Research As a Discussion

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