THE 7 STEPS OF RESEARCH PROCESS

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  • STEP 1: Define and develop your topic (Research Problem): Factors  to consider in selecting a research problem1. Researcher’s area of interest 
    2. Availability of funds 
    3. Investigator’s ability and training
  • STEP 2: Find background about your chosen topic (RRL/ Review Related Literature): WHAT EVIDENCE IS ALREADY PRESENTED?
  • STEP 3: Plan your research including your sample (Methodology)
  • STEP 4: Gather necessary data using open-ended questions. (Qualitative Research) and closed-ended questionnaire (Quantitative Research) – Data Gathering Activities.
  • STEP 5: Process and analyze data using thematic analysis. (Qualitative Research) and statistical tools (Quantitative Research)
  • STEP 6: Formulate new insights gained (Qualitative Research) conclusions (Quantitative Research) and recommendations.
  • STEP 7: Define new problem.WHAT ARE THE IMPLICATIONS OF THE RESULTS?