Overview
Task 4: The Research Framework
This is a narrative assignment using the appropriate template and headings. See the ADRP Case
Study Template for additional guidance.
Your submission will include the following:
Title Block
o Last Name, First Name
o Proposed Topic
The body of the document will include:
o Introductory paragraph
o Diagram showing all elements of the framework and flow of action and information
o Concepts – The concepts (i.e., higher productivity is related to higher job satisfaction) that
are related to your research study. Use sub-points for each concept. Start with a descriptor
and then discuss the concept.
o Actors – The people groups (i.e., leaders, followers, accountants, etc.) or organizations that
are related to your research study. Start with a descriptor and then discuss the actor.
o Constructs– The constructs found in your research study (i.e., leadership style, intrinsic
motivation, etc.) Start with a descriptor and then discuss the construct.
o Relationship Between Concepts, Actors, and Constructs – Detailed discussion of the
interaction and flow of information and action between the elements of the research
framework.
o Summary
o Reference list