PQRC - How do I choose a topic? Part 1 of 2
Learning Objectives
- Researchers will know how to distinguish between topics they’re curious about and those they merely like
- Researchers will understand the risks associated with having an extremely strong opinion on a topic
- Researchers will know how to use questions to generate a specific and focused research topic
- Researchers will understand that academic research involves learning things they don’t know, not simply proving what they think they do
Finding a topic you're curious about Download Finding a topic you're curious about
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The trouble with strong opinions Download The trouble with strong opinions
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Asking questions Download Asking questions
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Finding a gap in the research Download Finding a gap in the research
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