958 Dissertation Chapter 1

Write the Introduction to your research topic and project

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In this course, you will write the first Chapter of your Dissertation!

Your Chapter 1 Introduction will contain:

  • Introduction
  • Background of the problem
  • Statement of the problem
  • Purpose of the study
  • Research questions
  • Significance of the study
  • Definition of terms
  • Assumptions, limitations, and delimitations
  • Conclusion

Don't worry, just follow the instructions! You have already given much thought to your project. As this point, you get to write the story that motivates you as you describe what you want to do!

Once you have listened to the course, the three assignments will gently guide you into writing! You are writing your dissertation!

3 units credit



Your Instructor


Rev. Dr. Kimberly Marooney
Rev. Dr. Kimberly Marooney

"When Kimberly speaks, lives change." That is what clients and students say of Rev. Kimberly Marooney, Ph.D. She has been a pioneer in the field of consciousness, spiritual psychology, and mysticism for longer than she cares to admit. The author of 12 published books, host of hundreds of interviews, therapist, and creator of TheAngelMinistry.com and countless programs, Dr. Kimberly has personally touched the lives of hundred of thousands of people. Mentoring Graduate Students through advanced degrees is what makes her soul dance and heart sing. Watching candidates blossom into the potential they had only dreamed about is the most fulfilling experience of all. Dr. Kimberly has a brilliance for catalyzing talent, genius, and heart focus into high impact projects that are saving our world.


Course Curriculum


  Overview of the Dissertation Process
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  Chapter 1 Introduction in your Dissertation
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  Assignments
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Frequently Asked Questions


When does the course start and finish?
The course starts now and never ends! It is a completely self-paced online course - you decide when you start and when you finish. You receive mentor support as you write your Chapter 1!
How long do I have access to the course?
How does lifetime access sound? After enrolling, you have unlimited access to this course for as long as you like - across any and all devices you own.
What if I am unhappy with the course?
We would never want you to be unhappy! If you are unsatisfied with your purchase, contact us in the first 30 days and we will give you a full refund.

Once you have taken the courses 965 Doctoral Dissertation Overview, and 955 Designing the Work and Support, you have done the preparation needed to dive into your first writing assignment!

Take the leap! Your mentor and the other Gateway Doctoral Students are here to catch you and be your buddies on this journey of discover and creativity. Enjoy!

Your mentor,

Rev. Dr. Kimberly Marooney

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