect to controls for variations in behavior related to individual and sociocultural differences that can influence research outcomes.
Competency 4: Conduct an ethically appropriate psychological research study.
Discuss how a measurement increases the reliability and validity of a research study.
Explain the procedure based on a chosen research design.
Competency 5: Communicate in a manner that is scholarly, professional, and consistent with expectations for professionals in the field of psychology.
Incorporate feedback to revise a literature review.
Use APA-style formatting, citations, and references.