Concept Paper Development

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What is the first step you should take when evaluating the credibility of an article or study?

Assess its length and complexity.

Determine if it has been cited by others.

Look for authors and their credentials. (correct)

Check if it has visual aids.

Which of the following is considered a less reliable source for research?

Peer-reviewed journals

Individual blogs (correct)

Government publications

Academic books

Which element of the CRAAP Test assesses the reliability and truthfulness of the content?

Purpose

Ccurrency

Accuracy (correct)

Authority

When is further research required according to the advice on evaluating resources?

When there is conflicting information from reliable sites. Signup and view all the answers

What should you consider about the 'currency' of a resource?

If the information is current and updated frequently. Signup and view all the answers

What does research methodology specifically describe?

How the concept will be achieved in research Signup and view all the answers

Which type of source includes original records like survey results and case studies?

Primary sources Signup and view all the answers

What is a key characteristic of scholarly sources?

They undergo accepted publishing standards Signup and view all the answers

How should one evaluate the reliability of online sources?

Check the domain name and publication date Signup and view all the answers

What is referenced in the timeline section of a research proposal?

Allocation of time for conducting research Signup and view all the answers

Secondary sources involve which of the following?

Analysis or interpretation of primary sources Signup and view all the answers

Which domain indicates a source potentially from a government entity?

.gov Signup and view all the answers

What is a common misconception about non-scholarly sources?

They may lack trustworthiness or truthfulness Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of a concept paper?

To serve as a foundation for a full project proposal Signup and view all the answers

Which section of a concept paper addresses the necessity and societal need for the research?

Need for this Study Signup and view all the answers

How should objectives in a concept paper be stated?

Starting with the words 'To' and linked to research areas Signup and view all the answers

What type of concept paper is primarily used to seek financial backing for a project?

Grant Project Signup and view all the answers

In evaluating resources for a research project, what is a key aspect to consider for reliability?

The credibility of the publication source Signup and view all the answers

Which part of a concept paper indicates gaps in existing research?

Background Signup and view all the answers

When scheduling research activities, what crucial aspect should be included in the research timeline?

Milestones and deadlines for each activity Signup and view all the answers

Which type of source provides firsthand accounts and direct evidence for research?

Primary sources Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Concept Paper Title

The title should be as brief as possible, and readily convey the paper's purpose.

Introduction

The introduction section is like the "sitting room" of the concept paper, introducing the proposed concept and setting the tone for the rest of the paper.

Need for the Study

This section should address a pertinent societal need, providing concrete evidence and documenting the source of the need.

Background

This section indicates that prior research has been conducted in the area of interest, but there are still gaps that need to be filled.

Objectives

The objectives are the broad and specific questions that the research aims to answer.
They should be stated starting with the word "To" and linked to the general and specific area of study.

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Description

This quiz focuses on the essential elements of creating a concept paper, including the title, introduction, need for the study, background, and objectives. Explore each component's significance in articulating a research proposal and ensuring clarity in academic writing.