The process of Research

The process of Research

1. Stages in carrying out research

   • Normative
     • How it should be done
       • choose a research strategy
       • Select methods
       • Collect data
       • Analyse data
   • Descriptive
     • How it is actually done
       • Do in a diffent order
       • Re-do parts if they didn't work
       • start again from the beginning

2. Developing a Research question 1

   • Research area
   • Research Topic
   • Classic Approach

3. Developing a Research question 2

   • Need to narrow
   • Need to know background
   • Group decisions (keep all 'on board)
   • Have a personal stake.
   • Be realistic about what you can achieve with given resources.