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Introduction to Research Writing

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Introduction to Research Writing. Alysoun Taylor-Hall October 23, 2013. Introduction to Research Writing. Entering the conversation Conducting your literature review Establishing good research habits & tools Getting ready to write Writing: Introduction Abstract Body Conclusion

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Introduction to Research Writing Alysoun Taylor-Hall October 23, 2013

Introduction to Research Writing • Entering the conversation • Conducting your literature review • Establishing good research habits & tools • Getting ready to write • Writing: • Introduction • Abstract • Body • Conclusion • Finishing your document • General writing tips • Resources

About Me • BA in English w/Concentration in Professional Writing • Certificate in Technical Writing • MBA • Program Coordinator for Ph.D. in Engineering Program • Technical Writer/Editor for CEPRO research group • Adjunct Instructor for EGR 3350: Technical Communication for Engineers and Computer Scientists

Entering the Conversation • Research as an ongoing conversation • You are being invited to join the conversation • Start by listening to what’s already been said • Practice good manners

Establishing Good Research Habits • Document as you go • Keep a research notebook/journal • Archive your data • Learn to use available tools LaTeX: http://www.cs.wright.edu/~jslater/classes/Thesis-Dissertation.html Be sure to check out Dr. Slater’s “archiving data” link RefWorks: http://www.libraries.wright.edu/writing_help/refworks/

Conducting Your Literature Search • Conduct your own comprehensive search • Start with current publications, but be sure to check older resources as well • Follow up on the works cited in relevant publications • Talk to other researchers in your field • Contact Phil Flynn, Engineering Librarian, for assistance with your search: [email protected] 775-2533

Conducting Your Literature Search • Document your search from the very beginning • Use available tools and resources RefWorks: http://www.libraries.wright.edu/quicklinks/refworks/ Jab Ref http://jabref.sourceforge.net/

Getting Ready to Write Audience Analysis Who will be reading your document? • Types of Audiences • General/lay audience • Expert audience • Executive audience • What do your readers know about your topic? • What do they need to know? Tip: As a writer, you sound “smart” when your reader can understand your ideas

Writing Your Introduction • Write your introduction first • Use your research notebook/journal • Lay out your argument for your topic • Organize your document to support your argument

Writing Your Abstract Generally a 1-page document that summarizes your research • Write for more of an executive audience • Keep sentences relatively short and direct • Limit explanations of complex concepts • Assume that many readers will only read the first page • Focus on your motivations • Why does this work need to be done? • Who will benefit?

Writing Your Abstract • Allow plenty of time for revision • Ask other readers to read your abstract • Ask someone unfamiliar with your topic • Your abstract should be as clean, clear, and concise as you can make it • Good practice for writing thesis, research proposals

Writing the Body of Your Document • Remember audience analysis • What does your “expert” audience already know? • What do they need to know? • Remember to cite as you go • Graphs, figures, tables • Any language that is not your own • Some readers will skip around, so each chapter should stand alone to some extent • Point readers to where they need to go within the document

Writing Your Conclusion • Provides a satisfactory stopping point for the reader • Generally relatively brief • No need to restate the entire abstract • In research writing, conclusion will generally emphasize findings and future work • Highlight any original contribution • The only other part some readers will read • Make sure the conclusion is well edited

Finishing Your Document • Allow plenty of time for revision and finishing • Edit your document thoroughly • Use spell-check and grammar tools http://www.cs.wright.edu/~jslater/classes/Thesis-Dissertation.html

Style Guides How do you know what format to use for your citations? Style guides provide specific guidelines: • Examples: MLA, APA, Chicago/Turabian • Provide specific guidance on many style issues, including citations • Many disciplines have a standard style • Examples: Psychology uses APA; English uses MLA • Unfortunately, Engineering does not have a standard style guide

Engineering Styles What style should you use? • Check the University Libraries website to find style guides for your discipline: http://guides.libraries.wright.edu/content.php?pid=59883&sid=0 • Check publications in your discipline and follow their format • Ask your professor or advisor • Ask the University Librarian

General Writing Tips Understand how readers process your writing • Your goal is to make the reader’s job as easy as possible • Save their energy to focus on your ideas, not your writing • Effective writing doesn’t tire the reader

General Writing Tips Understand how readers process your writing, cont. • Limitations of short-term memory • Present the information in the most logical order for ease of processing • Allow frequent breaks so readers can process what they’ve read and move it out of short-term memory • Parenthetical information demands more from your reader

General Writing Tips • Punctuation provides sign posts to guide your reader through your document • Punctuation works best when it meets subconscious reader expectations • Written punctuation does not follow spoken “breaks” in the sentence • Learn to punctuate according to American English norms • Good punctuation • Keeps your reader from tiring • Allows your reader to focus on your ideas

General Writing Tips Use active voice: Subject Verb Object not Object Verb (implied Subject) I will take out the trash not The trash will be taken out Active voice is far less tiring than passive voice

General Writing Tips But . . . vary your writing style occasionally • Maintain reader interest • Too many sentences in the same style begin to sound “sing songy” • Invert the order of a few sentences • Combine two sentences • But make sure you do this correctly (not run on)

Help with Writing Skills Help with writing • EGR 3350/5350: Technical Communications for Engineering and Computer Scientists • University Writing Center http://www.wright.edu/uc/success/services/writing-center.html • Online resources • University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Writing Center: http://writingcenter.unc.edu/handouts/ • Rensellaer Center for Communication Practices: http://www.ccp.rpi.edu/resources/ • Purdue Writing Center http://owl.english.purdue.edu/

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Before conducting a study, a research proposal should be created that outlines researchers’ plans and methodology and is submitted to the concerned evaluating organization or person. Creating a research proposal is an important step to ensure that researchers are on track and are moving forward as intended. A research proposal can be defined as a detailed plan or blueprint for the proposed research that you intend to undertake. It provides readers with a snapshot of your project by describing what you will investigate, why it is needed, and how you will conduct the research.  

Your research proposal should aim to explain to the readers why your research is relevant and original, that you understand the context and current scenario in the field, have the appropriate resources to conduct the research, and that the research is feasible given the usual constraints.  

This article will describe in detail the purpose and typical structure of a research proposal , along with examples and templates to help you ace this step in your research journey.  

What is a Research Proposal ?  

A research proposal¹ ,²  can be defined as a formal report that describes your proposed research, its objectives, methodology, implications, and other important details. Research proposals are the framework of your research and are used to obtain approvals or grants to conduct the study from various committees or organizations. Consequently, research proposals should convince readers of your study’s credibility, accuracy, achievability, practicality, and reproducibility.   

With research proposals , researchers usually aim to persuade the readers, funding agencies, educational institutions, and supervisors to approve the proposal. To achieve this, the report should be well structured with the objectives written in clear, understandable language devoid of jargon. A well-organized research proposal conveys to the readers or evaluators that the writer has thought out the research plan meticulously and has the resources to ensure timely completion.  

Purpose of Research Proposals  

A research proposal is a sales pitch and therefore should be detailed enough to convince your readers, who could be supervisors, ethics committees, universities, etc., that what you’re proposing has merit and is feasible . Research proposals can help students discuss their dissertation with their faculty or fulfill course requirements and also help researchers obtain funding. A well-structured proposal instills confidence among readers about your ability to conduct and complete the study as proposed.  

Research proposals can be written for several reasons:³  

• To describe the importance of research in the specific topic  
• Address any potential challenges you may encounter  
• Showcase knowledge in the field and your ability to conduct a study  
• Apply for a role at a research institute  
• Convince a research supervisor or university that your research can satisfy the requirements of a degree program  
• Highlight the importance of your research to organizations that may sponsor your project  
• Identify implications of your project and how it can benefit the audience  

What Goes in a Research Proposal?    

Research proposals should aim to answer the three basic questions—what, why, and how.  

The What question should be answered by describing the specific subject being researched. It should typically include the objectives, the cohort details, and the location or setting.  

The Why question should be answered by describing the existing scenario of the subject, listing unanswered questions, identifying gaps in the existing research, and describing how your study can address these gaps, along with the implications and significance.  

The How question should be answered by describing the proposed research methodology, data analysis tools expected to be used, and other details to describe your proposed methodology.   

Research Proposal Example  

Here is a research proposal sample template (with examples) from the University of Rochester Medical Center. 4 The sections in all research proposals are essentially the same although different terminology and other specific sections may be used depending on the subject.  

Structure of a Research Proposal  

If you want to know how to make a research proposal impactful, include the following components:¹  

1. Introduction  

This section provides a background of the study, including the research topic, what is already known about it and the gaps, and the significance of the proposed research.  

2. Literature review  

This section contains descriptions of all the previous relevant studies pertaining to the research topic. Every study cited should be described in a few sentences, starting with the general studies to the more specific ones. This section builds on the understanding gained by readers in the Introduction section and supports it by citing relevant prior literature, indicating to readers that you have thoroughly researched your subject.  

3. Objectives  

Once the background and gaps in the research topic have been established, authors must now state the aims of the research clearly. Hypotheses should be mentioned here. This section further helps readers understand what your study’s specific goals are.  

4. Research design and methodology  

Here, authors should clearly describe the methods they intend to use to achieve their proposed objectives. Important components of this section include the population and sample size, data collection and analysis methods and duration, statistical analysis software, measures to avoid bias (randomization, blinding), etc.  

5. Ethical considerations  

This refers to the protection of participants’ rights, such as the right to privacy, right to confidentiality, etc. Researchers need to obtain informed consent and institutional review approval by the required authorities and mention this clearly for transparency.  

6. Budget/funding  

Researchers should prepare their budget and include all expected expenditures. An additional allowance for contingencies such as delays should also be factored in.  

7. Appendices  

This section typically includes information that supports the research proposal and may include informed consent forms, questionnaires, participant information, measurement tools, etc.  

8. Citations  

Important Tips for Writing a Research Proposal  

Writing a research proposal begins much before the actual task of writing. Planning the research proposal structure and content is an important stage, which if done efficiently, can help you seamlessly transition into the writing stage. 3,5  

The Planning Stage  

• Manage your time efficiently. Plan to have the draft version ready at least two weeks before your deadline and the final version at least two to three days before the deadline.
• What is the primary objective of your research?  
• Will your research address any existing gap?  
• What is the impact of your proposed research?  
• Do people outside your field find your research applicable in other areas?  
• If your research is unsuccessful, would there still be other useful research outcomes?  

  The Writing Stage  

• Create an outline with main section headings that are typically used.  
• Focus only on writing and getting your points across without worrying about the format of the research proposal , grammar, punctuation, etc. These can be fixed during the subsequent passes. Add details to each section heading you created in the beginning.   
• Ensure your sentences are concise and use plain language. A research proposal usually contains about 2,000 to 4,000 words or four to seven pages.  
• Don’t use too many technical terms and abbreviations assuming that the readers would know them. Define the abbreviations and technical terms.  
• Ensure that the entire content is readable. Avoid using long paragraphs because they affect the continuity in reading. Break them into shorter paragraphs and introduce some white space for readability.  
• Focus on only the major research issues and cite sources accordingly. Don’t include generic information or their sources in the literature review.  
• Proofread your final document to ensure there are no grammatical errors so readers can enjoy a seamless, uninterrupted read.  
• Use academic, scholarly language because it brings formality into a document.  
• Ensure that your title is created using the keywords in the document and is neither too long and specific nor too short and general.  
• Cite all sources appropriately to avoid plagiarism.  
• Make sure that you follow guidelines, if provided. This includes rules as simple as using a specific font or a hyphen or en dash between numerical ranges.  
• Ensure that you’ve answered all questions requested by the evaluating authority.  

Key Takeaways   

Here’s a summary of the main points about research proposals discussed in the previous sections:  

• A research proposal is a document that outlines the details of a proposed study and is created by researchers to submit to evaluators who could be research institutions, universities, faculty, etc.  
• Research proposals are usually about 2,000-4,000 words long, but this depends on the evaluating authority’s guidelines.  
• A good research proposal ensures that you’ve done your background research and assessed the feasibility of the research.  
• Research proposals have the following main sections—introduction, literature review, objectives, methodology, ethical considerations, and budget.  

Frequently Asked Questions  

Q1. How is a research proposal evaluated?  

A1. In general, most evaluators, including universities, broadly use the following criteria to evaluate research proposals . 6  

• Significance —Does the research address any important subject or issue, which may or may not be specific to the evaluator or university?  
• Content and design —Is the proposed methodology appropriate to answer the research question? Are the objectives clear and well aligned with the proposed methodology?  
• Sample size and selection —Is the target population or cohort size clearly mentioned? Is the sampling process used to select participants randomized, appropriate, and free of bias?  
• Timing —Are the proposed data collection dates mentioned clearly? Is the project feasible given the specified resources and timeline?  
• Data management and dissemination —Who will have access to the data? What is the plan for data analysis?  

Q2. What is the difference between the Introduction and Literature Review sections in a research proposal ?  

A2. The Introduction or Background section in a research proposal sets the context of the study by describing the current scenario of the subject and identifying the gaps and need for the research. A Literature Review, on the other hand, provides references to all prior relevant literature to help corroborate the gaps identified and the research need.  

Q3. How long should a research proposal be?  

A3. Research proposal lengths vary with the evaluating authority like universities or committees and also the subject. Here’s a table that lists the typical research proposal lengths for a few universities.  

Q4. What are the common mistakes to avoid in a research proposal ?  

A4. Here are a few common mistakes that you must avoid while writing a research proposal . 7  

• No clear objectives: Objectives should be clear, specific, and measurable for the easy understanding among readers.  
• Incomplete or unconvincing background research: Background research usually includes a review of the current scenario of the particular industry and also a review of the previous literature on the subject. This helps readers understand your reasons for undertaking this research because you identified gaps in the existing research.  
• Overlooking project feasibility: The project scope and estimates should be realistic considering the resources and time available.   
• Neglecting the impact and significance of the study: In a research proposal , readers and evaluators look for the implications or significance of your research and how it contributes to the existing research. This information should always be included.  
• Unstructured format of a research proposal : A well-structured document gives confidence to evaluators that you have read the guidelines carefully and are well organized in your approach, consequently affirming that you will be able to undertake the research as mentioned in your proposal.  
• Ineffective writing style: The language used should be formal and grammatically correct. If required, editors could be consulted, including AI-based tools such as Paperpal , to refine the research proposal structure and language.  

Thus, a research proposal is an essential document that can help you promote your research and secure funds and grants for conducting your research. Consequently, it should be well written in clear language and include all essential details to convince the evaluators of your ability to conduct the research as proposed.  

This article has described all the important components of a research proposal and has also provided tips to improve your writing style. We hope all these tips will help you write a well-structured research proposal to ensure receipt of grants or any other purpose.  

References  

• Sudheesh K, Duggappa DR, Nethra SS. How to write a research proposal? Indian J Anaesth. 2016;60(9):631-634. Accessed July 15, 2024. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5037942/  
• Writing research proposals. Harvard College Office of Undergraduate Research and Fellowships. Harvard University. Accessed July 14, 2024. https://uraf.harvard.edu/apply-opportunities/app-components/essays/research-proposals  
• What is a research proposal? Plus how to write one. Indeed website. Accessed July 17, 2024. https://www.indeed.com/career-advice/career-development/research-proposal  
• Research proposal template. University of Rochester Medical Center. Accessed July 16, 2024. https://www.urmc.rochester.edu/MediaLibraries/URMCMedia/pediatrics/research/documents/Research-proposal-Template.pdf  
• Tips for successful proposal writing. Johns Hopkins University. Accessed July 17, 2024. https://research.jhu.edu/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/Tips-for-Successful-Proposal-Writing.pdf  
• Formal review of research proposals. Cornell University. Accessed July 18, 2024. https://irp.dpb.cornell.edu/surveys/survey-assessment-review-group/research-proposals  
• 7 Mistakes you must avoid in your research proposal. Aveksana (via LinkedIn). Accessed July 17, 2024. https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/7-mistakes-you-must-avoid-your-research-proposal-aveksana-cmtwf/  

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