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Chapter 2 Getting Started

Chapter 2 Getting Started. Zina O’Leary. The secret of getting ahead is getting started. Mark Twain. Zina O’Leary (2009) The Essential Guide to Doing Your Research Project . London: Sage. The Research Journey. Research is a process that needs to be actively managed. You need to:

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Chapter 2 Getting Started

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  1. Chapter 2Getting Started Zina O’Leary

  2. The secret of getting ahead is getting started. Mark Twain Zina O’Leary (2009) The Essential Guide to Doing Your Research Project. London: Sage

  3. The Research Journey • Research is a process that needs to be actively managed. You need to: • be strategic in your preliminary planning • be organized and prepared • create the mental space necessary for research. Zina O’Leary (2009) The Essential Guide to Doing Your Research Project. London: Sage

  4. problem-based learning action learning communication evidence-based decision making academic qualifications. Conducting a research project offers tremendous opportunity for professional development in areas such as: Research as Professional Development Zina O’Leary (2009) The Essential Guide to Doing Your Research Project. London: Sage

  5.  Navigating the Process • In order for students to navigate a path through the research process, they need to: • familiarize themselves with their institution/program’s resources and requirements • get appropriately set-up • negotiate the advisory process • manage their workload. Zina O’Leary (2009) The Essential Guide to Doing Your Research Project. London: Sage

  6. Knowing Requirements • To produce research that falls with university guidelines, you need to know your institution’s requirements. This can include: • meeting deadlines • staying within word limits • gaining ethics approval • providing progress reports • giving seminars • going through an examination process • producing original work that avoids plagiarism. Zina O’Leary (2009) The Essential Guide to Doing Your Research Project. London: Sage

  7. Becoming Familiar with Available Resources • Some of the resources you may want to check on are: • accommodation • equipment • funds • library facilities • methods assistance • writing assistance. Zina O’Leary (2009) The Essential Guide to Doing Your Research Project. London: Sage

  8. Getting Set Up • Researching requires more independence and autonomy than general learning, so researchers need to get properly set up. This will involve: • access to a quiet place to work • a good reliable computer • proficiency in the use of that computer. Zina O’Leary (2009) The Essential Guide to Doing Your Research Project. London: Sage

  9. Getting the Right Advice • Supervisory relationships can be difficult to negotiate. In order to ensure a positive and productive relationship you should attempt to: • work towards good communication • have clear expectations • strive for a sense of comfort in power relations. Zina O’Leary (2009) The Essential Guide to Doing Your Research Project. London: Sage

  10. Managing Timelines • Researching can present real challenges in terms of workloads and timelines. • Using Gantt charts and working with both discipline and inspiration can help you mange the process. Zina O’Leary (2009) The Essential Guide to Doing Your Research Project. London: Sage

  11. Gantt Chart Zina O’Leary (2009) The Essential Guide to Doing Your Research Project. London: Sage

  12. Getting the Creative Juices Flowing • Some things to try… • work on/read over your research journal • force yourself to get on the computer • write a letter to a real or fictional friend • go for a walk. Zina O’Leary (2009) The Essential Guide to Doing Your Research Project. London: Sage

  13. Staying on Course • Being able to find a balance and deal with crisis are part and parcel of researching. Zina O’Leary (2009) The Essential Guide to Doing Your Research Project. London: Sage

  14. Finding a Balance • Most students carry the burden of having a variety of roles. • Finding balance is essential to personal well-being and therefore success in all endeavours including research. Zina O’Leary (2009) The Essential Guide to Doing Your Research Project. London: Sage

  15. Dealing with Crisis • The research process is rarely an easy and straightforward journey. It often involves: • crises of motivation • crises of confidence • a lack of direction • feelings of disorganization • and coincides with life’s ups and downs. • Knowing that you are not alone • and that there is support can • help get you through. Zina O’Leary (2009) The Essential Guide to Doing Your Research Project. London: Sage

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