10Jan 2022 by
One of the key ingredients for success in developing research leading to a dissertation is selecting a topic for which you have a keen interest, perhaps even passion.
Melissa Schlechter offers this tip for thesis writers at the masters level, which is also applicable to the dissertation:
To identify the areas you feel passionate about, ask yourself, What area of research causes me to lose track of time? If you can readily answer this question, youre on your way to choosing your thesis topic (Schlechter, 2006). She goes on, Plus, if you can complete your thesis research in an area you feel passionate about, that is relevant to current research trendsand you may actually enjoy the journey (Schletcher, 2006).
Matt Smalley is not only your course guide; he is also a dynamic ACE graduate. In this assignment, you will read Dr. Smalleys dissertation, A Correlational Study Examining the Relationship Between Police Officer Education and Supervisory Evaluations of Performance in a Medium-Sized Law Enforcement Agency in Tennessee and write an essay about the leadership, passion, and tenacity demonstrated in the dissertation.
Step 1. Read
Read at least these parts of Dr. Smalleys dissertation:
Abstract
Dedication
Acknowledgments
Introduction
Background of the Study
Purpose of the Study
Significance of the Study
Note examples in the paper that demonstrate his leadership, passion, and tenacity.
Step 2. DefineBegin an essay defining leadership, passion, and tenacity in the professional setting. Include examples of how you have shown leadership, passion, and tenacity in your professional career.
Step 3. ReportContinue your essay by citing examples of leadership, passion, and tenacity from Dr. Smalleys dissertation.
Step 4. ProjectFinish your essay by projecting how you will demonstrate leadership, passion, and tenacity during the dissertation process. If you have already selected your research focus, include it in your writing. Describe how you can personalize your dissertation and make it important to you and others in a paper of 3 to 4 pages (not including the title and references pages). Include APA citations and a references page.
