Research Aims, Objectives & Research Questions (The Golden Thread) - Definitions + Examples 📚

Learn about the research aims, research objectives and research questions, also known as the Golden Thread. Dr David Phair and Dr Alexandra Shaeffer unpack each of the elements of the golden thread in simple language, along with loads of examples. If you’re new to research and are unsure about how to create suitable research aims, research objectives or research questions, this video is a must-see!

Outline & Overview - The "Golden Thread"
00:00 Introduction
01:08 What is the golden thread
02:38 What is the research aim(s)?
04:25 Examples of research aims
06:34 What is the research objective(s)?
09:02 Examples of research objectives
11:52 What are the research questions?
14:09 Examples of research questions
17:31 How the golden thread is used
18:04 Misaligned aims, objectives and questions (golden thread)
20:42 Why the golden thread is so important
23:52 Wrap up

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