Methodology - Considering these components, what is your proposed core

Methodology

 Briefly restate your problem space, methodology, and research questions as you posted and refined them from the previous discussion question in this topic. Considering these components, what is your proposed core design (Note: Focus on the design not the methodology in your response.)? Why have you chosen this particular design? How does the design align with your problem space, methodology, and research questions? What are some advantages and limitations of this design? What other considerations do you have for defending your choice of design for your proposed dissertation topic? Including References.