Before You Watch

In this video I describe the capstone proposal guidelines. I also discuss the hourglass notion of research that will help you to start from a broad research question and narrow down your work. I introduce the eight more or less standard components of any proposal and discuss the order that we will write these components in.

Note: Dr. Neeson had students single-space their papers. That impacts page lengths. Make sure you are referring to the current Capstone Proposal Guidelines for the proper page lengths for the proposal and each individual section.

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Key Takeaways

Proposal Components:

Title
Abstract
Introduction
Problem Statement and Objectives
Science Background and Significance
Technical Approach: Methods / Data / Study Region
Expected Outcomes / Benefits: Deliverables
Management Plan