Synthesis Worksheet: Doctoral Identity

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Unit 3

Synthesis is the act of creating something new from multiple existing entities. Synthesis of research, then, is creating a new idea from

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Synthesis Worksheet

Introduction  
Capture interest: <Provide an opening sentence.>
Context: <Provide brief information about the articles to give the reader context.>
Statement of common themes: <Provide a statement of common themes.>
Thesis statement: <Provide a thesis statement.>
Theme One: Academic Success
Baker and Pifer (2011): <Insert evidence from the article that supports this theme.>

 
Gardner (2009): <Insert evidence from the article that supports this theme.>
Smith and Hatmaker (2015): <Insert evidence from the article that supports this theme.>
Theme Two: Relationships
Baker and Pifer (2011): <Insert evidence from the article that supports this theme.>

 
Gardner (2009): <Insert evidence from the article that supports this theme.>
Smith and Hatmaker (2015): <Insert evidence from the article that supports this theme.>
Theme Three: Select a third common theme that emerged from the articles.
Baker and Pifer (2011): <Insert evidence from the article that supports this theme.>
Gardner (2009): <Insert evidence from the article that supports this theme.>
Smith and Hatmaker (2015): <Insert evidence from the article that supports this theme.>
   
Statement of Conclusion <Summarize the three main themes. What conclusions can you draw when considering all three articles together as a single unit? What is the overall message of the three articles? >
   

 

 

References

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existing ideas. This assignment is designed to help you identify how themes can emerge from reading literature and how you can synthesize this information in a way that creates new knowledge. You will use your understandings of the Topic 2 readings to complete a synthesis worksheet.

General Requirements:

· This assignment will be used as a pre-writing activity for the synthesis paper in Topic 5.

· Locate and download “Synthesis Worksheet” from the Course Materials for this topic.

· Review the articles by Baker & Pifer (2011), Gardner (2009), and Smith & Hatmaker (2014) located in the Course Materials for this topic.

· This assignment uses a rubric. Review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar with the expectations for successful completion.

· Doctoral learners are required to use APA style for their writing assignments. Review the GCU APA Style Guide for Writing located in the Student Success Center.

· You are required to submit this assignment to LopesWrite. Refer to the directions in the Student Success Center.

Directions:

Complete the Synthesis Worksheet for the articles by Baker & Pifer (2011), Gardner (2009), and Smith & Hatmaker (2014). The completed worksheet will include the following sections:

1. An Introduction that introduces and provides context for the topic, presents three common themes that emerged from the readings, and provides organization for the paper with a thesis statement.

2. A description of the evidence to support three common themes that emerged from the articles. Since this is likely your first experience with this depth of synthesis, we have provided two of the themes found in the articles. Your task is to identify a third theme and to provide evidence from each article for all three common themes.

3. A conclusion where you will return to your thesis and provide evidence showing you successfully addressed your thesis statement. Discuss the connections that you made from the evidence and how each theme emerged from the central topic of doctoral identity.

Discussion 1: Conceptualizing A Qualitative Research Question

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Good research is driven by the synthesis of one’s passion or interest with a topic that has been under-studied in the professional literature. Out of that synthesis emerges a gap—an area in need of further study that is consistent with your interests—that defines the research problem. Clarifying the research problem takes time, effort, and thought.

Once you have developed your research problem, the research purpose and research question become self-evident.

What also becomes evident is your position with respect to the topic, the question, and what you hope to find. Qualitative research recognizes that the research “space” is shaped by both the participants and the researcher.

… the identities of both researcher and participants have the potential to impact the research process. Identities come into play via our perceptions, not only of others, but of the ways in which we expect others will perceive us. Our own biases shape the research process, serving as checkpoints along the way. Through recognition of our biases, we presume to gain insights into how we might approach a research setting, members of particular groups, and how we might seek to engage with participants (Bourke, 2014, p. 1).

For this Discussion, you will examine a research question based on the purpose for inquiry, a rationale for the study, and issues of positionality.

To prepare for this Discussion:

· Consider the research topic you are developing for your Major Assignment 1.

· Review Chapter 3 of the Ravitch and Carl text and use Table 3.1, page 69 to help you create a rationale using the questions as your guide.

· Review Chapter 3 of the Ravitch and Carl text and specifically use pages 70–76 to create a positionality memo to reflect on your relationship to the topic.

· Review the Fundamentals of Qualitative Research Methods: Developing a Qualitative Research Question media program as a guideline to help you create a research question.

By Day 3

Transform your notes from your preparation work into four paragraphs and briefly explain in your post the following:

1. The research purpose of your inquiry

2. The rationale

3. Issues of positionality

4. The research question

Be sure to support your main post and response post with reference to the week’s Learning Resources and other scholarly evidence in APA style.

Ravitch, S. M., & Carl, N. M. (2016). Qualitative research: Bridging the conceptual, theoretical, and methodological. Thousand Oaks, CA: Sage Publications.

· Chapter 3, “Critical Qualitative Research Design” (pp. 85–89) (previously read in Week 2)

Rubin, H. J., & Rubin, I. S. (2012). Qualitative interviewing: The art of hearing data (3rd ed.). Thousand Oaks, CA: Sage Publications.

· Chapter 3, “Qualitative Data-Gathering Methods and Style” (pp. 25–39)

· Chapter 4, “Designing Research for the Responsive Interviewing Model” (pp. 42–57)

Exegetical Paper Passage And Bibliography

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Grading Rubric for Exegetical Passage and Bibliography Paper

Criteria Levels of Achievement
Content

70%

 Advanced 92-100% Proficient 84-91% Developing 1-83% Not present
Content

 

 7 points

The passage selection is clearly stated and obvious to the instructor. Seven or more scholarly and credible sources are cited in the bibliography.

 

 6 points

The passage selection is stated and made available to the instructor. A minimum of seven credible sources are cited in the bibliography.

 1 to 5 points

The passage selection is not clearly stated. There are less than seven sources cited in the bibliography. Two or more of the sources are not scholarly and credible.

 0 points

Not present
Structure 30% Advanced 92-100% Proficient 84-91% Developing 1-83% Not present
Thread: Grammar and Spelling, Turabian formatting

 

 3 points

Spelling and grammar are correct. Sentences are complete, clear, and concise.

Bibliographic references are cited in current Turabian format.

 2 points

Spelling and grammar has some errors. Sentences are presented as well. Bibliographic references are cited with some Turabian formatting.

 1 point

Spelling and grammar errors distract. Sentences are incomplete or unclear. Bibliographic references are minimally or not cited in current Turabian format.

 0 points

Not present
Instructor’s Comments      

What are some goals you have set for yourself?

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During the last 4 weeks, you reflected on what success looks like, how to manage your time, setting attainable goals, and the importance of self-esteem and positive thinking. In our final week we examine intrinsic and extrinsic motivation along with self-discipline. Motivation helps drive us toward our goals while self-discipline and critical thinking can keep us on track.

Consider your own motivation and decision making habits that can either drive you toward or push you away from your goals.

Respond to the following in a minimum of 175 words:

  • What are some goals you have set for yourself?
  • Reflect on your own self-discipline and critical thinking habits. What are some changes you have made over the last 5 weeks to remain focused on your goals?
  • What strategies can you use to remain committed to and on track towards achieving your goals over the next 12 months?
  • What role does intrinsic and extrinsic motivation play in your ability to achieve your goals?