Seminar on Research and Article Writing

1. Seminar on Research and Article Writing Presented by Dr. Chan Chang Tik

2. Topics • Research - How to Start? • Research Methodology • Writing Abstract • Conference Paper and Presentation Seminar on Research and Article Writing

3. Research – How to Start? • What are the problem areas? • Teaching and learning • Subject matter • Classroom environment • Instructional technology • Student evaluation instruments • Assessments • Management Seminar on Research and Article Writing

4. How to Start? Cont… • Once you have identified the problem areas, what’s next? • Fine tune the problem area: How? • Discuss with your friends • Brainstorming • Reading • Talk to CITS Seminar on Research and Article Writing

5. How to Start? Cont… Example • What are research objectives and questions? • Research Objectives • Why do you want to carry out this research? • What do you want to achieve? • Research Questions • Research questions are tied to the research objectives. • They are written to help you achieve your research objectives. Seminar on Research and Article Writing

6. Research Methodology • How to achieve your research objectives? • What research methods to use? • Qualitative research • Quantitative research • Qualitative Research • Case study • Ethnography • Grounded theory study Seminar on Research and Article Writing

7. Research Methodology Cont… • Quantitative research • Quasi-experiment or experiment • Survey • Interview • Questionnaire • Observation • Action research • Cross-sectional and longitudinal studies • Correlation study Seminar on Research and Article Writing

8. Writing Abstract • Give an introduction of your research • Brief description of research methodology including the number of subjects • Research findings • Format: • One paragraph • No literature review • Number of words – varies from conference Seminar on Research and Article Writing

9. Conference Paper and Presentation • Conference paper • Introduction – literature review • Research Description or Model • Methodology • Data analysis and discussions • Conclusions • Recommendations Seminar on Research and Article Writing

10. Conference Paper and Presentation Cont… • Conference Presentation • Time allocated – usually 15 – 20 minutes • Prepare your PowerPoint presentations within the time given. Include pertinent points like: • Introduction to your research • Research findings • Conclusions and recommendations (if any) • Allow 3- 5 minutes for QnA • Do not read from the slides prepared but explain the points in your own way. Seminar on Research and Article Writing

11. Conference Paper and Presentation Cont… • Eye contact with the audience • Be confidence Seminar on Research and Article Writing

12. Thank you Seminar on Research and Article Writing

13. TnL Research Areas • Teaching and learning • Active learning • eBeam • Digital libraries • Blended learning • Knowledge management • Learning skills • Quality education • Adult education • Staff training • Content management system Seminar on Research and Article Writing

14. Subject Matter Research Areas • Subject matter (FOLA) • How to teach English grammar? • How to write good essay? • Presentation • Group work • Instructional strategies Seminar on Research and Article Writing

15. Classroom Environment Research Areas • Classroom environment • Student diversity • Learning environment • Classroom management • Learning disabilities Seminar on Research and Article Writing