Lesson 2: Research Topic

Question 1

It is a general area of interest that you would like to pursue in your research

Answer 1

Research Topic

Question 2

factors to consider in identifying and selecting topic

Answer 2

• Relevance
• Interest
• Curiosity
• Manageability
• Available
• Skills

Question 3

when it relates to the needs of your study’s target audience or when it is considered important in the people’s daily lives.

Answer 3

Relevance

Question 4

your greatest intrinsic motivation to embark on the project work task and complete it well.

Answer 4

Curiosity

Question 5

topic should appeal to the readers of your study and encourage your group to continue pursuing it.

Answer 5

Interest

Question 6

your research topics can be studied within your abilities, and your research must be doable within specific time limit.

Answer 6

Manageability

Question 7

There may be a limited number of references for such topics and you may lack the technical knowledge needed to understand the subject matter.

Answer 7

Skills

Question 7

• Avoid highly technical topics.
• Avoid topics that have limited references.
• Avoid topics that you may have limited technical knowledge.
• Avoid sensitive and controversial topics.
• Avoid too broad topics

Answer 7

Cautions in making a research topics

Question 7

Sufficient number of references and enough financial resources

Answer 7

Available Resources

Question 8

TIPS HOW TO FIND
GOOD TOPICS

Answer 8

• Check Library or Reliable Online Resources
• Review Course Materials (Business subjects)
• Stay Updated on Current Issues or real world problems Browse Academic Journals and look for research models
• Explore Your Interests and start a concept map

Question 9

graphical tool used to organize and represent knowledge or information. It consists of nodes representing concepts and connecting lines that indicate relationships between those concepts, often structured hierarchically to show the broader and more specific connections.

Answer 9

Concept Map

Question 10

a concept map that is created retrospectively or after completing a task, project, or research. The purpose is to organize, review, and reflect on the information, ideas, or processes involved, allowing for a better understanding of the relationships and key points.

Answer 10

Back-work Concept Map