My experience with researching, organizing, and writing my formal report draft, as well as reviewing my peer’s work, has taught me a great deal about the research process and the effort required to produce a high-quality report. Throughout this experience, I have gained a deeper appreciation for the importance of topic selection, planning, and flexibility.
One of the most valuable lessons I learned is the significance of selecting an appropriate topic. It is crucial to choose a topic that is both interesting and feasible, allowing you to commit to the research process and achieve meaningful results. For my report, I chose the task of encouraging TWU students to exercise at the City Center Community Center. It required a thorough research design, including survey questions and marketing recommendations. To ensure that I stayed on track, I developed a detailed timeline that reflected my research’s progress.
Furthermore, I realized that research is a process, and it requires careful planning, research methods study, and support from relevant organizations and individuals. It is also important to anticipate possible issues and have contingency plans in place, especially when multiple parties are involved. In my case, the survey did not go as planned due to TWU’s late dissemination, resulting in a small sample size. However, I modified my research methods to achieve more robust outcomes.
When it came time to write my formal report, I initially struggled to put my research into a cohesive and informative document. However, using the framework recommended by my instructor, I created a detailed outline that helped me stay organized and focused during the report-writing process.
Finally, the peer review process allowed me to consolidate a more collaborative attitude and empathy towards others’ work. It also exposed me to different research approaches, such as topic selection, audience identification, and research methods. These insights will prove beneficial in future research projects.
Overall, my experience with researching, organizing, and writing a formal report has taught me that this process can be challenging yet rewarding. It requires careful planning, flexibility, and the ability to adjust to unexpected obstacles. By applying the lessons learned during this experience, I feel better prepared to tackle future research projects with confidence.