Process of writing dissertation | Mind Map

1. Introduction

Establish the research topic

Sets the scene

Narrow down the focus.

Define the scope of the research.

Provides rationale

Clearly state research questions and objectives

2. Literature reviews

Collecting Sources

Book

Journal articles

Historical records

Critically evaluating and analysing each sources

Drawing connections between them

Themes

Conflicts

Patterns

Gaps

Coherent structure and argument that leads to a clear basis or justification for own research

Addresses a gap in the literature

Takes a new theoretical or methodological approach to the topic

Advances a theoretical debate

Proposes a solution to an unresolved problem

3. Methodology

The overall approach and type of research

Qualitative

Quantitative

Experimental

Ethnographic

Methods of collecting data

Loud

Clear

Eye contact

Body language

Details of where, when, and with whom the research took place

Funny

Calm

Light-hearted

Tools and materials used and design assumption

Attire

Manner

Punctual

6. Conclusion

Interview

Prepared

Notes

Early

Time

Food

Concentration

Energy

Before

Preparation

Hydration

Answers

Attitude

Recite

5. Discussion

Sport

Football

Leadership

Communication

Professional

Business

World

Events

Politics

Economy

Law

Hobbies

Cooking

Attention to detail

Organized

Multi-tasking

Reading

Analyzed

Creative

Technology

Meticulous

Growth

Computer

4. Results and Findings