Research Process Fundamentals

The video tutorial introduces the research process, emphasizing the importance of selecting a topic, using keywords, and creating a bibliography. It outlines Module 1, which includes three assignments: exploring topics, using collective intelligence for research, and developing research questions. The tutorial highlights the use of social bookmarking and search tools to aid in research, and stresses the need for a clear research question and overview.

What is the first step in the research paper writing process?

• Writing a thesis statement

• Selecting a general topic

• Conducting experiments

• Reviewing literature

Why is it important to select a topic that interests you?

• To make the research process enjoyable

• To ensure you have enough sources

• To impress your teacher

• To avoid plagiarism

What should you do after finding a topic of interest?

• Write a detailed report

• Create a presentation

• List keywords for research

• Conduct interviews

What is the purpose of creating a bibliography?

• To avoid writing a paper

• To organize your research

• To impress your peers

• To make your paper longer

What is a research prospectus?

• A detailed experiment plan

• A summary of your findings

• A list of potential sources

• A statement of purpose about your topic

What is the goal of module 1?

• To write a thesis

• To conduct field research

• To explore possible topics

• To complete a research paper

What is the purpose of summarization in research?

• To avoid writing a conclusion

• To confuse the reader

• To highlight major points

• To make your paper longer

Why is it important to record bibliography information?

• To impress your teacher

• To make your paper look professional

• To avoid losing sources

• To fill up space in your paper

What is a working bibliography?

• A detailed experiment plan

• A summary of your research

• A list of all sources found so far

• A list of potential interviewees

What is the concept of collective intelligence in research?

• Using AI to write papers

• Sharing research ideas with others

• Conducting experiments in groups

• Using multiple sources for one topic