Which of the following provides the necessary groundwork to begin developing a plan to conduct an educational research study?
A) specification of the research problem, development of research questions, and a thorough review of the existing body of literature
B) specification of the research problem and development of research questions
C) specification of the research problem and a thorough review of the existing body of literature
D) determining one's own interests within the field of education

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Specification of the research problem and development of research questions are essential but not sufficient for beginning to develop a plan to conduct an educational research study. A thorough review of the existing body of literature is also necessary to identify what research has already been conducted on the topic, what gaps exist in the research, and what questions remain unanswered. Therefore, choice A provides the necessary groundwork to begin developing a plan to conduct an educational research study. Option B is incomplete, option C lacks an essential element, and option D is irrelevant.

Which of the Following Provides the Necessary Groundwork to Begin