Basics of Academic Research

In this course you will learn the basic knowledge that can make you a good researcher. This course consists of seven modules

Module I

Introduction

What is the research ?

What is the difference between search and research ?

The hallmarks of research ?

What makes a good academic writer ?

Things you can do to become a good writer

Module II

The Scientific Method Steps

The steps

1- Define the problem

2- The research question

3- Literature search

4- The hypothesis

5- Experiments

6- Analysis

7- Inference

The principles of experimental design

Module III

Academic Writing Style

Various rules to make your paper in the academic style

How to use punctuation in your writing

Module IV

Verbs Used in Paper Parts

Paper Parts

Abstract, Introduction, Literature Review, Methods, Results, Discussion, Conclusion, Future work

Module V

The Structure of Research Paper

Paper Parts

Title, Abstract, Keywords, Introduction, Literature Review, Methods, Results, Discussion, Conclusion, Future work

Module VI

How to Make a Grant Proposal

Paper Parts

Title, Introduction, Problem Statement, Objectives, Literature Review, Methodology of Research, Research Plan, Budget, Research Team, References

Module VII

Arrange References

Use Mendeley

Module VIII

Paper Publication

Time of paper publishing

Where we can publish our work ?

Types of publications ?

How to find the suitable journal and submit your article ?

The cases of your manuscript after sending to the journal

Dealing with rejection