Using your research topic and/or question and the literature you have collected for your research study proposal, conduct a needs assessment to support your proposal. Follow these steps:
- Read existing literature related to the research study proposal you have selected.
- Interview at least one specialist in the field. This person(s) should provide relevant and essential information about the topic. Try to get as much information as you can on gaps that exist between available and needed services and resources.
- Ask probing questions.
- Be sure to select a specialist who can adequately represent the topic you are researching and help you determine a specific need to be addressed.
Write a brief (1 page) summary of your interview. Explain how the information provided is relevant to your research study proposal.