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• How many of you rely on the preceding sources for research?
Poor Researching Habits
• It is not surprising that students (both Western and Chinese) choose the easy way out when it comes to doing proper research.
of study. – We WILL gain skills that enable us to be more independent
or help us deal with everyday life issues that may occur.
When Do We Research?
• If you are sitting around with your friends discussing how much you hate the Gaokao, do you need to do research?
– It also allows us to confirm what our teachers tell us – we often make assumptions about the in-class information we are given:
• We assume the person speaking is giving us accurate information. • We assume the source of their knowledge is valid/accurate. • We assume the speaker has up-to-date knowledge. • We assume that the act of researching and condensing
• For our purposes, research is simply:
– The act of finding information relating to a specific topic the researcher is investigating or studying.
– The information can come from various sources:
– This will help you throughout your life at school as well as at work.
– Finding information, finding knowledge, allows you to control your thoughts and ideas as well as provides you with the ability to do things on your own rather than having to rely on other people to help you all the time.
• Another thing to keep in mind is that information changes rapidly, so by researching, we keep abreast of new trends or interpretations of data.
Why Do We Research?
• If you are doing a class presentation on Nathaniel Hawthorne’s short text The Minister’s Black Veil, do you need to do research?
• If you are arguing with your parents on whether you should do a double major, do you need to do research?
information is simple.
Why Do We Research?
• Another reason to research is based on the limited time we have access to our teachers.
– As well, Chinese students may not fully understand what their teachers are saying (particularly with Native English speakers).
• Textbooks • Subject-specific research texts • Documentaries (film or book) • Interviews • Researchers or scientists • Encyclopedias • The Internet
Why Do We Research?
• Taking the time to research properly ensures that:
– We as scholars are informed. – Our data is accurate. – Our ideas/thoughts/beliefs are as supported as they can be. – We are NOT plagiarizing someone else’s ideas.
Developing Research Skills
• The purpose of this lecture then is to ensure that students get a fundamental understanding of:
– What Is Research? – Why Do We Research? – When Do We Research? – How Do We Research? – Where Do We Find Research?
– We may find inspiration for our thoughts/ideas. – We may find new fields we wish to explore. – We may learn of greater opportunities or ways to apply our field
Research Methodologies
Finding Information in the Modern Era
Researching
• At the university level, one of the most important skills that you will develop is how to properly research.
What Is Research?
• According to the Oxford English Dictionary (OED):
– Systematic investigation or inquiry aimed at contributing to knowledge of a theory, topic, etc., by careful consideration, observation, or study of a subject. In later use also: original critical or scientific investigation carried out under the auspices of an academic or other institution.
• The most obvious answer is that we research to gain knowledge independently.
– In class, teachers provide us with information they feel we should learn; researching allows us to find information on things we WANT to learn about.
– Why?
• Convenience • Laziness • Ease of use • Waiting too long to start an assignment to allow for proper
research (poor time management) • Unsure how to research • Unsure where to look for proper academic resources
• There are other benefits to researching too:
– We may discover new and different ways to perceive our materials or subject.
– We may discover new theories or approaches towards out studies.
• Looking for information on your given subject by other scholars or researchers.
• Analyzing the conclusions of others for flaws or shortcomings.
What Is Research?
– Investigation undertaken in order to obtain material
for a book, article, thesis, etc.; an instance of this.
– The product of systematic investigation, presented in written (esp. published) form.
What is Research?
• Research is the act of looking for or gathering information through:
– Experimentation
• Developing and testing theses and hypotheses through clinical or scientific means.
– Obse源自文库vation
• Noting trends and transitions within your subject material or other’s research/conclusions and developing theories regarding them.
– Investigation
• If you are entered in the school-wide debating contest, do you need to do research?
• If you are debating whether to buy a laptop or Macbook, do you need to do research?
Researching
• The question of course is where do students find information?
– What are the most common sources for research among students in China?
• Ask.com • Baidu • Bing • Google • Wikipedia
Poor Researching Habits
• It is not surprising that students (both Western and Chinese) choose the easy way out when it comes to doing proper research.
of study. – We WILL gain skills that enable us to be more independent
or help us deal with everyday life issues that may occur.
When Do We Research?
• If you are sitting around with your friends discussing how much you hate the Gaokao, do you need to do research?
– It also allows us to confirm what our teachers tell us – we often make assumptions about the in-class information we are given:
• We assume the person speaking is giving us accurate information. • We assume the source of their knowledge is valid/accurate. • We assume the speaker has up-to-date knowledge. • We assume that the act of researching and condensing
• For our purposes, research is simply:
– The act of finding information relating to a specific topic the researcher is investigating or studying.
– The information can come from various sources:
– This will help you throughout your life at school as well as at work.
– Finding information, finding knowledge, allows you to control your thoughts and ideas as well as provides you with the ability to do things on your own rather than having to rely on other people to help you all the time.
• Another thing to keep in mind is that information changes rapidly, so by researching, we keep abreast of new trends or interpretations of data.
Why Do We Research?
• If you are doing a class presentation on Nathaniel Hawthorne’s short text The Minister’s Black Veil, do you need to do research?
• If you are arguing with your parents on whether you should do a double major, do you need to do research?
information is simple.
Why Do We Research?
• Another reason to research is based on the limited time we have access to our teachers.
– As well, Chinese students may not fully understand what their teachers are saying (particularly with Native English speakers).
• Textbooks • Subject-specific research texts • Documentaries (film or book) • Interviews • Researchers or scientists • Encyclopedias • The Internet
Why Do We Research?
• Taking the time to research properly ensures that:
– We as scholars are informed. – Our data is accurate. – Our ideas/thoughts/beliefs are as supported as they can be. – We are NOT plagiarizing someone else’s ideas.
Developing Research Skills
• The purpose of this lecture then is to ensure that students get a fundamental understanding of:
– What Is Research? – Why Do We Research? – When Do We Research? – How Do We Research? – Where Do We Find Research?
– We may find inspiration for our thoughts/ideas. – We may find new fields we wish to explore. – We may learn of greater opportunities or ways to apply our field
Research Methodologies
Finding Information in the Modern Era
Researching
• At the university level, one of the most important skills that you will develop is how to properly research.
What Is Research?
• According to the Oxford English Dictionary (OED):
– Systematic investigation or inquiry aimed at contributing to knowledge of a theory, topic, etc., by careful consideration, observation, or study of a subject. In later use also: original critical or scientific investigation carried out under the auspices of an academic or other institution.
• The most obvious answer is that we research to gain knowledge independently.
– In class, teachers provide us with information they feel we should learn; researching allows us to find information on things we WANT to learn about.
– Why?
• Convenience • Laziness • Ease of use • Waiting too long to start an assignment to allow for proper
research (poor time management) • Unsure how to research • Unsure where to look for proper academic resources
• There are other benefits to researching too:
– We may discover new and different ways to perceive our materials or subject.
– We may discover new theories or approaches towards out studies.
• Looking for information on your given subject by other scholars or researchers.
• Analyzing the conclusions of others for flaws or shortcomings.
What Is Research?
– Investigation undertaken in order to obtain material
for a book, article, thesis, etc.; an instance of this.
– The product of systematic investigation, presented in written (esp. published) form.
What is Research?
• Research is the act of looking for or gathering information through:
– Experimentation
• Developing and testing theses and hypotheses through clinical or scientific means.
– Obse源自文库vation
• Noting trends and transitions within your subject material or other’s research/conclusions and developing theories regarding them.
– Investigation
• If you are entered in the school-wide debating contest, do you need to do research?
• If you are debating whether to buy a laptop or Macbook, do you need to do research?
Researching
• The question of course is where do students find information?
– What are the most common sources for research among students in China?
• Ask.com • Baidu • Bing • Google • Wikipedia