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- Topic selection
- Brainstorm Questions
- Tip: Keywords
- Finding Topic Ideas Online
- Read Background Information
- Keywords are the main terms that describe your research question or topic. Keep track of these words so you can use them when searching for books and articles.
- Identify the main concepts in your research question. Typically there should only be two or three main concepts.
- Look for keywords that best describe these concepts.
- You can look for keywords when reading background information or encyclopedia articles on your topic
- Use a thesaurus, your textbook and subject headings in databases to find different keywords.
- Research Methods and Applications forStudent Affairs by Biddix, J. PatrickISBN: 9781119300298RESEARCH METHODSFOR STUDENT AFFAIRSPublication Date: 2018A COMPREHENSIVE RESOURCE FORUNDERSTANDING AND APPLYING RESEARCHMETHODS Research Methods and Applications for Student Affairs offers students and professionals in the field an authoritative andaccessible guide to help navigate research in student affairs. This comprehensive resource on research methods instruction clearly shows how to interpret the various forms of research, how to be critical as a research consumer, and how to use research to inform practice.
- Student Research and Report Writing by GabeT. Wang; Keumjae ParkSTUDENT RESEARCHAND REPORT WRITINGISBN: 9781118963944Publication Date: 2015-11-25This is an invaluable, concise, all-in-one guide for carrying out student research and writing a paper,adaptable to course use and suitable for use by students independently, it successfully guides students along every step of the way. Allows students to better manage their research projects Exercises and worksheets break down the research process into small steps and walk students through each stage of the research project.
- TopicSelectionbuly’g- ducaionChoosing your topic is the first step in the researchviolencegondoprocess. Be aware thatfundinoselecting a good topic may not be easy. It must benarrow and focused enough to be interesting, yet broad enough to find adequate information.For help getting started on the writing process go to the GGUOnline Writing Lab (Writing tutor) where you can set up and appointment with a writing tutor.#1 Research tip: Pick a topic that interests you. You are going to live with this topic for weeks while you research, read, and write your assignment. Choose something that will hold your interest and that you might even be excited about. Your attitude towards your topic will come across in your writing or presentation!Brainstorming is a technique you can use to help you generate ideas.Below are brainstorming exercises and resources to help you come up with research topic ideas.
- Ask yourself the following questions to help you generate topic ideas:
- Do you have a strong opinion on a current social or political controversy?
- Did you read or see a news story recently that has interested you?
- Do you have a personal issue, problem or interest that you would like to know more about?
- Is there an aspect of one of your classes that you would like to learn more about?
Other brainstorming guidesMind MappingMind mapping is an effective means to take notes and brainstorm essay topics. A mind map involves writing down a central theme and thinking of new and related.Creative ConceptsConcept mapping is a way of making notes by creating a visual diagram of theconcepts and information. It helps you to create multiple”pathways” in your mind toconnect the information and better retain it for future use.Concept MappingThis worksheet will walk you through a process for concept-mapping.
- Topic IdeasTry the resources below to help you get ideas for possible research topics:
- Google News
This site provides national and international news on a variety of subjects gathered from over 4,000 sources. - Article & News Databases
Use the Library’s Articles and News databases to browse contents of current magazines and newspapers. If you do not know how to browse current issues ask a librarian for help.
- Google News
- Background InformationRead an encyclopedia article on the top two or three topics you are considering. Reading a broad summary enables you to get an overview of the topic and see how your idea relates to broader, narrower, and related issues. If you cant find an article on your topic, ask a librarian for help.
- Gale eBooks C’
The Gale Virtual Reference Library contains several business focused encyclopedias such as The Encyclopedia of Management and The Encyclopedia of Emerging Industries which may provide background information on possible topics. - Background InformationRead an encyclopedia article on the top two or three topics you are considering. Reading a broad summary enables you to get an overview of the topic and see how your idea relates to broader, narrower, and related issues. If you cant find an article on your topic, ask a librarian for help.
- Gale eBooks &
The Gale Virtual Reference Library contains several business focused encyclopedias such as The Encyclopedia of Management and The Encyclopedia of Emerging Industries which may provide background information on possible topics. - Article & News Databases
Use the Library’s Articles and News databases to search for brief articles on your topic ideas. - SAGE Knowledge &
Hundreds of encyclopedias and handbooks on key topics in the social and behavioral sciences. User Guide
- Gale eBooks &
- APA CitationClick through the tabs to learn the basics, find examples, and watch video tutorials.
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وزارة التعليم
الجامعة السعودية اإللكترونية
Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
Ministry of Education
Saudi Electronic University
College of Administrative and Financial Sciences
Critical Thinking Assignment 1
Course Name: Academic Writing and Student’s Name:
Research Skills
Course Code: RES-500
Student’s ID Number:
Semester: 1st
CRN:
Academic Year: 2025/2026, 1st Term
For Instructor’s Use only
Instructor’s Name:
Students’ Grade:
/ 15
Level of Marks: High/Middle/Low
Regulations:
✓ This assignment is an individual assignment.
✓ Support your submission with course material concepts, principles, and theories
from the textbook along with few scholarly, peer-reviewed journal articles.
✓ Use Saudi Electronic University academic writing standards and APA style
guidelines, citing references as appropriate.
✓ Submit your findings in a 3–4-page document, excluding the title page,
abstract and required reference page, which are never a part of the minimum
content requirements, in the Assignment Dropbox.
✓ It is strongly encouraged that you submit all assignments to the Turnitin
Originality Check (available under Information folder on your Blackboard) prior
to submitting them to your instructor for grading. If you are unsure how to submit
an assignment to the Originality Check tool, review the Turnitin Originality Check
– Student Guide for step-by-step instructions.
An Overview about Assignment submission Time & grades:
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Posting Date
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Assignment-I: Topic Selection & Research Questions (15 points)
A topic of research should be chosen. It can be either a research paper or a startup concept.
Once the topic is finalized, the research questions (based on which objectives of the study
will be formed) must be developed (not more than three). Each selection must be discussed
in detail with logic and rationale. Reasons for the topic should be discussed first followed
by discussion on selection of each of the research questions.
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