Writing a Research Proposal & Research Paper

These flashcards cover essential concepts related to writing research proposals and papers as outlined in the lecture notes.

What is a research proposal?

A written document detailing the plan, procedure, possible outcomes, and rationale for a future research study.

What are the key functions of a research proposal?

It helps in thinking out the research project and predicting any difficulties that might arise.

What is the importance of a research proposal?

It aids in evaluating the worth, value, and feasibility of the proposed research study.

What are the types of research proposals?

Degree proposals, financial assistance proposals, and grant proposals.

What should the introductory section of a research proposal include?

It should include the title page, introduction, rationale, research problem, objectives, and hypothesis.

What is outlined in the methodological section of a research proposal?

It describes planning for execution, including subject selection, data collection methods, and research design.

How should a research paper's title be formulated?

It should reflect the purpose, methods used, and avoid abbreviations while creating reader interest.

What is the role of the abstract in a research paper?

To provide a brief overview of the problem, significance, solution, and its implications.

What is the aim of the discussion section in a research paper?

To interpret and describe the significance of research findings in a concise manner.

What key elements should be included in the results section of a research paper?

Key findings, logical sequence of findings, and relevant non-textual elements like tables and figures.

What is a research proposal?

A written document detailing the plan, procedure, possible outcomes, and rationale for a future research study.

What are the key functions of a research proposal?

It helps in thinking out the research project and predicting any difficulties that might arise.

What is the importance of a research proposal?

It aids in evaluating the worth, value, and feasibility of the proposed research study.

What are the types of research proposals?

Degree proposals, financial assistance proposals, and grant proposals.

What should the introductory section of a research proposal include?

It should include the title page, introduction, rationale, research problem, objectives, and hypothesis.

What is outlined in the methodological section of a research proposal?

It describes planning for execution, including subject selection, data collection methods, and research design.

How should a research paper's title be formulated?

It should reflect the purpose, methods used, and avoid abbreviations while creating reader interest.

What is the role of the abstract in a research paper?

To provide a brief overview of the problem, significance, solution, and its implications.

What is the aim of the discussion section in a research paper?

To interpret and describe the significance of research findings in a concise manner.

What key elements should be included in the results section of a research paper?

Key findings, logical sequence of findings, and relevant non-textual elements like tables and figures.

What is the purpose of the rationale section in a research proposal?

To justify the necessity and significance of the study, often by highlighting gaps in existing literature or practical problems.

How should research objectives be formulated?

They should be specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, and time-bound (SMART), clearly stating what the research aims to accomplish.

What is a research hypothesis?

A testable statement predicting a relationship between two or more variables, derived from theory or previous research.

What does a good literature review accomplish in a research proposal?

It demonstrates knowledge of the research area, identifies gaps, justifies the current study, and provides a theoretical framework.