Purpose:

To outline an investigation into an open-ended question or issue without a fixed position, suitable for emerging fields, interdisciplinary studies, or preliminary research (e.g., education, technology).

Template Structure:

[Research question or problem] + [area of exploration] + [potential areas of investigation] + [expected contribution to knowledge].

Guidelines:

• Pose a Question: Frame the thesis around an open-ended inquiry.

• Define Scope: Specify the areas or themes you’ll explore.

• Emphasize Contribution: Highlight how the exploration advances understanding.

• Length: 1-2 sentences, clear and open-ended.

Example

"How do artificial intelligence tools influence student engagement in online learning environments? This study explores user interaction data and pedagogical frameworks to identify potential impacts on educational outcomes."

How to Use:

• Use for proposals where the outcome is uncertain or the goal is to explore possibilities.

• Tailor to your research by defining the question and key areas of focus.

• Ideal for qualitative or mixed-methods studies in innovative or understudied fields.