1 State your previously developed problem statement.

Is there enough availability and efficacy of mental health support services in schools, particularly for kids experiencing socio-emotional difficulties?

2Propose a research designfor your problem statement that includesmethods, setting, and population.

The design and methodswill explain how the research is conducted (survey or correlational research, experimental research, etc.)

Be sure toinclude the variablesthat you are studying!

Describe where and with whomthe research will take place (setting and populations, orparticipants.)

3 Define a process for analysis of dataand information.

This should include thestatistical processyou would use.

4. Discuss how your research design would helpin solving your problem.

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