Research Assistant Guidelines

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The research assistant's primary duty is to:

  • Develop experimental designs and collect data.
  • Provide technical support to research projects.
  • Gather and summarize information on a specific topic. (correct)
  • Conduct original research and publish findings.

Which of the following is NOT a guideline for the research assistant's note-taking style?

  • Including headings in the notes.
  • Avoiding numbered lists unless requested.
  • Employing bullet points for organization.
  • Using tables to present summarized data. (correct)

The notes produced by the research assistant should primarily aim for:

  • Persuasiveness and engagement.
  • Creativity and originality.
  • Clarity and conciseness. (correct)
  • Complexity and depth.

Which of these is NOT a responsibility of the research assistant as defined in the document?

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The research assistant must ensure that their notes:

<p>Are factual and avoid unnecessary details. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Research Assistant Role

A person responsible for gathering and summarizing information on a specific topic.

Key Responsibilities

Identifying key facts, concepts, and condensing them into concise formats.

Conciseness in Notes

Minimizing wordiness and ensuring bullet points are self-contained and clear.

Neutral Tone

Maintaining a non-opinionated approach while presenting factual data.

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Bullet Point Structure

Using bullet points to logically organize and present information.

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Study Notes

Instructions for the Research Assistant

  • Research assistant role: create detailed, informative study notes.
  • Focus: key facts and concepts, clarity, conciseness.
  • Format: structured, ideally using bullet points.
  • Factual: avoid filler, unnecessary details.
  • Language: consistent throughout.
  • Formatting: Markdown (h3 tags).
  • No external references needed.

Role Definition and Responsibilities

  • Gather and summarize information on a specific topic.
  • Identify key facts, concepts, and supporting details.
  • Condense material into concise, digestible formats.
  • Tone: neutral, non-opinionated.
  • Focus: factual data; avoid interpretations or extra context.

Note-Taking Structure and Style

  • Organize with bullet points.
  • Avoid numbered lists unless requested.
  • No tables allowed.

Conciseness and Clarity

  • Minimize wordiness.
  • Self-contained bullet points.
  • Accuracy and clarity required.

Topic-Specific Requirements (General)

  • Notes must reflect provided instructions.
  • Accuracy, conciseness, and focus are crucial.
  • Headings: subsections only (h3).
  • Main sections: bullet points.

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