future research

Question 1

what is future research?

Answer 1

The outcomes (conclusion) to a piece of research can raise further questions which could lead to further research

Question 2

what are the 6 ways we could continue to research further?

Answer 2

1. Expand on original research
2. Build on a particular finding from research
3. Address a weakness or flaw of the research
4. Examine or test a theory resulting from research findings
5. Carry out the same research in a different setting, context or with a different group of people
6. Address incomplete objectives

Question 3

what is expand on original research include?

Answer 3

if research is with a small sample group expanding the sample will provide settings with further validity and reliable results.

Question 4

what is building on a particular finding from research?

Answer 4

Something interesting but not directly relating to the original research may have been discovered through one of the research methods and would later benefit from further exploration.

Question 5

what is meant by addressing a weakness or flaw of the research?

Answer 5

Research may be flawed if opinions from all possible participants are not sought, i.e. certain groups are selected therefore excluding others with an opinion.

Question 6

what is meant by examine or test theory resulting from research findings?

Answer 6

the discovery of something new may need retesting

Question 7

what is meant by carrying out the same research in a different setting, context or different groups of people.

Answer 7

If research had been carried out in a city setting would it be of value to carry out the research in a rural setting or with a different socio-economic group.

Question 8

what is meant by addressing incomplete objectives?

Answer 8

Some of the original objectives may not have been achieved through the methods chosen. Identification of additional research opportunities to address these objectives.