5.1 Mock Dissertation: Chapter 1 Introduction

 Task:  Write a condensed (2.5 – 3 pages or more is fine) chapter 1 for your mock dissertation topic.  You will use the section headers required from the university dissertation handbook.  See examples provided and the rubric. The following section headings are required:

  • Overview (1-2 well developed paragraphs)
  • Background and problem statement (1-2 well developed paragraphs)
  • Purpose of the study (1 well developed paragraph)
  • Significance of the study (1 well developed paragraph) 
  • Research Questions (numbered list)
  • Theoretical Framework (1 well developed paragraph)
  • Limitations of the Study (1 short paragraph)
  • Assumptions (1 short paragraph)
  • Definitions (list)
  • Summary (1 well developed paragraph)
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