A well-formulated research question is the cornerstone of any academic inquiry, guiding the direction of the study and ensuring its relevance and impact. This reflection delves into the key elements that make a research question robust and how my understanding has evolved through readings, videos, and online research. Clarity and Specificity One of the first […]
Image by Jon Tyson on Unsplash. When working on activity 5 for unit 1 of LRNT522, I ended up writing more than made sense for a padlet post. Here is the long version of the post including more details about… Continue Reading →
“Unraveling the Mysteries: How to Craft a Research Question That Won’t Put Your Readers to Sleep (Hopefully)” A good research question is crucial because it sets the foundation for the research process. A well-crafted research question not only defines the scope and direction of the study but also guides the selection of appropriate methodologies and […]
The last couple weeks of MALAT, have again brought me much more to read. No word of a lie, its one of those situations where it…
Formulating your research question is a pivotal moment. A focused scope in your question is like a compass, guiding you through the vast research possibilities. Having an open and broad research topic can be empowering at the beginning of the… Continue Reading →
After a short break, I am now into the next course of the Royal Roads MALAT program, in which we take a deep dive into…
Image from National Archives (ID 956091) In reviewing the requirements for LRNT522 Unit 1 Activity 3, I chose an alternate definition of good to answer the question, “What makes a good research question?”. Instead of equating good with effective or… Continue Reading →
What Makes a Good Research Question? After reading Dahlberg and McCaig’s *Practical Research and Evaluation*, I have gained a better understanding of how academic research is planned and conducted. There are many different kinds of research and theories behind it, and it is crucial to understand what kinds of questions are best suited for qualitative […]
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