Research Methodology

Research design, literature reviews, and the scientific method are the foundations that determine whether your findings hold up to scrutiny. These guides cover research methodology from first principles — how to find and evaluate primary and secondary sources, structure a literature review for your thesis, write a discussion chapter, and establish the significance of your study.

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Mastering the thesis discussion chapter: common pitfalls and how to avoid them
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Mastering the thesis discussion chapter: common pitfalls and how to avoid them

The discussion chapter is often the most consequential and the most challenging chapter in a...

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Richard Murphy 5 min
The Complexity of Structuring the Literature Review for Thesis Writing
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The Complexity of Structuring the Literature Review for Thesis Writing

A well-executed literature review can determine whether a thesis is persuasive, publishable, and defensible. Recent...

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Richard Murphy 4 min
How to Find the Right Literature: A Structured Workflow for Critical Reading and Verification
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How to Find the Right Literature: A Structured Workflow for Critical Reading and Verification

Researchers increasingly rely on digital searches and large bibliographic databases to build literature reviews, yet...

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Richard Murphy 5 min
How Many Citations Do You Need? Finding the Right Amount of References for Your Research Paper
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How Many Citations Do You Need? Finding the Right Amount of References for Your Research Paper

Average reference counts in academic articles have risen substantially: across many disciplines, the number of...

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Richard Murphy 4 min
What is the Scientific Method?
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What is the Scientific Method?

"Did you know that applying the scientific method to your research significantly boosts the credibility...

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Richard Murphy 3 min
How to Write a Case Report
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How to Write a Case Report

Case reports are an invaluable segment of academic literature that describe rare occurrences, unusual clinical...

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Richard Murphy 4 min
Primary vs Secondary Sources: What’s the difference?
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Primary vs Secondary Sources: What’s the difference?

The ability to differentiate between primary and secondary sources is an essential skill. These two...

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Richard Murphy 4 min
What Is Research Design? Types, Methods & Best Practices
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What Is Research Design? Types, Methods & Best Practices

Research design is the backbone of any academic study. According to widely accepted definitions, research...

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Richard Murphy 4 min
Review of Related Studies (RRS): Strategies, Tips, and Its Importance in Academic Research
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Review of Related Studies (RRS): Strategies, Tips, and Its Importance in Academic Research

When it comes to academic research, the Review of Related Studies (RRS) becomes an integral...

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Richard Murphy 4 min
Scientific Investigatory Project: Comprehensive Guide for Researchers and Students
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Scientific Investigatory Project: Comprehensive Guide for Researchers and Students

The scientific investigatory project (SIP) stands as a cornerstone of research education, empowering students and...

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Richard Murphy 3 min
Significance of a Study in Research Papers: A Writing Guide
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Significance of a Study in Research Papers: A Writing Guide

In academic writing, explaining the significance of your study is key to conveying its value....

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Richard Murphy 3 min

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