This course equips researchers with the skills and knowledge they need to form and articulate a clear and concise research question that’s relevant, interesting and fundamentally researchable.
Time to complete: 4 hours | Level: Beginner | Instructor: Dr Zina O'Leary
This course will help learners to:
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Recognize the importance of a strong research question and how this can benefit investigation
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Evaluate different factors to select and refine a suitable research topic
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Identify the features of a good research question
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Formulate a hypothesis within their research question and identify the variables within their research
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Turn a research topic into a tangible research question
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Form a research question that is appropriate for their topic, plausible in terms of scope and resources, and a solid foundation for gaining insight
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Critique and evaluate their own research question according to a set of criteria
The course consists of 6 complete modules. Download the full syllabus or sign up to try the course here.
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What topics are right for research? Evaluate different factors when selecting a possible research topic and use these factors to refine your topic.
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What is the power of the research question? Recognize the benefits of a clear and focused research question and identify how these benefits can help you in your investigation.
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How do I articulate my research question? Identify the features of a good research question and narrow down your ideas to articulate your research question.
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Do I need a hypothesis? Formulate a hypothesis within your research question and identify the variables within your research.
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DIY: Write your research question. Turn your research topic into a question ready to be researched.
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How do I know if my question is any good? Critique and evaluate your own research question according to a set of criteria.
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