Final Product In the section, the researcher discusses the possible outcomes of the study, its relation to theory and literature, and its potential impact or application. A description of the possible forms of the final product, e.g., publishable manuscript, conference paper, invention, model, computer software, exhibit, performance, etc., should be outlined. Be specific about how you intend to share your results or project with others. Although all of these ideas may change in light of the research process or the final results, it is always good to plan with the end product in mind.
This section may also include an interpretation and explanation of results as related to your question; a discussion on or suggestions for further work that may help address the problem you are trying to solve; an analysis of the expected impact of the findings and product on the audience; or a discussion on any problems that could hinder your creative work.
Ask yourself the following questions:
In what form will your findings be presented?
How will you be disseminating your findings?
To whom will you be disseminating your findings?
How will you ensure anonymity in any publications?
Will you need to create an abstract of your overall investigation?
Before you write this section, you may want to go back to the sample research proposals to see how other researchers explained their ideas. You may also want to go back to your Reflection Journal to see what your own thoughts were as you reviewed the sample proposals. Considering your original proposal statement, where you decided if your research was going to be basic, applied, or practical, may also give you ideas about your final product.