Research Skills Revision
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What is a major advantage of using outline notes?

  • Provides an exact copy of material
  • Easy to memorize all details
  • Easy to organize (correct)
  • Captures every spoken word

    • Which note-taking method relies heavily on personal judgment?

  • Making notes in margins
  • Computer scanning
  • Using diagrams
  • Underlining/highlighting (correct)

    • What is a significant disadvantage of audio recording notes?

  • It may confuse important points
  • It requires a note-taking device
  • It is time-consuming to listen to (correct)
  • It doesn't capture every fact

    • What is the primary purpose of an index in a book?

    <p>To provide an alphabetical listing of topics</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which note-taking method does NOT involve active engagement?

    <p>Photocopying</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which reading approach is characterized by analyzing the text line by line?

    <p>Intensive reading</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a drawback of using diagrams for note-taking?

    <p>Can be easily confused</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the term 'blurb' refer to in a book?

    <p>A summary of the book</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the abbreviation 'ff' indicate in an index entry?

    <p>The topic continues on subsequent pages</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an appropriate technique to enhance scanning speed?

    <p>Use your finger or cursor as a guide</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the first step in the research process?

    <p>Preparing research on your topic</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a source of information for research?

    <p>Personal opinions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of truncation in research?

    <p>To expand search results by allowing variations of a word</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How can a thesaurus assist in research?

    <p>By helping refine search terms with synonyms or related concepts</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which Boolean operator narrows the search by requiring both terms to be present?

    <p>AND</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of abstracts in academic journals?

    <p>To summarize the content of a source</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best defines an academic journal?

    <p>A periodical for sharing expert findings and analyses</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How should a full citation be arranged in the Reference list?

    <p>Alphabetically by last name</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the term 'periodical indexes' refer to?

    <p>Lists helping locate articles in various publications</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the structure of an MLA in-text citation when the author's name is mentioned in the sentence?

    <p>Author's last name and page number</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which medium should be used in an MLA book citation?

    <p>Print</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which element should be italicized in MLA citations for larger works?

    <p>Title of Book</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main purpose of skimming a text?

    <p>To get an overall impression</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a structural cue used in skimming?

    <p>Tables and graphs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When scanning a text, what is the primary focus?

    <p>Locating specific information</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In MLA citation format, how is the volume number presented?

    <p>With the abbreviation 'Vol.'</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the maximum word count for a research paper abstract?

    <p>250 words</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which section of a research paper outlines the theoretical framework and previous studies?

    <p>Literature Review</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a crucial element to include when directly quoting a source in a research paper?

    <p>Acknowledgment of the author</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What structure is used when a research paper sets up a problem and proposes a solution?

    <p>Problem and solution</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following represents a valid method of paraphrasing to avoid plagiarism?

    <p>Summarizing in your own words</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the methodology section of a research paper, which of the following should be addressed?

    <p>Sample or participants</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How should a direct quotation of 40 words or more be formatted in a research paper?

    <p>Indented and written in full, ending with a full stop</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a type of text structure commonly used in research papers?

    <p>Narrative storytelling</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the correct in-text citation format for a book with two authors?

    <p>(Author 1's Last Name &amp; Author 2's Last Name, Year)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How should you cite a website without a publication date in-text?

    <p>(Organization/Author's Last Name, n.d.)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the correct format for a book editing citation in APA style?

    <p>Editor, A.A. (Ed.). (Year). Title of the book: Subtitle. Publisher.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How should you format a full citation for an article with two authors?

    <p>Author, A.A., &amp; Author, B.B. (Year). Title of the article. Journal name, Volume number, Issue number, Page numbers.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In APA format, how should you cite a chapter from an edited book?

    <p>Author, A.A. (Year). Title of the chapter: Subtitle. In Editor, A.A. (Ed.), Book title: Subtitle (pp. page numbers). Publisher.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the proper in-text citation format for three or more authors after the first citation?

    <p>(Author 1's Last Name et al., Year)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When there is no identifiable author for an article, which format should you use?

    <p>First few words of the title in quotes (Year).</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'pp.' signify in a chapter citation in APA format?

    <p>Page range</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Research Skills Revision

    • Sources of Information:

      • Tutor (notes, booklists)
      • Course textbooks
      • Bibliographies (list of consulted sources)
      • Periodical indexes (tools for locating journal articles)
      • Databases and information resources

    • Using Keywords:

      • Variants/Truncation: Expands searches by allowing variations (e.g., "compu*" retrieves "computer," "computers," "computing"). May sometimes return unrelated terms. Uses wildcard characters ("?" or "*").
      • Scope/Thesaurus: Refines searches by using synonyms or related terms. Helps narrow broad terms (e.g., "education" to "universities") and broaden narrow terms (e.g., "computers" to "information technology"). A thesaurus lists words with similar meanings.

    • Scope/Boolean Operators:

      • AND: Narrows a search by requiring both search terms (e.g., "computers AND education").
      • OR: Broadens a search by including sources with either term (e.g., "computers OR primary").
      • NOT: Excludes specific terms from a search (e.g., "computers AND education NOT primary").

    Journals and Other Resources

    • Academic Journals: Used by researchers to share findings and insights in a specific field.
    • Indexes: Lists titles, authors, and publication details of articles.
    • Abstracts: Summaries of journal articles.
    • Journal Articles: Scholarly content published in academic journals.
    • Text Organization: Structure of text to aid readers.

    Research Paper Layout

    • Title
    • Aims
    • Methods
    • Keywords (around 6)
    • Abstract (250 words max): Summary of research
    • Findings
    • Introduction:
      • Problem structure
      • Importance of study
    • Literature Review:
      • Theoretical framework
      • Genre
      • Gaps in previous studies
    • Methodology:
      • Sample and participants
      • Data collection methods
      • Data analysis
    • Results:
      • Statistical analysis
      • Informed consent
    • Discussion
    • Conclusion
    • References
    • Contribution
    • Recommendation

    Types of Text Structures

    • Definitions and Descriptions: Used to create mental images.
    • Sequence and Order: Chronological structure.
    • Cause and Effect: Showing causal relationships.
    • Compare and Contrast: Emphasizing differences and similarities.
    • Problem and Solution: Identifying a problem and proposing solutions.

    Plagiarism

    • Summarizing (paraphrasing): Restating ideas in your own words, but avoid repeating 3 or 4 words that are the same.
    • Quoting: Directly quoting phrases exactly (short quotes use quotation marks; long quotes are indented). Acknowledge the author and use quotation marks for quotes of fewer than 40 words. Use a half-inch margin before a long quote.

    APA Format in-Text Citations

    • Books: (Author's Last Name, Year)
    • Books with Two Authors: (Author 1's Last Name & Author 2's Last Name, Year)
    • Edited Books: (Editor's Last Name, Year)
    • Websites: (Organization/Author's Last Name, Year)
    • Articles: (Author's Last Name, Year)

    Reading Strategies

    • Skimming: Quickly reviewing text for main ideas.
    • Reading Quickly: Focuses on information quickly.
    • Scanning: Locating a specific piece of information.
    • Carefully Reading: Thorough analysis of complex information.

    Note-Taking

    • Modes of Recording:
      • Writing down every word
      • Using outline notes
      • Using diagrams
      • Underlining/highlighting
      • Computer scanning
      • Photocopying
      • Making notes in margins
      • Audio recording ( Advantages and Disadvantages are mentioned in the text for each mode)

    Indexes

    • Indexes: Detailed alphabetical listings at the back of books, allowing for quick retrieval of information.
    • Page Numbers: Where specific information appears.
    • Cross-references: Links between related topics.
    • Subentries: Division of broader topics into specific aspects for better identification. (Authors Index also included to cite authors)
    • Intensive and Extensive Reading:
      • Extensive: Reading for enjoyment or gaining understanding of an idea.
      • Intensive: Analyzing text line-by-line for details.

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    This quiz covers essential research skills, including locating and evaluating sources of information. You will learn how to use keywords effectively, including truncation and Boolean operators, to refine your search strategies. Enhance your ability to gather and manage academic resources for successful research.

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