Developing a Research Question - Select Journal Articles
- Formulating a researchable question: A critical step for facilitating good clinical researchAslam, S., & Emmanuel, P. (2010). Formulating a researchable question: A critical step for facilitating good clinical research. Indian Journal of Sexually Transmitted Diseases, 31(1), 47–50. http://doi.org/10.4103/0253-7184.69003
- How Does My Research Question Come About? The Impact of Funding Agencies in Formulating Research QuestionsTarozzi, M. (2013). How does my research question come about? the impact of funding agencies in formulating research questions. The Qualitative Report, 18(51), 1-11. Retrieved from http://ezproxy.lakeheadu.ca/login?url=http://search.proquest.com/docview/1505318125?accountid=11956
- Research questions, hypotheses and objectivesFarrugia, P., B.ScN., Petrisor, Bradley A,M.Sc, M.D., Farrokhyar, Forough,M.Phil, PhD., & Bhandari, Mohit,M.D., M.Sc. (2010). Research questions, hypotheses and objectives. Canadian Journal of Surgery, 53(4), 278-281. Retrieved from http://ezproxy.lakeheadu.ca/login?url=http://search.proquest.com/docview/749239979?accountid=11956
- Understanding Research. Research Questions and HypothesesConnelly, L. M. (2015). Understanding Research. Research Questions and Hypotheses. MEDSURG Nursing, 24(6), 435-436.
Components of a Research Paper
Literature Review - A critical review of the literature written on your topic.
Examples of Literature Review:
Devlin, C. A., & Smeltzer, S. C. (2017). Temporary perioperative tobacco cessation: A literature review. AORN Journal, 106(5), 415-423.e5. doi:10.1016/j.aorn.2017.09.001
Annotated Bibliography - A list of journal articles, books and grey literature on your topic. Evaluation of these items are included in the bibliography
Example of Annotated Bibliography:
Position Paper
What is a Position Paper?
A written statement of views, attitudes or intentions. The US term originated in the 1960s and has its chief application in business and politics.*
(2009). Position paper. In Ayto, J., & Crofton, I. (Eds.), Brewer's Dictionary of Modern Phrase & Fable. : Chambers Harrap Publishers. Retrieved 4 Apr. 2022, from https://www.oxfordreference.com/view/10.1093/acref/9780199916108.001.0001/acref-9780199916108-e-6390.