The+Research+Process

**THE RESEARCH PROCESS**

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 * 1. Brainstorm your prior knowledge about the problem ||

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 * 2. Make a list of the questions you need to which you need to find answers ||

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 * 3. Assign questions to group members – refer back to the 6Cs of teamwork! ||

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 * 4. Find the answers to the questions using a range of sources. Make sure you look at different courses of action before deciding on one! ||

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 * 5. Document your information (steps 4 and 5 should happen at the same time) ||

|| o What can you do to make a difference? o How do you know that is the best course of action? o Who do you need to help you achieve this? ||  || ||
 * 6. Reflect on your research
 * 7. Synthesis: clearly state the problem are going to address, the solution you have decided upon and write your action plan! ||