The document outlines the 8 key elements that should be included in a research proposal: 1) Background of the study which establishes the context and area of research. 2) Statement of the problem which describes the research question or problem being addressed. 3) Objectives which state what the research aims to accomplish. 4) Significance which explains why the research is important. 5) Limitations which specify the boundaries and scope of the research. 6) Definition of terms which explains key concepts. 7) Literature review which shows awareness of previous related work. 8) Methodology which describes the data, procedures, and justification of methods.