What (Exactly) Is A Literature Review?A Plain-Language Explainer + Free TemplateBy: Derek Jansen (MBA) & Kerryn Warren (PhD) | June 2020 (Updated May 2023)f you’re faced with writing a dissertation or thesis, chances are you’ve encountered the...
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Qualitative vs Quantitative Research: How To Choose Your Research Approach
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What (Exactly) Is A Dissertation Abstract?
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What Is Research Methodology? Simple Definition (With Examples)
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What (Exactly) Is A Research Proposal?
What (Exactly) Is A Research Proposal?A Plain-Language Explainer With Examples + Free Template 📝By: Derek Jansen (MBA) | Reviewed By: Dr Eunice Rautenbach | Updated August 2025TL;DR - Research Proposal 101 A research proposal is the plan that explains what you’ll...
What Is a Longitudinal Study (Or Longitudinal Research)?
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What Is A Cross-Sectional Study (Or Cross-Sectional Research)?
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What Is A Research Hypothesis (Or Scientific Hypothesis)?
What Is A Research Hypothesis?A Plain-Language Explainer - With Practical Examples ✨By: Derek Jansen (MBA) | Expert Reviewer: Dr. Eunice Rautenbach (DTech) | Updated March 2025TL;DR - What is a hypothesis? A research hypothesis is a clear, specific and testable...
What (Exactly) Is a Dissertation (Or Thesis)?
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