Research consultancy for postgraduates (MBA, MSc & PhD students). 📧: researchinked@gmail.com Sign up on Thesius (thesius.study)
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Hi MBA, MSc & PhD students,
We provide one-on-one consultations on the followings:
1. How to write a research proposal
2. How to conduct a search for scholarly articles
3. How to develop a literature reading rubric
📧: researchinked@gmail.com
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Hi MBA, MSc, MA and PhD students,
The tweet thread provides a step-by-step explanation on how to identify topmost journal titles in a specific field of research using Google Scholar.
Click step 1 (the 3 parallel bars) to display the icons on the top left corner. Click step 2
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Hi MBA, MSc, and PhD students,
How to use open access thesis and dissertation (OATD) to search for relevant and related thesis. The OATD is the database for over 3.4 million Theses. Explore
Step 1: In the web browser, type oatd.org/
to display the page below.
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Hi MBA, MSc, PhD students,
If you are a prospective or current postgraduate student, do not use one tool for a single purpose. For instance, Google Scholar is a database and versatile tool with multiple functions.
Google Scholar can be used for the following.
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Hi MBA, MSc and PhD students,
How to use Google Scholar to access the most recent articles, sort articles by year, relevance & customize year range.
Type an appropriate generated keyword in the search box to display the circled options. Do not type your topic in the search box.
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Dear Aspiring Scholars,
Free online sessions:
1. Research Proposal: 6th Feb, 2021
2. Searching Skills: 13th Feb, 2021
3. Reading Skills: 20th Feb, 2021
4. Literature Review: 27th Feb, 2021
The link will be sent soon!
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Dear Aspiring Scholars,
Use the @ConnectedPapers tool to conduct systematic search for articles. It is a versatile tool that identify and collate scholarly articles in a fast and efficient manner. connectedpapers.com
#Past3amSquad @OpenAcademics
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Hi MBA, MSc and PhD Students,
The 7 gaps of research are;
1. Evidence gap
2. Knowledge gap
3. Practical knowledge gap
4. Empirical gap
5. Methodology gap
6. Theoretical gap
7. Population gap
@MANCOSA @StellBusSchool @UCTGSB @HenleyBSchool @GIBS_SA
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Dear Aspiring Scholars,
1. Research is a process
2. Research is paying attention to details
3. Research is knowledge enhancement
4. Research is demonstrating the ability to start a task & successfully complete it
Do you lack the aforementioned?
Email:info@researchinked.co.za
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Abstract of a Research Proposal:
i. Purpose of study
ii. What will be done
iii. How it will be done
iv. The potential impact of the study
Abstract of a Thesis:
i. Purpose of study (extensive but succinct)
ii. What was done
iii. How it was done
iv. The salient findings
July Research Proposal Masterclass 📌🚀🔥
Date: 22nd July - 20th August 2023
Duration:
a. 16 hrs in total and limited slots for maximum impact
b. 4 weeks
For enquiries, send an email
📧: researchinked@gmail.com
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Dear Aspiring Scholars,
1. Literature Review is an opportunity to showcase your knowledge of the subject matter.
2. Literature Review is an avenue to narratively present previous solutions to the problem being addressed in the current study.
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Hi MBA, MSc and PhD Students,
How to use Google Scholar icons SAVE, CITE, RELATED ARTICLES.
Whenever you find a related & relevant article on Google Scholar, the circled options (1-5) can be used to optimize your Google Scholar experience.
The thread 🧵
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Dear Aspiring Scholars,
Layouts of an abstract; from general background to implication of results
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What is Literature Review?
"A literature review is a SYSTEMATIC EXAMINATION of the SCHOLARLY literature about ONE'S topic. It CRITICALLY analyzes, evaluates, and synthesizes research findings, theories, and practices by scholars and researchers that are related.........
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Literature Review is NOT
1. An annotated bibliography
2. A presentation of your own ideas, arguments, and
assumptions
3. A position paper
4. A Mirror of the current literature in the field
Reference: WRITING THE LITERATURE REVIEW: A Practical Guide by S E Efron and R Ravid
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Dear Aspiring Students,
THEORETICAL FRAMEWORK:
Theories may describe a specific phenomenon, relationships between or among phenomena, or predict how one phenomenon affects another. Theories can be based on logic, ideas, or belief and empirical evidence.
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Dear Aspiring Scholars,
The key points from yesterday's Twitter Spaces series LITERATURE REVIEW: Rules of a Paragraph
1. A paragraph can be narrative, descriptive, explanatory, comparative, argumentative, or analytical.
2. A paragraph must contain ONLY one point
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All subject databases:
1. Scopus.com
2. Sciencedirect.com
3. core.ac.uk
4. elsevier.com
5. doaj.org
6. scholar.google.com
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Dear Aspiring Scholars,
Research is a process and understanding the process is key to the successful completion of postgraduate studies.
Our services include:
1. Research Proposal
2. Thesis chapters
3. Data Analysis
4. Thesis Editing
Email: info@researchinked.co.za
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Dear Aspiring Scholars,
SURVIVAL TIPS:
1. You must know the topmost journals titles where articles relevant to your research interest are published.
2. You must know the established authorities that published in your area of interest
PS: Google scholar can help with these two
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Dear Aspiring Scholars,
The rule of paragraph in academic writing is such that you address one point per paragraph and it follows this process;
a. The topic sentence
b. Provide an explanation on the topic sentence
c. Give examples to corroborate the topic sentence
d. Conclude
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Hi MBA, MSc and PhD students,
Difference between an abstract of a research proposal and an abstract of a thesis:
The abstract of a research proposal and the abstract of a thesis serve similar purposes which are to provide a brief summary of the research project.
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“A research proposal is a document that describes the essential features of a study to be conducted in the future, as well as the strategy whereby the inquiry may be logically and successfully accomplished.”
Busha & Harter, Research Methods in Librarianship, p. 343.
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Dear Aspiring Scholars,
Thank you for joining. Load shedding crashed the SPACES. Next week, @researchinked will start with LITERATURE REVIEW.
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1. Paragraph structure
2. Types of paragraph
3. Writing a logical paragraph
4. What are linking words?
5. Transitions and their uses
You are welcome
libguides.newcastle.edu.au/c…
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Dear Aspiring Scholars,
Freely access all thesis submitted in South African universities via this link
netd.ac.za/
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Dear Aspiring Scholars,
Research will humble you and academic writing will keep you humbled.
Register and join the free 1 hour online session tomorrow on SEARCHING SKILLS
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Dear Aspiring Scholars,
Please protect your mental, psychological and emotional well-being by all means. It is only the living that does research or obtains a degree upon completion.
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Dear Aspiring Scholars,
Research Proposal:
1. Background/General Introduction
2. Aims and Objectives
3. Research questions
4. Problem statement
5. Research Methodology etc
will all be carefully explained at tonight's TWITTER SPACES. There is always something new to learn
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Dear Aspiring Scholars,
SURVIVAL TIPS:
1. Abstract for a research proposal:
a. What will be done
b. How it will be done
c. The potential impact of the study
2. Abstract of a thesis/Article:
a. What was done
b. How it was done
c. The overall outcome of the study.
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Dear Aspiring Scholars,
Survival Tips:
Every answer to your research/postgraduate study is in the Literature.
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Hi MBA, MSc & PhD Students,
There are 11 types of structured information in scholarly written articles.
1. The introduction has 3
2. The methodology sections has 3
3. The results section has 2
4. The discussions section has 2
5. The conclusion section has 1
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This is what we do:
1. Topic conceptualization
2. Research proposal
3. Literature Review
4. Research Methodology
5. Data analysis
6. Time management
This is how we do it:
One-on-one consultation to guide and mentor you.
Email: info@researchinked.co.za
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Dear Aspiring Scholars,
Research proposal:
In the introduction section of your research proposal, you have one key task; to paint a grim picture of the situation with statistics but within the confinement of your research topic.
Email: info@researchinked.co.za
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Research is a process with dedicated resources for each phase.
Some selected resources on Theoretical and Conceptual Framework.
1.Lester, F. (2005). On the Theoretical, Conceptual and Philosophical Foundations for Research in Mathematics Education. ZDM, 37(6), 457-467.
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Dear Aspiring Scholar,
PLAGIARISM
Plagiarism is promoting and celebrating others at the expense of your own ability and competence. It is a form of false representation of your research skills and undermines your efforts.
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Hi MBA, MSc & PhD students,
Research Topic & Literature Review (LR):
Literature Review is an elaborate but targeted academic exercise and is critical in its analysis and assessment of current relevant & related studies. Literature Review identifies research gaps in order to
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We have started A WEEKLY RESEARCH POWER HOUR SERIES on Twitter Spaces.
For the next few weeks, the focus will be on RESEARCH PROPOSAL. We will provide insights and tips on how to develop an excellent research proposal.
Day: Every Tuesday on Twitter Spaces
Time: 21:00 SAST
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If you need comprehensive guidance on your;
a. RESEARCH PROPOSAL
b. TOPIC CONCEPTUALIZATION ie DEVELOPING your RESEARCH TOPIC
c. LITERATURE REVIEW
d. DATA ANALYSIS.
We will show you an effective strategy.
Send us a DM or email: info@researchinked.co.za
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Dear Aspiring Scholars,
In writing your Literature Review chapter, it is important to develop the skill of consolidating information from different sources. For instance, if 3 authors defined ICT in different context, identify the common denominators and unique difference(s).
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Dear Aspiring Scholars,
The table is set. You are invited. See details on the flyer
ALT Research Proposal Bootcamp organized by @researchinked is an intensive research engagement activity and will entail addressing the unique research challenges of each participant. It is an opportunity you do not want to miss.
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Dear Aspiring Scholars,
There are are least two ways to develop LITERATURE REVIEW:
1. Read to generate Headings and sub-headings and thereafter write
2. Generate Headings and sub-headings and go search for the information to populate the Headings and sub-headings
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Hi MBA, MSc & PhD students,
These are some of our services:
1. How to develop a research proposal
2. How to develop thesis chapters
3. How to write a manuscript
4. Review of research proposal
5. Review of thesis chapters
📧: info@researchinked.co.za OR researchinked@gmail.com
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Dear Aspiring Scholars,
Literature Review is writing a new story from 'old' information. The success of writing a new story is determined by the ability to 'cherry-pick' information and knit them together to constitute a new story. It is a skill!!!
What is your story?
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Research Clinic offers a unique opportunity to enhance your research knowledge and skills in a personalized and interactive setting. It is designed exclusively for postgraduate students like you and will not be generic
To register, click on this link: researchinked.powertrain.clo…
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Dear Aspiring Scholars,
Put on your notification!
Research proposal bootcamp with @Researchinked in October 2022
1. 2 Saturdays
2. 12 hours
3. Post-bootcamp one-on-one engagement
Details (date, anticipated outcome & cost per participant) are coming soon. Stay tuned
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Dear Aspiring Scholars,
ResearchInked invites you to a scheduled
Research Capacity Development free online session:
Topic: SEARCHING SKILLS
Date: Feb 13, 2021
Time: 18:00 (SAST)
Join Zoom Meeting
us02web.zoom.us/j/8561486266…
Meeting ID: 856 1486 2668
Passcode: 469283
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July Research Proposal Masterclass 📌🚀🔥
Date: 22nd July - 20th August 2023
Duration:
a. 16 hrs in total and limited slots for maximum impact
b. 4 weeks
For enquiries, send an email
📧: researchinked@gmail.com
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Dear Aspiring Scholars,
Research Proposal:
Highlights of @researchinked Twitter SPACES
1. Background/General Introduction
a. Pick a 'spot' in relation to the starting point of the story to be told BUT this must be related & relevant to the Topic
#ResearchPowerHour
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Dear Aspiring Scholars,
Weekend nugget:
Research is reading 15 articles to write 2 sentences with 12 references. ✌️
#Past3amSquad @AaronAkpuPhilip @UCTGSB @StellenboschUSB @UCTpostgrads
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Hi MBA, MPA, MSc & PhD students,
Our services:
1. Guide to developing a research proposal
2. Guide to developing thesis chapters
3. Academic reading skills
4. Academic writing skills
5. Review of research proposal
6. Review of thesis chapters
Email: info@researchinked.co.za
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Dear Aspiring Scholars,
COVID-19 has changed the dynamics of online data collection procedure. This is very useful. RT
@NosiphoMakhakhe @think_academics @SMukwakungu
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Resources for doing online qualitative research during Covid-19 – Dr Karen Lumsden thequalitativeresearcher.com…
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Dear Aspiring Scholars,
Please before collecting data, ensure that you check with a data analyst. If you do not have any data analysts, we offer such a service. Do not be in a 'hurry' to collect data that will not allow you to achieve the research objectives or answer questions
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Hi MBA, MSc and PhD Students,
RESEARCH PROPOSAL
A research proposal is a document of "academic intention". The components of a research proposal are uniquely different but all interrelated. It is possible to write vaguely in developing a research proposal.
Thread....🧵
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Testimony alert!!!
'I am pleased to inform you that my proposal was accepted and I am cleared to start the PhD journey officially. I am currently working on my theoretical chapter and really excited about this. Thank you for your review. It cleared my thoughts a lot.' LB
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Hi MBA, MSc & PhD students,
Literature Review is for these purposes.
1. Fault-finding as applicable in the development of a research topic
2. Fact-finding which applies chapters 2 (Literature Review) chapter 3 (theoretical framework)
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In your research, you cannot claim these three things in relation to the existence of articles for your research topic
a. No literature
b. Limited articles
c. Topic is complicated
nitter.app/researchinked/status/1…
#literaturesearch #researchtopic #MBA
Hi MBA, MSc & PhD students,
We provide one-on-one consultations on the followings:
1. How to write a research proposal
2. How to conduct a search for scholarly articles
3. How to develop a literature reading rubric
📧: researchinked@gmail.com
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Summary of today's sessions on Research Proposal.
1. Research proposal is a complete document stating action plan towards completing a research project.
2. It show cases the scope of study, aims and objectives & the questions to be answered.
3. It is explicit, concise & detailed
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Dear Aspiring Scholar,
SURVIVAL TIPS:
You can read an article at least 4 times.
1. Proposal development
2. Literature review chapter
3. Methodology chapter
4. Discussion of findings
Most importantly, you must first read to understand the information in the article.
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Dear Aspiring Scholars,
Use this links to access theses for free.
a. netd.ac.za/ (South African Universities)
b.repository.uel.ac.uk/ (University of East London, UK)
c. oatd.org/ (Global)
#past3amsquad #AcademicTwitter
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Dear Aspiring Scholars,
Postgraduate studies are not only about acquiring degrees. There must be additives through skill development to complement the degrees. The skills must be a self-development strategy. Reason; job advertisement contains both degree and job description.
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SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT
Are you ready to make the most of all your weekends (16 hrs) in June 2023 for RESEARCH PROPOSAL MASTERCLASS? Only 15 postgrad students per cohort
Who:
1. Postgrad students that need to conceptualise a research topic.
OR
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Hi MBA, MSc & PhD students,
We provide one-on-one consultations on the followings:
1. How to write a research proposal
2. How to conduct a search for scholarly articles
3. How to develop a literature reading rubric
📧: researchinked@gmail.com
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Topic Conceptualization:
As a postgraduate student, when an idea hits you, these are the sequence of events/tasks to follow.
1. Identify the central issue to be addressed
2. Develop KEYWORDS
3. Visit scholarly databases for resources
4. From the articles/books, take note the
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Topic Conceptualization:
As you start your pg studies, it is possible that you do not fully understand (emphasis) your research topic? Don’t beat yourself up because the process keeps unfolding with clarity as you make progress.
Talk to us: 👇
researchinked.co.za/
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Hi MBA, MPA, MSc & PhD students,
Our services:
1. Guide to developing a research proposal
2. Guide to developing thesis chapters
3. Academic reading skills
4. Academic writing skills
5. Review of research proposal
6. Review of thesis chapters
Email: info@researchinked.co.za
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Rules of Engagement in Research for Academic Writing
a. Coherence & Logic
b. Structure
c. Flow
d. References
e. Spelling
f. Strength of arguments
g. Grammar, punctuation & tenses
h. Sentences, clarity & choice of words
#past3amsquad, @UCTGSB @StellenboschUSB @OpenAcademics
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Dear Aspiring Scholar,
The role of a Research proposal is to showcase your knowledge, understanding and action plan within a niche area or subject matter. A research proposal does not allow for vague description.
To guide you on a step by step,
Email: info@researchinked.co.za
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Dear Aspiring Scholars,
THESIS:
1. We can edit your Thesis and our minimum turn around time is 7 working days.
2. We can review your Thesis chapters and provide comprehensive feedback before you send it to your supervisor.
Email: info@researchinked.co.za
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Are you currently an MBA, PhD or MA/MSc student?
We provide these research services:
1. Guidance or review of research proposal
2. Guide on developing thesis chapters
3. Review of thesis chapters
4. Data Analysis (qualitative & quantitative)
5. Editing
info@researchinked.co.za
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Dear Aspiring Scholars,
One of the fundamental rules of the literature review is to firstly write down bullet points of areas to be covered. Afterward, expand these bullet points into headings and sub-headings.
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What is your level of readiness for postgraduate study? It starts from the composition of your research proposal.
Are you capable of writing concisely on each of the underlisted components?
a. background to study
b. Research questions
c. Research objectives
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Dear Aspiring Scholars,
In 2020, @researchinked assisted approximately 200 postgraduate students across all levels of study. We are more committed in 2021 to ensure that your postgraduate experience is memorable and rewarding. #Past3amSquad
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Hi MBA, MSc & PhD students,
If you are just starting your postgraduate degree or struggling with any research concept and you need the fundamental knowledge of research, @researchinked is available to guide you through a step-by-step stage.
Email: info@researchinked.co.za
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Hi MBA, MSc and PhD students,
This website grants you free access to over 6 million index theses.
ABOUT OATD
"OATD.org aims to be the best possible resource for finding open-access graduate theses and dissertations published around the world.
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Dear Aspiring Scholars,
Do not forget THE OBJECTIVES of your study;
1. While reading scholarly resources
2. While writing thesis chapters or proposal
3. Choosing research methodology
4. Analysing & discussing results
Join researchinked TWITTER SPACE on Tuesday 31st August 2021
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Dear Aspiring Scholars,
SURVIVAL TIPS:
1. Whatever you write, back it (them) up with appropriate references.
2. Your sentences, Keep them (It) Short and Simple (KISS)
3. Do not write and expect your reader to know what you implied.
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Dear Aspiring Scholar,
Topic: LITERATURE REVIEW
Date: Feb 27, 2021
Time: 18:00 (SAST)
Register in advance for this meeting:
us02web.zoom.us/meeting/regi…
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
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Dear Aspiring Scholars,
Research is a process and understanding the process is key to the successful completion of postgraduate studies.
Our services include:
1. Research Proposal
2. Thesis chapters
3. Data Analysis
4. Thesis Editing
Email: info@researchinked.co.za
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Dear Aspiring Scholars,
Every research starts with the TOPIC.
The development of a Research Topic is a transition from personal or professional interest to scholarly rooted information. Do you understand your Research Topic?
Email: info@researchinked.co.za
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Dear Aspiring Scholars,
A research proposal must be an academic narrative that provides both general and specific contexts. The narrative must be coordinated, concise & coherent information and align with the research topic.
If you need guidance, email: info@researchinked.co.za
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Dear Aspiring Scholars,
There are 11 distinct categories of information in a Scholarly written article. It starts with REFERENCE TO ESTABLISHED KNOWLEDGE and ends with RECOMMENDATION FOR FUTURE RESEARCH.
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This is so impactful.
Literature Review session: 180 registrant and 140 attendees. Amazing! Thank you all.
@researchinked is ready to assist you. Talk to us (info@researchinked.co.za)
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Dear Aspiring Scholars,
SURVIVAL TIPS:
Be organized! Create folders and label them appropriately to archive your articles and books.
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4.Simon, K.M. & Goes, J. (2011). Developing a Theoretical Framework.
@researchinked offers a range of services including tailor-made guidance and knowledge enhancement one-on-one sessions.
1. Research proposal
2. Literature Review
3. Topic conceptualization
4. Data Analysis
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As a postgraduate student, you must not write a research proposal from "head or professional" knowledge.
If you want to be part of the upcoming research proposal bootcamp, send us a DM or see the pinned tweet for details.
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Dear Aspiring Scholars,
Work hard and work smart!
From Google Scholar, you can easily get and copy the reference style from an article of interest. See the circled icon.
#past3amsquad @UCTpostgrads @StellenboschUSB @UCTGSB @UKZN #AcademicTwitter
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Research Objectives must be concise, achievable, realistic and provide clarity of study
Ref: Annersten, M. and Wredling, R., 2006. How to write a research proposal. European diabetes nursing, 3(2), pp.102-105.
Access👇
drive.google.com/file/d/13c6…
OR
scholar.google.com/scholar?h…
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Dear Aspiring Scholars,
SURVIVAL TIPS
1. You must know how your supervisor works, his average turnaround time to graduate students.
2. Speak to students he/she is supervising to have an idea of his style.
3. Do your due diligence check because it's a long-term relationship.
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Hi MBA, MSc, and Ph.D. students,
This is a Google Scholar demonstration of the potency of KEYWORD. Images 1 & 2 have "Youth" and "Youths" respectively and the circled numbers are the articles generated using the different KEYWORDS. The appropriate use of KEYWORDS is crucial.
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Dear Aspiring Scholars,
SURVIVAL TIPS:
Agree on deadlines with your supervisors and thereafter set your personal deadlines and deliverables!
#Past3amSquad
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Dear Aspiring Scholars,
@researchinked weekly Twitter Spaces on 26th Oct 2021 was focused was on Literature Review: Information Synthesis.
Here are some nuggets on Information Synthesis in Literature Review:
'Looking for ingredients from different sources'
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It was another engaging and interactive session. Reading Skills using the Rhetorical moves tool and thanks to everyone who attended the session.
@researchinked, we use simple and relatable tools to help you understand processes. 🙏
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Research Proposal abstract:
i. Purpose of study
ii. What will be done
iii. How it will be done
iv. Potential impact of the study
Thesis abstract:
i. Purpose of study
ii. What was done
iii. How it was done
iv. The salient findings
Check services👇
Hi MBA, MSc & PhD students,
We provide one-on-one consultations on the followings:
1. How to write a research proposal
2. How to conduct a search for scholarly articles
3. How to develop a literature reading rubric
📧: researchinked@gmail.com
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Hi MBA, MPhil, MSc and PhD students,
Your go-to platforms to look for scholarly resources is strictly the research DATABASES. A brief analogy to explain how the research DATABASE works.
Think of a research DATABASES as shelves in a groceries store. The shelves are arranged
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Research Proposal:
It is possible to develop your research proposal within 6 weeks.
We have the capacity and expertise to guide you.
Email us: info@researchinked.co.za
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Dear Aspiring Scholars,
If you are in a state of confusion about your research proposal, literature review, thesis chapters, data analysis and your manuscript, do not worry. We got you covered.
Email us: info@researchinked.co.za.
We will equip you with the tools you need.
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