Differentiation

Differentiation:

Completing this research study will help me stand out from my peers in a few distinct ways. First, by completing this study as an independent project, I will show future employers and graduate school faculty that I am motivated and goal-oriented. Many of my peers try to work on other student/faculty research projects to gain research experience. I am creating my own research project and learning the process more intimately from start to finish. I will also stand out from those in my field because I am doing research that pertains to my direct interests and career goals. Anyone can do research, but it is impressive when you do research in a specific field and can integrate two ideas. By studying more about positive psychology and marital therapy, I will have a higher level of mastery in those subjects than my peers, which will give me an advantage or “edge” in the educational field and in a future career.