My Index Card: Thinking about good research...

What is the definition of good research?
Good research starts with the solid knowledge base and interest level of the researcher. According to Boete and Biele(2004), "Doctoral students must be scholars before they are researchers.(p.11) Quite often, doctoral students are in a hurry to finish their "course work" and sometimes they do not focus on the nature of research. Being a scholar means taking the time to read and study literature that supports or refutes a given issue or situation.

Boete and Biele(2004) outlined the essential of good research:
"Good research is good because it advances our collective understanding."(p. 12)
a) study the literature on this topic and "build on the existing" knowledge
b) highlight the weakness and strengths of the research
c) doctoral students should be up-to-date on the current literature and debates on issues
d) have knowledge of difference research methods and approaches
e) According to Boete and Biele(2004)individuals engaged in research should master Bloome's Stages of Cognitive Development: comprehension, application, analysis, synth. and evaluation.
f) Asking good questions in order to uncover the truth.
g) Giving time to collect data, test, and analyze