Week 2 - Discussion Question 1
Discuss the similarities between the GCU library online journal and database search engines and public search engines like Google Scholar or Web of Science. Are there some journals or databases that you cannot find? What other resources are available? Would you consider the sources that you find through Google Scholar credible? What defines a scholarly resource? How recent should the resource be to be considered valid?
Week 2 - Discussion Question 2
Compare and..
Week 3 - Discussion Question 1
Describe common methods for gathering data and evidence in businesses research. Since data and evidence can come from many different sources in business research, how do you determine if a source is valid and reliable?
Week 3 - Discussion Question 2
Compare and contrast the role of case studies, focus groups, and interviews in business research projects. Which method is most effective for gathering information for your business research plan?..
Week 4 - Discussion Question 1
How is ethics defined in research and why is it important? Discuss two different ways in which ethics can be compromised when conducting, using, and reporting data. Describe strategies that can be implemented to ensure credibility and reliability of business research reports.
Week 4 - Discussion Question 2
What is an ethical dilemma? Provide an example of an ethical dilemma that could occur in your research project as you are using and reporting data. Discuss h..
Week 5 - Discussion Question 1
Discuss the various parts of a journal article. Which parts are most helpful in determining if the paper is useful for research? Which are least helpful?
Week 5 - Discussion Question 2
Why is a visual analysis important in communicating findings in a business research paper or proposal? Give an example of a visual analysis that would be appropriate for your paper and presentation. Describe acceptable report page design methods to make your paper or presentation..
Week 6 - Discussion Question 1
Describe two strategies for developing clarity and conciseness in communication. Discuss some problems that could occur when the peer-review process "breaks down."
Week 6 - Discussion Question 2
Discuss the value of peer reviews in business research. Why is a peer review important in a project that utilizes business research for planning?..
Week 7 - Discussion Question 1
Compare and contrast the types and applications of oral and visual presentation. Describe which applications you will be using for your presentation. Discuss why you are choosing these methods, and why they will be best for your audience.
Week 7 - Discussion Question 2
Describe a "best practice" for designing effective written, visual, and oral presentation materials to share with organizational stakeholders. Discuss what tools or strategies to use during a pre..
Week 8 - Discussion Question 1
Describe the role of business research in promoting continuous improvement in health care organizations. Discuss the parameters of using business research to make changes or decisions in a health care environment or organization.
Week 8 - Discussion Question 2
Discuss two potential obstacles to implementing the plan you outlined in your research paper. What strategies would you initiate to overcome these obstacles? Reflecting on what you have learned, what chan..