A case study offers deep insights into complex phenomena through the lens of a single subject or group. It zooms into the details of a specific situation, examining context, history, and behavior to reveal certain patterns and highlight practical applications of theories. A case study in research can be used …
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Qualitative research is a scientific approach used to explore and understand people’s experiences, emotions, behaviors, and social contexts in depth. In contrast to numerical data, it focuses on non-quantifiable insights, such as opinions, motivations, and meanings. Unlike quantitative studies, qualitative research helps answer why and how questions rather than how …
Footnotes often go unnoticed by casual readers, but in research writing, they quietly do some of the most important work. They let writers add background details, clarify sources, or include quick explanations without crowding the main text. A well-placed footnote can make a paper appear polished and credible. Footnotes also …
In-text citations are an integral part of academic writing and help authors acknowledge the works of other authors that they have referred to in their own research articles. In-text citations are shortened references that are included in the main text of the article whereas reference lists or works cited are …
Quantitative research is one of the most widely used approaches in academia, business, healthcare, and the social sciences. At its core, it deals with measurable data, statistical analysis, and numerical insights. Unlike qualitative methods that explore subjective experiences, quantitative research focuses on objective measurements, ensuring accuracy, reliability, and validity in …
All research methods involve processes of data collection and analysis, working toward answering a research objective. Research methods can be of several types, and in this article, we focus on descriptive research.1 Descriptive research is a methodological approach that helps in describing situations, events, behaviors, and outcomes without focusing on …
The research paper introduction is where you present your topic and demonstrate why your study matters and why existing literature cannot fully answer your research question. Beyond presenting your research problem and highlighting your study’s novelty, the introduction of a research paper often provides an overview of the paper’s structure …
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is no longer a distant concept in education and research. From supporting literature reviews to improving writing flow, AI tools are transforming academic workflows worldwide. Yet, for many researchers, students, and academic professionals, one question remains unanswered: what is the right way to use AI responsibly in …
When conducting academic or professional studies, having the right research instrument is essential to collecting valid and reliable data. A research instrument is the tool that enables a researcher to gather the information needed to answer their study’s questions or test hypotheses.1 Without a well-designed instrument, even the most carefully …
“With data collection, ‘the sooner, the better’ is always the best answer,” according to Marissa Mayer, former President and CEO of Yahoo. For any researcher, this rings true when you consider how the quality and timing of your data shape your entire study. Data collection serves as the foundation of …
