How do you Rate your Research Skills?

Read each statement carefully and place an X in the appropriate column. Try to be objective and honest in
your answers.

Very Little Much Very

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1 I can ask compelling and relevant questions that can be X
researched.
2 I use all my senses to notice relevant details. X
3 I am curious to know about the current trends related to X
my work.
4 I am able to develop a plan of action to find out necessary X
information.
5 I know how to gather information from a variety of first- X
and second-hand sources.
6 I collect information from reliable online journals and X
other research e-databases.
7 I can describe and record observations by note-taking and X
writing statements.
8 I ensure that the acknowledgement is given to the source X
of my information.
9 I can construct a survey questionnaire. X
10 I know how to validate a research instrument. X
11 I know how to identify a research sample from a set X
population.
12 I am able to sort and categorize information in tables, X
timelines, graphs, and diagrams.
13 I have experience in conducting focus group discussions. X
14 I am familiar with statistical tools to use to test X
hypotheses.
15 I know how to be an active listener during an individual X
interview.
16 I can code interview data and draw out themes. X
17 I know how to draw conclusions from relationships and X
patterns that emerge from organized data.
18 I can effectively communicate what has been learned. X
19 I am familiar with the rules about technical writing. X
20 I have the ability to write reports in a professional manner. X
21 I have the skills to disseminate information to target X
groups through various social media.
22 I know how to cite references as per standard procedure. x
23 I am aware of copyrights and plagiarism policy. x
24 I know how to do research work. x
25 I am confident in producing a well-researched work. x