“If we knew what it was we were doing, it would not be called research, would it?”
~Albert Einstein
Do you think it is important to learn how to conduct research from various sources (online, print, e-resources, interviews, media, etc.) Does it matter? Why or why not? Do you learn new skills when doing this? Is it important to learn how to select a topic, refine your topic, locate and evaluate information on that topic, and convey your research to others? Is it useful to be able to sift through information and create a well reasoned presentation of data that forms a logical conclusion. What about citing sources and giving credit to others? Will these skills be useful in other areas of your life? Can you see yourself writing business reports or giving presentations where the information you share and the way you present it will be extremely important in your professional life? Can you imagine searching for financial or health information and having the ability to successfully navigate the barrage of information available and select only the most reliable, up-to-date, and relevant information for your needs and purposes?
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