RSE4801 Assignment 5 (COMPLETE ANSWERS) 2025 - DUE 3 November 2025

Assignment question It can be argued that a researcher’s choice of method(ologies) are fundamentally informed and shaped by their research aims and their philosophical worldview. In light of the statement above, in 2500 – 3000 words discuss the relationship between a researcher’s philosophical assumptions and their method(ological) choices. Instructions • Answer the essay question above clearly and concisely. • Use examples where necessary to support your arguments. • Cite any references used (In-text and reference list). • Format your answers in an organized manner. • Please use the following guidelines to write your assignment: Font: Times New Roman Size: 12 Spacing: 1.5 Submission • You will be given three attempts to submit/upload your assignment on the module site. • Please use the first two attempts to work on reducing your Turnitin score, and the final attempt to submit your final draft for assessment. All submissions should be in word and not pdf, png or any other format which is not word. • It is your responsibility to make sure that you submit your assignment on time. Therefore, you are advised to submit your assignment ahead of time to avoid any system failures or other factors that might hinder your submission. • With this in mind, late submissions without valid reasons and supporting evidence will not be entertained. o No assignment can be submitted via email. Turnitin • Please study the Turnitin strategy for students document, as well as university policy documents on ethics and plagiarism. These documents can be found under the additional resources tab on the module site Marking rubric 0-49% 50-64& 65-74% 75-100% A detailed discussion on the relationship between a researcher’s philosophical assumptions and their method(ological) choices. A thin, sketchy account of the topic(s) Describes the main ideas but not sufficiently linked to argument. Shows insight into the ideas, links it to argument using relevant concepts. Rich and thorough description of topics integrated into own argument. In their discussion, the candidate was able to distinguish between quantitative, qualitative, and mixed-methods research, and provide examples of how specific methods logically follow from different research questions and philosophical stances One or two reasons provided but not backed up with evidence or appropriate examples from the texts or class discussions. Some relevant reasons given for argument. Provides a few examples but insufficient evidence provided or/and insufficient consideration to opposing positions Provides relevant reasons to support argument and offers sufficient examples from the readings and class discussions. Same as level 3 but makes an original, convincing case in own voice. Use of readings Student does not use readings provided Relies mainly on one reading Uses multiple readings and links them both to the topic and to each other Insightful and selective use of readings to support argument made, carefully linked into each part of the essay Referencing Student does not reference (i.e., in-text and reference list) References once or twice but does not understand why referencing is necessary Uses references well to show where information comes from and to support argument. References are carefully integrated into the essay to show where evidence for key points has been taken from, used to support argument.