Research Concepts Overview

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What is the initial aim of a title?

The initial aim of a title is to capture the reader's attention and to draw his or her attention to the research problem being investigated.

A good title should be brief and concise.

True (A)

What is the main purpose of a title in research?

The title of a research paper summarizes the main idea or ideas of the study.

What is immersion in research?

Immersion is a process whereby a researcher immerses himself in the data gathering activities and the data he has gathered is carefully read and or examined in detail. Signup and view all the answers

What is investigation in research?

Investigation is the systematic examination to uncover facts regarding the matter. It is done carefully and by thoroughly inspecting details in organized manner and assessing facts which are uncovered in the process. Signup and view all the answers

What is inquiry in research?

Inquiry is defined as the systematic search for information, knowledge and truth about certain things. It is the process of solving a problem through researching and probing. It involves questioning or interrogation. Signup and view all the answers

What are some reasons to conduct research?

Improve practice (A), Solve problems, not emergencies (B), Add to existing knowledge (C), Inform policies (D) Signup and view all the answers

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What is Research?

A systematic process of collecting, analyzing, and interpreting information to gain a deeper understanding of a phenomenon.

What is Inquiry?

A process of systematically searching for information, knowledge, and truth about something. It involves questioning and exploring.

Why Do Research?

The purpose of research is to add to existing knowledge, enhance practices, guide policy decisions, and solve problems (not just react to emergencies).

What is Investigation?

A systematic examination to uncover facts about a matter. It involves carefully inspecting details in an organized manner and evaluating the uncovered facts.

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What is Immersion?

A process where a researcher becomes immersed in data gathering activities. They then meticulously read and examine the collected data in detail.

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Title Guidelines

The title of a research paper should be concise, summarizing the main idea(s) of the study. It should use as few words as possible while effectively conveying the content or purpose of the research.

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Title's Purpose

The primary objective of a research paper title is to capture the reader's interest and direct their attention towards the research problem being investigated.

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Study Notes

Research Concepts

Research is a systematic process of collecting, analyzing, and interpreting information to increase understanding of a phenomenon.
Research is a process of steps used to collect and analyze information to increase understanding of a topic or issue.
Research is a process of logical steps.
Research involves questioning or interrogation.
Research is a systematic examination to uncover facts regarding the matter.
Research is done carefully and thoroughly by inspecting details in an organized manner.
Research is used to add to existing knowledge, improve practice, and inform policies.
Research solves problems, not emergencies.
Inquiry is a systematic search for information, knowledge, and the truth about certain things. It is the process of solving a problem through research and probing.
Immersions is whereby a researcher immerses himself in the data-gathering activities and the data he has gathered is read and examined in detail.