Business research process is unique in that it may be tailored to individual types of organizations and their needs. For example, business research for a large, multinational pharmaceutical company would have slightly different needs than that a local fast-food franchise group. However, there are six basic steps that most every business research project should cover:
Appraisal -- Before any research can be done, it is important to do an honest assessment of the organization. The business needs to know where it is in terms of fiscal strength or weakness, what kinds of human and other resources are available, and what its goals are.

Competitive Analysis -- Identifying the competitive landscape is important and can be done through secondary research; market share, market sales, number of employees, and key strengths. This can usually be done through the Internet, using secondary or, in large organizations, their own annual reports.

Customer Analysis- It is vital to…...

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One business research method that has been used to good effect by some companies is the data envelope analysis methodology developed by Charnes and his colleague (1978, cited in Marcoulides at p. 122). According to Marcoulides (1998), "This method is used to evaluate the relative efficiency of a set of decision-making units (DMUs)" (p. 122). The term "decision making unit" was coined by Charnes and his associates to describe a set of homogeneous units, each of which uses a common set of inputs to produce a common set of outputs as shown in Figure 2 below.

Figure 2. Graphical illustration of a set of DMUs each using a common set of inputs {1, 2,..., I} to produce a common set of outputs {1, 2,..., }.

Source: Marcoulides, p. 123.

Some examples of decision-making units include the collection of similar firms, departments, or other organizational units and typical DMUs can be comprised of group…...

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Cooper, C.L. & Robertson, I.T. (eds.). (1990). International review of industrial psychology. Chichester: John Wiley.

Dennis, C., & Harris, L. (2002). Marketing the e-business. London: Routledge.

Fraenkel, J.R. & Wallen, N.E. (2001). Educational research: A guide to the process. Mahwah, NJ: Lawrence Erlbaum Associates.

Marcoulides, G.A. (1998). Modern methods for business research. Mahwah, N.J: Lawrence Erlbaum Associates.

" Moreover, users can contact Lynn Tracey with any questions related to the content contained on the Webs site, which increases the author's credibility.
The content contained on the Web site is presented in a unique way. Much of the Web site is for students who need to look up their course syllabi. Assignments, readings, and other classroom materials are also offered by Tracey on her Web site. There is no fee to access the site and registration is not required. Materials are presented in multiple formats including PDF files and text files too. The material is also updated regularly and navigation around the Web site is easy because it is a simple and straightforward site to use.

5. Summary of Learning Experiences

The internet research analysis encourages students to think more critically about the Web sites they visit and the information they read while online. Not all Web sites contain quality information…...

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References

AACC Library Guides: The Research Process." Retrieved Feb 19, 2008 at  http://libguides.aacc.edu/content.php?pid=5232 

Tracey, Lynn. "Lynn Tracey's Home Page." AACC. Retrieved Feb 19, 2008 at  http://ola4.aacc.edu/ljtracey/Default.htm 

USM Libraries: Research Guides: Evaluating Web Resources." University of Southern Maine. Retrieved Feb 19, 2008 at  http://library.usm.maine.edu/research/researchguides/webevaluating.html

In short, kids are no longer getting exercise simply by being kids.
Part II: Summary and answer of research questions

he advantage of the author's approach is that she does not merely target 'childhood obesity' as a vague concept, but specifically targets one aspect of children's lifestyles today that has changed in the past and is a likely component of the obesity epidemic. She targets issues educators can have a concrete impact upon, such as PE classes and the ways children can commute to school.

he researcher surveyed the previous prevalence and decline of PE classes, the increase of sedentary leisure activities, and also the fears of parents that prevent children from commuting to school by foot or by bike. In the literature review, the author examines how minorities, because of fears of community safety and budgetary cuts in PE programs, have been disproportionately hit by the obesity crisis. he harm done…...

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The researcher surveyed the previous prevalence and decline of PE classes, the increase of sedentary leisure activities, and also the fears of parents that prevent children from commuting to school by foot or by bike. In the literature review, the author examines how minorities, because of fears of community safety and budgetary cuts in PE programs, have been disproportionately hit by the obesity crisis. The harm done to minorities is not simply physical. In one study she cites that physically fit children perform better on cognitive tests as well tests of health, which suggest the disparities in access to school physical fitness programs has hidden societal and personal costs to unfit children.

Her research begins with a physiological study of childhood needs for activity, and then examines feasible policy goals and benchmarks to set. Specifically, modifying school PE is essential so that activity is increased to increase resting heart rate, rather than just assume that activity comes from providing the class. The "most promising evidence for intervening in the area of physical education is a recent report demonstrating that even slight increases in school PE can reduce the number of children classified as overweight" (Mejia 2005:5). One controlled study found that a "mere 1-hour increase in physical education per week resulted in a 31% drop in BMI among overweight and at-risk girls in first grade (Mejia 2005:5) Also of importance is the finding of a broader study that "modifying the PE curriculum is universally effective-across racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic status, with girls and boys, and in urban as well as rural settings" (Mejia 2005: 9).

The author uses existing literature to make a convincing case for the need and efficacy of increased PE education, provided it is done in a way that all children, even the unfit feel included, and children keep moving throughout the period. (Sports involving continuous movement like soccer, for example, are more effective than baseball, given the relatively short span of time allocated to school periods). She makes effective use of the process of identifying research problems that are feasible for examination by using concrete, measurable tools to evaluate physical health, like children's BMI index. A functional research question and hypothesis must focus on measurable results, and the stress upon physical measures of childhood health is necessary to demonstrate the relevance of the research and the accuracy of the conclusions. Thus the overall function or purpose of this literature review is to justify the need and the value of research into expanded PE programs, to show that PE programs are lacking overall in America -- and above all, to explain what can be done about this matter.

As far as the research methods are concerned, they can be grouped in three categories: exploratory (it identifies a new problem), constructive (it creates a new solution) and empirical (it tests the efficacy of a solution that already exists) (Wikipedia Online Encyclopedia).
There are two types of research that best suit the purpose of Funky Threads: the constructive and the empirical ones. The empirical research has the advantage of providing methods that have already been used. Furthermore, it saves time and money. On the other hand, the constructive research may lead to the discovery of an ingenious solution that will boost the sales of the company. The Asia Pacific region market is a huge one and it represents a very big sale potential. An innovative or at least a different approach to marketing fashion items on this market, with the help of the Internet might turn Funky Threads into a…...

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Social esearch
Define "esearch"

Social esearch process

Practice of Social esearch

Potential area for Growth, Development, and Learning

Define "esearch":

The process of research is scientific and systematic in order to obtain new facts and findings for a specific subject. It is also regarded as a systematic approach towards gaining knowledge. The inquest wasted in human nature is the primary reason for conducting research to find the desired information (May, 2011). The research activity is academic in nature and it is associated with definition and redefinition of the issues, drawing inferences, and later providing solutions for these problems.

According to Bryman (2012) the research is also an activity performed in the search of knowledge from unknown towards the known state. The human desire to discover new ideas, theories, and conclusions are the primary instigators of research. The research facilitates to reach the actual state of the issue through systematic and academic application of assumptions, questioning the critical…...

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Banister, P. (2011). Qualitative methods in psychology: A research guide. USA: McGraw-Hill International.

Bryman, A. (2012). Social research methods.UK: OUP Oxford.

May, Tim. Social Research: Issues, Methods and Research. USA: Open university press, 2011.

Discussion: Starting the Research ProcessCases of mental health disorders amongst adults and adolescents in my community have increased significantly in the last one year. Various studies have been conducted on the impact of mental illnesses at the community level. For instance, in a study that examined the rate of mental disorders among adults and children at the community level, Healthy People (2020) predicted that 1 in 17 adults had a serious mental illness while 1 in 4 adolescents had mental health disorders within the last one year - the most common disorders being depression or anxiety. On the other hand, one in five children had attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). The said data proves that mental illness is a major problem. This is an indication that current interventions have failed to address gaps between practice and evidence on the prevention front.Physical health of individuals with mental health disorders tend to…...

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References

Ahmed, H. U. (2014). The Role of Research in the Prevention of Mental Disorders. Trends in Psychiatry Psychother, 36(1).  https://doi.org/10.1590/2237-6089-2014-1000 

Healthy People (2020). Mental Health.  https://www.healthypeople.gov/2020/leading-health-indicators/2020-lhi-topics/Mental-Health/determinants 

American Psychiatric Association’s Task Force on Research Ethics (2006). Ethical Principles and Practices for Research Involving Human Participants with Mental Illness. Psychiatric Services, 57(4), 552-557.

Rudestam and Newton's wheel of research is very appropriate in the larger scheme of learning and understanding new knowledge. Since any valuable systematic approach to knowledge ultimately leads to wisdom, which in turn leads to new questions, that require new answers. Much like a wheel or a circle the revolutions are orbital in nature and any investigation along these lines will return to the point of origin which is mystery and curiosity. Fortunately, as you expressed there are no single best means of traversing this circular path.
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In responding to your personal choice for a premise, I applaud your decision making methods to reach your conclusions. I feel that solving local problems is very important and this approach makes the most sense in almost all cases in economic and effectiveness terms. Your comments on the three step dissertation process is clear and concise and you made your points with an…...

1. Discuss your process for conducting a search. What resources will you use to explore the literature in your field and how will you evaluate the quality of the articles selected? My field of interest at the doctoral level is on how people with different personalities can work together to achieve organizational goals. Conducting research on my topic requires creative and critical thinking. I will be able to use the resources available at the university library, both digital or online sources, as well as print sources. All peer-reviewed sources that appear in academic or scholarly journals will be preferable to sources from websites, but occasionally I may initiate my academic inquiry with cursory online searches. Online searches can sometimes stimulate my creativity and show me what subject areas I can investigate later. For example, my research might lead me to articles in the field of personality psychology, trait theories of leadership,…...

obtained from this course, there are several different ways for conducting research that a researcher can choose from. While the research question is the major factor that drives the research methodology, the selection of a research method for a specific study also requires consideration of other factors. This is a major issue in the research field because researchers continue to struggle in identifying the most suitable methodology for a study. In essence, one of the major questions when conducting a research is, "What is the most suitable research methodology for the study?" This question is significant because of the role research methodology plays in generating credible and accurate results. According to Holden (2004), research methodology affects the study results and how conclusions are derived from the research findings.
When making decisions regarding the most suitable methodology for the study, one of the most important considerations for the research is the…...

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Holden, M.T. (2004). Choosing the Appropriate Methodology: Understanding Research Philosophy. Retrieved from Waterford Institute of Technology website:  http://repository.wit.ie/1466/1/Choosing_the_Appropriate_Methodology_Understanding_Research_Philosophy_ (RIKON_Group).pdf

Williams, L. (2010, January 1). 7 Research Challenges (And How to Overcome Them). Retrieved from Walden University website:  https://www.waldenu.edu/connect/newsroom/publications/articles/2010/01-research-challenges

Criminal justice researchers are usually faced with numerous anecdotal data that is supported with relatively little to no empirical support. In order to effectively explore nuances of the issues that face the society with regards to law enforcement, criminal justice researchers tend to rely on empirical data, which is considered useful. The dependence on empirical data in criminal justice is evident in the fact that most of the existing criminology journals are quantitative as compared to qualitative studies (Jacques, 2014). Empirical research data is data obtained from direct and indirect observation of a complex social issue whereas anecdotal data is data obtained from someone else's observation or experience of an issue. In the criminal justice field, empirical research data is used to inform evidence-based practices in this field because it's based on well-designed analytical approaches and studies. In some cases, empirical research evidence is used to confirm anecdotal data as…...

knowledge is so vast that no one really knows everything. One often discovers that what they know about something is not accurate or utterly wrong (Taflinger, 2011).
Research is normally conducted for two main reasons, i.e., to learn the facts around a phenomenon or to collect evidence. When one conducts research to learn about something, it is for their personal gain. The learning process is a continuous one in life. One cannot stop learning. Whatever new information you encounter constitutes some form of learning. It may be the data about your favourite rugby player or the relativity theory. Research, on its part, is a systematic form of learning. It is organized. Research entails a special focus on something to add to your knowledge base. One may peruse through the Scientific American for the latest research news on quantum mechanics or check the sports page for the results of last night's…...

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Ethics in esearch
For organizations of all types, the last three decades have been crucial in changing the manner in which organizations interact with each other, stakeholders, the government, and themselves. Most of these changes occurred because of the evolution of globalization, which after the Cold War, increased cooperation between nations and regions while, at the same time, increased stakeholder expectations, opened hundreds of new markets, and now requires that organizations operate on a new level. Particularly after the Enron scandal, stakeholders expect more transparency and honesty from organizations. In fact, a recent survey found that 74% want to know more about the ethical stance and nature of a company prior to purchasing from them. At the same time, 92% of FTSE 100 companies provide no metrics, benchmarks, or quantitative measurements within their annual report (Suter, 2012).

Because of advances in technology and communication, this has also bled over into how businesses…...

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Gutman and Thompson. (2004). Why Deliberative Democracy. Princeton NJ: Princeton University Press.

Leedy, P., & Ormrod, J. (2009). Practical Research: PLanning and Design. New York: Prentice Hall.

Robson, C. (2011). Real World Research: A Resource for Users of Social Research Methods in Applied Settings. New York: Wiley.

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Legal research as Putman and Albright (2014, p. 335) point out "is the part of legal analysis that involves finding the law that applies to the legal question raised by the facts of a client's case." As the authors further point out, there is no magic formula when it comes to the conduction of legal research. There is no 'one best way' of conducting legal research. It is with this in mind that I develop my own three step legal research strategy.
My Three (3) Step Legal esearch Process

Analysis and Planning

As far as legal research is concerned, Elias (2012, p. 69) is of the opinion that one ought to have a clear idea of that which he or she would want to accomplish. In this particular stage, I would concern myself with not only the identification of the case's key facts, but also the establishment of the various legal issues represented…...

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References

Elias, S. (2012). Legal Research: How to Find & Understand the Law (16th ed.). Berkeley, California: Nolo.

Putman, W. & Albright, J. (2014). Legal Research. Stamford, CT: Cengage Learning.

Yelin, A.B. & Samborn, H.V. (2008). The Legal Research and Writing Handbook: A Basic Approach for Paralegals (5th ed.). New York, NY: Aspen Publishers Online.

Sure! Here is a suggested topic for an IBDP Extended Essay in Physics:

Title: Investigating the Efficiency of Renewable Energy Sources: Comparing Solar Panels and Wind Turbines

Abstract: This extended essay aims to investigate the efficiency of two prominent renewable energy sources, namely solar panels and wind turbines. The project will involve a comprehensive analysis of the factors influencing the efficiency of each energy source, including geographical location, weather conditions, and technological advancements. Data will be collected through simulations, experiments, and case studies of existing installations. The findings will contribute to understanding the potential of solar panels and wind turbines as reliable....

I. Introduction
- Definition of abuse against children with special needs
- Importance of addressing this issue
- Thesis statement: Abuse against children with special needs is a serious problem that must be addressed to protect vulnerable individuals in society.

II. Prevalence of abuse against children with special needs
- Statistics on the frequency of abuse in this population
- Types of abuse experienced by children with special needs (physical, emotional, sexual, etc.)

III. Factors contributing to abuse against children with special needs
- Lack of awareness and understanding of special needs
- Communication barriers
- Caregiver stress and lack of support
- Institutional factors (e.g. lack of appropriate services)

IV. Impact....

Sure, here is a properly spaced title for your research study:

Ethical Implications of AI in Society: A Mixed Method Research
If you are looking to conduct a mixed method research study on the ethical implications of AI in society, you may want to consider the various components that make up this topic. This could include both quantitative and qualitative data collection methods, such as surveys, interviews, case studies, and observation. By using a mixed method approach, you can gain a more comprehensive understanding of how AI is impacting society and the ethical considerations that come with it. Additionally, you may....

Here is the explanation of the purpose of questionnaire interview and audio and video recording in research:

Questionnaire Interview:
- The purpose of questionnaire interviews in research is to gather data and information from participants in a structured and standardized manner.
- It helps researchers to collect large amounts of data from a large number of participants efficiently.
- It allows for quantitative analysis and statistical testing of research hypotheses.
- Questionnaire interviews help researchers to understand the opinions, attitudes, behaviors, and characteristics of individuals or groups.

Audio and Video Recording:
- The purpose of audio and video recording in research is....