1.Look at research in an analytical wayUse tests and analizes
data with statisticsOptimal for experimental researchPrefer use of
questionnairesGood for survey research design
2.
Look at the research as a whole
Use observation and informal situations
Preferable for case studies or action researches.
HOW TO START A RESEARCH PROJECTFrom a problemFormulate a
research question or questionsGet ideas from:Outside
ourselvesWithin ourselvesCurrent research of our interest
Research ideas that originate outside ourselves Teachers get
ideas from questions asked by students
Professionals get ideas from attending seminars and
conferences
Experienced researchers get ideas from other people who suggest
topics or look for research partners
Less experienced researchers get ideas from: their teachers,
frinds or classmates or
By asking directly to other professionals for ideas
Research ideas that originate from within ourselves Experience
provides ideas
Reading and reflection of current research
Focus on own interests
Less experienced researches focus on what they want to know.
