You will select a research problem and prepare and turn in a prospectus indicating the background of the problem, the problem statement, the purpose of the study, the study’s hypothesis(es), the methodology to be employed in the study and a review of the literature pertaining to the problem. In a Prospectus a plan to do research you do everything except collect and analyze the data. The final paper should follow APA formatting guidelines, and should not exceed 2,000 words (not including cover page, tables, references, and appendices). While some internet sources are acceptable, refereed academic journals should be the primary reference sources.