Developing Your Research Project

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Brief Introduction

Undertaking an Extended Project Qualification, IB extended essay or any other scholarly research? This guides you step-by-step.

Course Summary

This course is designed to help you develop the skills you need to carry out your own research project, including understanding the research process, defining a research question, and selecting data collection methods.

Key Learning Points

  • Learn how to develop a research question and design a research project
  • Understand the different types of data collection methods and how to select the most appropriate one for your project
  • Explore how to analyze and interpret data and present your findings effectively

Job Positions & Salaries of people who have taken this course might have

    • USA: $40,000 - $60,000
    • India: INR 2,00,000 - INR 4,00,000
    • Spain: €20,000 - €35,000
    • USA: $40,000 - $60,000
    • India: INR 2,00,000 - INR 4,00,000
    • Spain: €20,000 - €35,000

    • USA: $50,000 - $80,000
    • India: INR 3,00,000 - INR 6,00,000
    • Spain: €25,000 - €45,000
    • USA: $40,000 - $60,000
    • India: INR 2,00,000 - INR 4,00,000
    • Spain: €20,000 - €35,000

    • USA: $50,000 - $80,000
    • India: INR 3,00,000 - INR 6,00,000
    • Spain: €25,000 - €45,000

    • USA: $60,000 - $100,000
    • India: INR 4,00,000 - INR 10,00,000
    • Spain: €30,000 - €60,000

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Learning Outcomes

  • Develop a research question and design a research project
  • Select the appropriate data collection methods and analyze data effectively
  • Present research findings in a clear and compelling manner

Prerequisites or good to have knowledge before taking this course

  • No prior knowledge or experience is required
  • Access to a computer and the internet

Course Difficulty Level

Intermediate

Course Format

  • Online self-paced course
  • Video lectures
  • Quizzes and assignments
  • Peer feedback

Similar Courses

  • Introduction to Research for Essay Writing
  • Research Methods for Social Scientists
  • Quantitative Methods

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Requirements

  • There are no specific course requirements, other than a curious disposition and desire to undertake some academic research.

Knowledge

  • Academic research: principles and definitionDrafting and developing research proposalsGathering information from literature and from findingsResearch methods: choosing an appropriate methodologyAcademic reading and note takingReferencing, plagiarism, and academic integrityAcademic writing: organising sources, structuring essaysAcademic writing: summarising a research project into an abstractAcademic presentations: preparation and delivery

Summary of User Reviews

Discover how to plan and conduct a research project from start to finish with this comprehensive online course. Users have praised this course for its practical approach to research, with many finding the assignments and feedback particularly helpful. However, some users have noted that the course can be overwhelming and time-consuming, and others have suggested that it could benefit from more interactive elements.

Key Aspect Users Liked About This Course

practical approach to research

Pros from User Reviews

  • Helpful assignments and feedback
  • Comprehensive coverage of research project planning and execution
  • Engaging and knowledgeable instructors
  • Flexible pacing and scheduling options

Cons from User Reviews

  • Can be overwhelming and time-consuming
  • Lacks interactive elements
  • Some topics may not be relevant to all learners
  • Limited opportunities for peer interaction
  • Course materials may be too basic for advanced learners
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Emma Thompson, Richard Penny
University of Southampton
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