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Understanding
Research
 Research
process
Select
a topic
Refine
a topic
Identify
objectives Choose
approach
Explore
a topic
Plan
a search
Evaluate
info
Finding
Books
Finding
Articles
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Know
How Module
1: Understanding Research
In
this module, we will walk through the first 6 steps of the 8-step
research process. At the end of this module, you will be directed
to the next modules to learn the last 2 steps in the process.
What
will I learn in Understanding Research?
When
you have successfully completed this module, you will:
- Have
a basic understanding of academic research
- Be familiar
with the steps in the research process
- Have a
basic understanding of search strategy so that you
can search for the resources you need
- Be
equipped to evaluate the information you find
and to formulate informed opinions, whether in class, at work, or in
your personal life
This module
includes the following sections:
- Introducing
the research process
- Selecting
a research topic
- Refining
a research topic
- Identifying
research objectives
- Choosing
an approach for presenting one's research
- Exploring
a research topic
- Planning
your search
- Evaluating
information
Let's
Start: What
is Research? |
