Chapter 3 Finding, Reading, & Using Research

Reading & Using Research Reviewing previous research Informs us of previous results Allows us to benefit from previous efforts Helps to shape current study Purpose of study may be effected Helps to shape RQ or Hypotheses Provides foundation

2 types of research reports Primary research report Secondary research report

Quantitative primary research reports Title Abstract Introduction Review of Literature

Quantitative primary research reports Con’t Hypotheses Methodology Results Discussion

Where to find research Libraries Public Academic