Reflecting on a Previous Research Assignment
Unit 2 journal english
You are now engaged in a research project! This can be a very exciting and intimidating process, but you have a great support network to help you.
Take just a moment to think about something you have researched in the past, and describe what that experience was like. What did you research? What were your reasons for researching it? What did you find out about the topic and about yourself? Did you find yourself seeking out primary or secondary sources? What kinds of sources did you use? How did you choose your topic, and what was the result of your research?
Feel free to choose any experience. You do not have to limit yourself to an academic research topic. You might reflect upon research that you did for your job, or you might want to reflect upon a time that you researched a large purchase, such as a new computer or a car.
Your journal entry must be at least 200 words. No references or citations are necessary.
Answer preview
When I reflect on something I have researched in the past, I remember I was quite excited to figure out the role of technology in interactive toys for both boys and girls. In the present day, children are more drawn to toys that perform acts like real-human beings. Since the objective of my research was educating parents about the role of technology in toys, I had to do good research to get solid explanations. Well, my experience was enlightening since I discovered that…
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