Research

Research is a process of inquiry to find information to answer questions that span the simple search for facts to the investigative study of complex ideas.

Typically, the research process can involve:

• identifying a research need and defining its scope
• developing a claim, hypothesis, or question
• applying evaluative methods to a variety of information sources
• acknowledging the value of flexibility, persistence in the research process
• creating and communicating new understandings
• reflecting throughout the research process