OUR SERVICES
Dissertation Mentoring
Dissertation Mentoring
Assistance From Start to Finish
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Research Topic Development
Prospectus & Concept Paper
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Decision Making on Methodology, Design
Development of Research Questions
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Literature Search and Comprehensive Literature Review
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Selection of Study Instruments
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Selection of Sample & Power Analysis
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Recruitment, Data Collection, and Data Analysis
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Alignment to University Rubrics & Templates
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IRB Application Assistance
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Assistance with Academic Quality Review/University Review
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Quantitative Methods & Analyses
Non-parametric tests
Chi-square goodness of fit
Chi-square test of independence
Kruskall-Wallis
Mann-Whitney
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Comparative Tests
Z-tests
T-tests
ANOVA/MANOVA
ANCOVA/MANCOVA
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Correlations
Pearson
Spearman's Rho
Point Biserial
Partial
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Regression Models
Linear/Multiple Linear/Hierarchical Regression
Logistic Regression
Ordinal Regression
Cox Regression
Poisson Regression
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Advanced Statistics
Exploratory Factor Analysis (EFA)
Confirmatory Factor Analysis (CFA)
Regression for Mediation and Moderation
Path Analysis
Structural Equation Modeling
Qualitative Methods & Analyses
Selecting the Right Qualitative Design
Qualitative Descriptive
Phenomenology
Case Study
Ethnography
Grounded Theory
Action Research
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Qualitative Analyses
Thematic Analysis
Interpretive Phenomenological Analysis
Content Analysis
Concept Mapping
Editing & Proofreading
Developmental and content editing of dissertation chapters
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Structural and mechanical editing, inclusive of alignment of dissertation chapter sections to rubrics and templates
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Alignment to rubric and templates; proper formatting
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Proof-reading and fact-checking
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Final dissertation edits and formatting for publication
Additional Research Services
Program Evaluation
Logic Modeling
Feasibility Study
Formative (Process) Evaluation
Summative (Outcome) Evaluation
Evaluation Design
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Survey Development
Item & Scale Development & Refinement
Pilot Testing
Psychometric Analysis (EFA/CFA)
Validity Testing
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Grants
Search & Respond to Grant RFPs
Grant Writing
Grants for Doctoral Students
Grants for Dissertations
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Journal Article Editing & Assistance
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SPSS 28.0 Training & Guidance
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ABOUT US
What Makes Ascend Dissertation Research Solutions Unique
Welcome!
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My name is Dr. Laura Plybon, owner of Ascend Dissertation Research Solutions. I have over 20 years of experience in academia and the nonprofit world.
I have been a dissertation mentor since 2012. Under my guidance, over 250 graduate students successfully defended their dissertations and graduated.
What makes Ascend so unique?
- Focus on dissertation mentoring: clients can rest assured that we will provide support and guidance throughout their dissertation journey
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High academic, research, and ethical standards to ensure that clients receive the respect and guidance they deserve
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Focus on quality over quantity; the relationship with the client is the number one priority
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High-quality services at affordable and reasonable rates.
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Ascend Dissertation: Success Data
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Years of Experience
Satisfied Clients
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Client-written conference presentations & publications
Laura E. Plybon, PhD
Owner & Consultant
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Ready to take your dissertation or research to the next level? Have questions about our services? Contact Ascend Dissertation Research Solutions to learn more about our personalized dissertation mentoring services. We offer a free consultation.
Dr. Laura Plybon
(417) 827-2444