UOW RPD Seminar - Gamified Quiz Sheet

What is one of the aims of research proposal defense (RPD)?

• To assess the candidate's GPA

• To measure the number of courses completed by the candidate

• To evaluate the technical rigor of the project idea

• To determine the candidate's physical fitness

When does the preliminary examination (RPD) of a postgraduate research proposal usually take place?

• After the completion of the research project

• After a certain period of time upon admission into the program, or completing a certain credit hours of courses

• After the candidate graduates

• At the point of admission into the program

What are the components of a research proposal?

• Introduction, Methodology, References, Acknowledgements

• Title, Abstract, Methodology, Conclusion

• Title, Executive Summary, Research Background, Methodology, References

• Abstract, Literature Review, Methodology, Conclusion

What is the main role of the evaluation panel in the proposal assessment?

• To provide mentorship and guidance to the candidate

• To ensure ethical conduct in research

• To critically examine the research proposal

• To conduct the final examination

What should examiners refrain from doing during a research proposal defense?

• Making disrespectful remarks based on personal prejudice

• All of the above

• Offering ambiguous feedback

• Grilling the candidate on unrelated topics

What is the purpose of the literature review in a research proposal?

• To summarize the research findings

• To provide the academic context and theoretical framework for the proposed research

• To list the references used in the proposal

• To outline the research design and methodology

What is the main aim of the proposal evaluation?

• To provide biased analysis of the proposal's strengths and weaknesses

• To ensure that all aspects are critically examined without bias

• To measure the candidate's physical fitness

• To assess the candidate's GPA

What are the structural considerations for the problem statement and research questions in a research proposal?

• Long problem statement, multiple research questions, and broad and subjective-driven research

• Clearly defined problem statement, relevant research questions, and focused and objective-driven research

• Vague problem statement, irrelevant research questions, and subjective-driven research

• No problem statement, no research questions, and no focus or objectives

What is the responsibility of examiners in conducting the evaluation of a research proposal?

• To impose new ideas or expectations exceeding their mandate

• To make disrespectful remarks based on personal prejudice

• To offer ambiguous and non-specific feedback

• To ensure ethical conduct in research and evaluate the proposal's adherence to ethical guidelines

The following constitute the main structure of a postgraduate research proposal EXCEPT:

• Problem Statement

• Research Questions

• Selection of tools and equipment

• Literature Review