Literature Syntheis 101How To Synthesise The Existing Research (With Examples)By: Derek Jansen (MBA) | Expert Reviewer: Eunice Rautenbach (DTech) | August 2023ne of the most common mistakes that students make when writing a literature review is...
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The Essential Components of a Literature Review
Literature Review: 3 Essential IngredientsThe theoretical framework, empirical research and research gapBy: Derek Jansen (MBA) | Reviewer: Eunice Rautenbach (DTech) | July 2023riting a comprehensive but concise literature review is no simple task....
MLA 9 Formatting: How To Format Your Paper For MLA
MLA 9th Edition FormattingA Simple, Step-by-Step Guide + Free TemplateBy: Derek Jansen (MBA) | Reviewer: Eunice Rautenbach (DTech) | July 2023ormatting your paper in MLA style can feel like a pretty daunting task. In this post, we'll show you...
APA 7 Formatting: How To Set Up Your Student Paper
APA 7th Edition FormattingA Simple, Step-by-Step Guide + Free TemplateBy: Derek Jansen (MBA) | Reviewer: Eunice Rautenbach (DTech) | June 2023ormatting your paper in APA 7th edition can feel like a pretty daunting task, and understandably so. In...
Research Proposal Essentials: 5 Critical Dos & Don’ts
Writing Your Research Proposal5 Things You Need To Keep Top Of MindBy: Derek Jansen (MBA) | Reviewer: Eunice Rautenbach (DTech) | June 2023riting a high-quality research proposal that “sells” your study and wins the favour (and approval) of your...
Research Philosophy & Research Paradigms
What Is Research Philosophy?Positivism, Interpretivism & Pragmatism - Explained SimplyBy: Derek Jansen (MBA) | Reviewer: Eunice Rautenbach (DTech) | June 2023esearch philosophy is one of those things that students tend to either gloss over or...
Logos, Ethos & Pathos: The Rhetorical Triangle
What Are Logos, Pathos & Ethos?A straight-forward explainer (with examples)By: Derek Jansen (MBA) | Reviewer: Eunice Rautenbach (DTech) | June 2023f you spend any amount of time exploring the wonderful world of philosophy, you’re bound to run into...
Research Methodology Example: Full Walkthrough
Research Methodology ExampleDetailed Walkthrough + Free Methodology Chapter Templatef you're working on a dissertation or thesis and are looking for an example of a research methodology chapter, you've come to the right place. In this video, we...
Literature Review Example/Sample: Full Walkthrough
Literature Review Example/SampleDetailed Walkthrough + Free Literature Review Templatef you're working on a dissertation or thesis and are looking for an example of a strong literature review chapter, you've come to the right place. In this video,...
How To Find A Research Gap: Step-By-Step Process
How To Find A Research Gap, QuicklyA step-by-step guide for new researchersBy: Derek Jansen (MBA) | Reviewer: Eunice Rautenbach (DTech) | April 2023f you’ve got a dissertation, thesis or research project coming up, one of the first (and most...
Research Proposal Example/Sample: Full Walkthrough
Research Proposal Example/SampleFull Walkthrough + Free Proposal Templatef you're getting started crafting your research proposal and are looking for a few examples of research proposals, you've come to the right place. In this video, we walk you...
Research Design 101: Qualitative & Quantitative
What Is Research Design?A Plain-Language Explainer (With Examples)By: Derek Jansen (MBA) | Reviewers: Eunice Rautenbach (DTech) & Kerryn Warren (PhD) | April 2023avigating the world of research can be daunting, especially if you’re a first-time...
Research Constructs 101: What You Need To Know
Research Constructs 101Constructs, Validity & Reliability - Explained SimplyBy: Derek Jansen (MBA) | Expert Reviewed By: Eunice Rautenbach (DTech) | March 2023avigating the world of academic research can be overwhelming, especially if you’re new to...
The Research Problem & Problem Statement
The Research Problem & StatementWhat they are & how to write them (with examples)By: Derek Jansen (MBA) | Expert Reviewed By: Eunice Rautenbach (DTech) | March 2023f you’re new to academic research, you’re bound to encounter the concept of a...
Theoretical Framework vs Conceptual Framework
Theoretical vs Conceptual FrameworkWhat they are & how they’re different (with examples)By: Derek Jansen (MBA) | Reviewed By: Eunice Rautenbach (DTech) | March 2023If you’re new to academic research, sooner or later you’re bound to run into the...
Narrative Analysis Explained Simply (With Examples)
What Is Narrative Analysis?A plain-language explainer - with examples.By: Ethar Al-Saraf (PhD)| Expert Reviewed By: Eunice Rautenbach (DTech) | March 2023f you’re new to research, the host of qualitative analysis methods available to you can be a...
Research Topics & Ideas: Politics
Research Topics & Ideas: Politics100+ Politics-Related Research Ideas To Fast-Track Your Projectinding and choosing a strong research topic is the critical first step when it comes to crafting a high-quality dissertation or thesis. If you've landed...
Research Topics & Ideas: Environmental Sciences
Research Topics & Ideas: Environment100+ Environmental Science Research Topics & Ideasinding and choosing a strong research topic is the critical first step when it comes to crafting a high-quality dissertation, thesis or research project. Here,...
Research Topics & Ideas: Healthcare
Research Topics & Ideas: Healthcare100+ Healthcare Research Topic Ideas To Fast-Track Your Projectinding and choosing a strong research topic is the critical first step when it comes to crafting a high-quality dissertation, thesis or research...
Research Topics & Ideas: Computer Science
Research Topics & Ideas: CompSci & IT50+ Computer Science Research Topic Ideas To Fast-Track Your Projectinding and choosing a strong research topic is the critical first step when it comes to crafting a high-quality dissertation, thesis or...
Research Topics & Ideas: Business & Management
Research Topics & Ideas: Business50+ Management Research Topic Ideas To Fast-Track Your Projectinding and choosing a strong research topic is the critical first step when it comes to crafting a high-quality dissertation, thesis or research project....
Research Topics & Ideas: Nursing
Research Topics & Ideas: Nursing50+ Nursing Research Topic Ideas To Fast-Track Your Projectinding and choosing a strong research topic is the critical first step when it comes to crafting a high-quality dissertation, thesis or research project. If...
Primary, Secondary & Tertiary Sources Explained
Primary, Secondary & Tertiary SourcesWhat they are and how they compare (with examples)By: Derek Jansen (MBA) | Expert Reviewed By: Kerryn Warren (PhD) | January 2023f you’re new to the wild world of research, you’re bound to encounter the terrible...
Research Topics & Ideas: Marketing
Research Topics & Ideas: Marketing50+ Marketing Research Topic Ideas To Fast-Track Your Projectinding and choosing a strong research topic is the critical first step when it comes to crafting a high-quality dissertation, thesis or research project....
Research Topics & Ideas: Psychology
Research Topics & Ideas: Psychology100+ Psychology Topic Ideas To Fast-Track Your Researchf you're starting out on the dissertation or thesis journey for your psychology degree, the very first challenge you'll face is finding a solid research...
Research Topics & Ideas: Education
Research Topics & Ideas: Education170+ Research Ideas To Fast-Track Your Dissertation, Thesis Or Research Projectf you're just starting out exploring education-related topics for your dissertation, thesis or research project, you've come to the...
Variables 101: Independent, Dependent & Control Variables
What (exactly) are research variables?Independent, dependent and control variables and more - explained simply.By: Derek Jansen (MBA) | Expert Reviewed By: Kerryn Warren (PhD) | January 2023f you’re new to the world of research, especially...
Sampling Methods & Strategies 101: What You Need To Know
Sampling Methods & Strategies 101Everything you need to know (including examples)By: Derek Jansen (MBA) | Expert Reviewed By: Kerryn Warren (PhD) | January 2023f you’re new to research, sooner or later you’re bound to wander into the intimidating...
How To Find A Research Gap (Literature Gap)
The Research Gap (Literature Gap)Everything you need to know to find a quality research gapBy: Ethar Al-Saraf (PhD) | Expert Reviewed By: Eunice Rautenbach (DTech) | November 2022f you're just starting out in research, chances are you've heard...
How To Avoid Bias In Your Research
Research Bias 101: What You Need To KnowBy: Derek Jansen (MBA) | Expert Reviewed By: Dr Eunice Rautenbach | September 2022f you're new to academic research, research bias (also sometimes called researcher bias) is one of the many things you need to...
Research Limitations vs Research Delimitations
Research Limitations & DelimitationsWhat they are and how they're different (with examples)By: Derek Jansen (MBA) | Expert Reviewed By: David Phair (PhD) | September 2022f you're new to the world of research, you've probably heard the terms...
Thematic Analysis Basics: 5 Time-Saving Tips
Thematic Analysis 101 6 Time-Saving Tips To Help You Ace Your AnalysisBy: David Phair (PhD) & Amy Murdock (PhD) | September 2022Thematic analysis is an effective method for researchers to derive meaning from large sets of qualitative data. At a basic level, it...
Writing The Methodology Chapter: 5 Time-Saving Tips & Tricks
Writing The Methodology Chapter 5 Time-Saving Tips & ToolsBy: David Phair (PhD) and Amy Murdock (PhD) | July 2022The methodology chapter is a crucial part of your dissertation or thesis – it’s where you provide context and justification for your study's design....
Explainer: Content Review vs Language Editing
What's The Difference? Content Review vs Language Editing & ProofreadingA popular question we receive at Grad Coach is "what's the difference between the content review service and the editing and proofreading service?". Here, we'll explain what each service...
Research Aims, Objectives & Questions: Explained Simply (+ Examples)
Research Aims, Objectives & QuestionsThe "Golden Thread" Explained Simply (+ Examples)By: David Phair (PhD) and Alexandra Shaeffer (PhD) | June 2022he research aims, objectives and research questions (collectively called the “golden thread”) are...
Writing A Literature Review: 5 Time-Saving Tips & Tricks
Writing A High-Quality Literature Review5 Time-Saving Tips & Tools You Should Know AboutBy: David Phair (PhD) and Amy Murdock (PhD) | May 2022ne of the fundamental chapters of any dissertation or thesis is the literature review. However,...
Finding A Research Topic: 5 Time-Saving Tips
Finding A High-Quality Research Topic 5 Practical Time-Saving Tips & HacksBy: David Phair (PhD) & Amy Murdock (PhD) | May 2022It’s no easy task to take on the culminating project of your degree, the dreaded dissertation or thesis. Though it might feel like...
Survey Design 101: 5 Common Mistakes
Dissertation & Thesis Survey Design 101 5 Common Mistakes To Avoid (+ Examples)By: David Phair (PhD) & Kerryn Warren (PhD) | April 2022Surveys are a powerful way to collect data for your dissertation, thesis or research project. Done right, a good survey...
Qualitative Interviews: 5 Costly Mistakes (+ Free Interview Guide)
Qualitative Research 101: Interviewing5 Common Mistakes To Avoid When Undertaking InterviewsBy: David Phair (PhD) and Kerryn Warren (PhD) | March 2022ndertaking interviews is potentially the most important step in the qualitative research process....
Dissertation Introduction: 7 Deadly Mistakes To Avoid
Writing A Dissertation Introduction7 Common (But Costly) Mistakes To Avoid.By: David Phair (PhD) and Alexandra Shaeffer (PhD) | March 2022our dissertation or thesis introduction chapter is critically important as it tells the reader what your study...
The Dissertation Abstract: 5 Costly Mistakes To Avoid
Writing A Dissertation Abstract5 Common (& Costly) Mistakes To Avoid.By: David Phair (PhD) & Peter Quella (PhD) | February 2022riting a quality abstract is important as the abstract tells the reader what to expect in your thesis or...
How To Source A-Grade Resources For Your Literature Review
How To Find A-Grade Literature For ReviewSourcing, Evaluating and OrganisingBy: David Phair (PhD) and Peter Quella (PhD) | January 2022s we’ve discussed previously on our blog and YouTube channel, the first step of the literature review process is...
How To Write The Methodology Chapter
How To Write The Methodology ChapterA plain-language explainer - with practical examples.By: Jenna Crossley (PhD) | Reviewed By: Dr. Eunice Rautenbach | September 2021 (Updated April 2023)o, you’ve pinned down your research topic and undertaken a...
How To Write The Conclusion Chapter: 6 Steps + Examples
How To Write The Conclusion ChapterA Simple Explainer With Examples + Free TemplateBy: Jenna Crossley (PhD) | Reviewed By: Dr. Eunice Rautenbach | September 2021o, you’ve wrapped up your results and discussion chapters, and you’re finally on the...
How To Write The Discussion Chapter: 6 Steps + Examples
How To Write The Discussion ChapterA Simple Explainer With Examples + Free TemplateBy: Jenna Crossley (PhD) | Reviewed By: Dr. Eunice Rautenbach | August 2021f you’re reading this, chances are you’ve reached the discussion chapter of your thesis or...
The Dissertation Results/Findings Chapter (Qualitative)
How To Write The Results ChapterFor Qualitative Studies (Dissertations & Theses)By: Jenna Crossley (PhD). Expert Reviewed By: Dr. Eunice Rautenbach | August 2021o, you’ve collected and analysed your qualitative data, and it’s time to write up...
How To Write The Results/Findings Chapter (Quantitative)
How To Write The Results/Findings ChapterFor Quantitative Studies (Dissertations & Theses)By: Derek Jansen (MBA) | Expert Reviewed By: Kerryn Warren (PhD) | July 2021o, you’ve completed your quantitative data analysis and it’s time to report on...
How To Choose The Right Research Methodology
How To Choose Your Research MethodologyQualitative vs Quantitative vs Mixed MethodsBy: Derek Jansen (MBA). Expert Reviewed By: Dr Eunice Rautenbach | June 2021ithout a doubt, one of the most common questions we receive at Grad Coach is “How do I...
What (Exactly) Is Discourse Analysis?
What (Exactly) Is Discourse Analysis?A Plain-Language Explanation & Definition (With Examples)By: Jenna Crosley (PhD). Expert Reviewed By: Dr Eunice Rautenbach | June 2021iscourse analysis is one of the most popular qualitative analysis techniques...
Writing A Literature Review: 7 Common Mistakes To Avoid
Writing A Literature Review7 Common (And Costly) Mistakes To Avoid ☠️By: David Phair (PhD) | Reviewed By: Dr Eunice Rautenbach | June 2021rafting a high-quality literature review is critical to earning marks and developing a strong dissertation,...