Research Is Like a Discussion
We learn* by
exchanging ideas with
others and systematically
discovering and studying
those ideas with them.
*research is a way of learning
Steps to Research as a Discussion:
1. Plan Ahead
- Maybe the most important part of the research process
- Expect to feel: uncertainty, confusion, anxiety
2. Choose a Topic
- Show initiative and resourcefulness
- Expect to feel: uncertainty, confusion, anxiety
3. Choose a Discussion Group
- Recognize people who are qualified to discuss the topic
- Expect to feel: uncertainty & maybe threatened
4. Listen to the Discussion Group
- Get access to discussions by those people on your topic
- Expect to feel: impatient
5. Understand the Discussion Group
- Understand what those people say in the discussions on your topic
- Expect to feel: optimism & confidence
6. Make Your Own Conclusions
- Compare their ideas
- Make inferences from what you hear
- Expect to feel: confidence & increased interest
7. Share Your Own Conclusions
- Share your conclusions with others
- Expect to feel: satisfaction or disappointment
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