Before this class, research was very intimidating to me. I am still intimidated by it now, but I also feel like I have a better grasp on the main concepts involved. The articles that guided us to the important aspects in a research paper were very helpful to me and something I will use for years to come.
I realized that research is not as scary as I once thought, although the terms used in the studies and in our text book were difficult for me and something I still struggle with. I knew there was a lot that went into planning a research study, and while it’s an area I still struggle with, I do feel more comfortable with the research planning process.
One area I struggled with was narrowing down my research topic. I started with a topic that was much too broad. With the questions and help for Professor Davis, I was able to narrow down my topic to something that hopefully would turn into a successful research project. There are still more specifics I need to work out, but overall, I am very pleased with my topic.
Thank you to everyone for their insightful conversations on our discussion boards. I have learned from all of you and wish you the best in your future classes.
Leigh,
ReplyDeleteIt seems we have the same feelings about research! Once scary, but now we have a good idea of what it entails.
I've enjoyed this class and I hope you have too. Best of luck.
Happy Holidays,
Caitlyn
Leigh,
ReplyDeleteI feel the same, reseach was very intimidating in the beginning of the course. While I have a much better understanding now, I still find it difficutl. Like you, I really struggled with the terms in our textbook. The assignments helped me overcome some of the issues but I still have a lot to learn!
Happy Holidays,
Teri
Like you, I started with a topic that was too broad. There is so much to learn, I think it is easy to be ambitious. It is also a learning process to refine a topic to a workable research study.
ReplyDeleteThank you for your contributions to our class. I have learned from you and our other classmates. Good luck with your future classes. I hope we will be in other sections together.
LouAnn
Leigh:
ReplyDeleteIt had been a pleasure to work with you and learn from you. I hope this course is useful in your future professional life.