Does the proposal begin with a question? Are terms well defined? Is the question an important one? Does the applicant provide a rationale explaining why the study is needed?

Does the applicant provide a rationale explaining why the study is needed? Does the proposal include a paragraph citing (approx.3-5) major, current, relevant works that are closely related to the proposal, and provide a theoretical framework? Are references (bibliography) attached?

Methods of subject selection are appropriate.
Have consent forms been obtained from parents? Is relevant information about subjects provided, such as # of students, the range of ages, grade levels, performance levels, etc., if appropriate? Is there a control group? (All of this can be done in 1-2 sentences.)

Methods of data collection are appropriate:
How will the variables be observed and documented? How well do the assessment methods measure what the researcher is attempting to measure? Are there qualitative AND quantitative measures (if appropriate) or is a single measure sufficient?

Data Analysis
Will the results be analyzed in a way that is consistent with data? How will results be reported (statistically, annecdotally, qualitatively)? Can the research be related or replicated?

Is the itemized budget adequate and have necessary resources been considered? How appropriate are stated expenses? Can the project realistically be carried out given the time/budget/methods resources stated throughout?

Is the writing clear, concise, carefully edited?

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