HOW TO CONDUCT A GOOD RESEARCH

We all know that research paper is not an easy thing to do, you need to think deeper, dig deeper so you can get all the information you need. Yes, you already have these information ,but the question is. How would you do it?

Let us first identify what is research?
Research starts with a question

Research define as a systematic process of finding answers and solutions to a problem

Research referred to methods of :

Collecting - gathering and measuring information on variables of interest, in an established systematic fashion that enables one to answer stated research questions, test hypotheses, and evaluate outcomes. The data collection component of research is common to all fields of study including physical and social sciences, humanities, business, etc.

 Presenting- is intended to show the reader that you have an understanding of the methodological implications of the choices you made and, in particular, that you have thought carefully about the links between your study’s purpose and research questions and the research approach and research methods that you have selected.

Organizing -  Once you have collected your evaluation information, you must determine the best strategy for organizing it

Classifying - stored data is categorized so the information can be accessed, updated, protected, recovered and managed more efficiently in accordance with specific application requirements 

Analyzing - inspecting, cleansing, transforming, and modeling data with the goal of discovering useful information, suggesting conclusions, and supporting decision-making.

Interpreting data - making sense of numerical data that has been collected, analyzed, and presented.

Process of Research

1. Identify the question or problem

2. Review the existing literature

3. Clarify the problem

4. Clearly define terms and concepts

5. Define the population

6. Select the methods of data collection

7. Develop instrumentation plan

8. Collect data

9. Analyze data

10. Write your paper

11. Cite your sources properly

   

12. Conclude your research

 13. Proofread

14. Share your results

Ethics of research

1. Honesty - do not fabricate nor falsify data/results

2. Objectivity- all things should have basis

3. Integrity- keep your actions/agreements

4. Carefulness- you should be careful while conducting a research

5. Openness- sharing ideas and criticism

6. Respect intellectual property - by giving credits

7. Confidentiality - know the limitation

8. Responsible Publication- duplicate your research

9. Responsible mentoring

10. Respect for colleagues- respect your partner or group mate

11. Social Responsibility- do not cause harms

12. Non Discrimination- in terms of ethnicity ,age and gender

13. Competence

14. Legality- you must follow the rules and laws

15. Animal care- think of all species

16. Human subjects protection


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