Dissertation Research: An Integrative Approach

by Robert E. Levasseur

Overview

Dissertation Research is a must for doctoral students who want to get the most out of the time, money, and effort they invest in their dissertation. From Dissertation Research you will learn: • The steps in the dissertation research process • How to find a researchable dissertation topic • How to develop an integrated research plan • The structure and content of the proposal • How to write a high-quality proposal • How to conduct your dissertation research • The structure and content of the dissertation • How to write a high-quality dissertation • The steps in the dissertation review process • How to choose a dissertation committee • How to manage the dissertation process • How to publish your dissertation findings Written by a university professor who has worked with dozens of students to help them achieve their goal of earning a doctorate, this book contains practical information about what you must do at each step in the dissertation research process, and why, as well as specific examples of how to do it. Dissertation Research is the book you need to enable you to make the most of your dissertation journey.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780978993054
Publisher:	MindFire Press
Publication date:	01/01/2017
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Pages:	109
File size:	776 KB

About the Author

Robert E. Levasseur is a doctoral faculty member in Walden University's PhD in Management, PhD in Public Policy and Administration, and DBA programs. In addition to mentoring doctoral students and serving on dissertation committees, he has taught numerous courses in quantitative methods, management, and leadership and organizational change. He has also taught at Boston University, University of Maryland University College, University of the Virgin Islands, Franklin University, and the International School of Management in Paris. Before earning his Ph.D., Dr. Levasseur held many professional and leadership positions in major US corporations, including Nabisco and Digital Equipment Corporation, during a business career that spanned three decades. He is the author of six books, including Student to Scholar and Dissertation Research: An Integrative Approach, and numerous journal articles. You can learn more about Dr. Levasseur at his website, www.mindfirepress.com.

Table of Contents

Contents Preface Part I: Dissertation Research 1 What is a Dissertation? 2 Dissertation Research: A Systemic View 3 Dissertation Research: An Analytical View 1. Problem 2. Grounding Literature 3. Purpose 4. Research Questions 5. Research Method 6. Research Design 7. Proposal 8. Research 9. Dissertation 10. Publication 4 What is the Dissertation Review Process? Part II: Dissertation Writing 5 Writing the Proposal Develop a Solid IRP Follow the Rubric and Template Write Like a Scholar Know the Proposal Structure Provide the Required Content Complete the IRB Application 6 Conducting the Research 7 Writing the Dissertation 8 Publishing the Findings Part III: Dissertation Resources 9 Enabling the Dissertation Process Choosing a Committee Managing the Process 10 Selected Readings Dissertation Guides General Resources Qualitative Research Quantitative Research Mixed Methods Research References Appendix A-Searching Online Databases Appendix B-Developing Hypotheses Appendix C-Selecting a Research Method Appendix D-Developing the Model Appendix E-Selecting the Sample Appendix F-ABCs of APA Style Appendix G-Frequently Asked Questions About the Author Books by Robert E. Levasseur