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RES211: Introduction to Research and Evidence-Based Practice

Topic: Research Paradigm and Design
Date: Sept 6-7, 2023

GROUP ACTIVITY

Worksheet on Research Paradigm

Group Members

Introduction

Research paradigms form the foundation of how we approach and conduct

research in various fields of study. They are the underlying frameworks and
belief systems that guide researchers in defining their research questions,
selecting methodologies, and interpreting their findings. Understanding
research paradigms is essential for anyone engaged in the pursuit of knowledge, as they
shape the way we perceive the world and generate new insights.

Activity 1: Creating Research Title Based on the Research Design

Instruction

Using your topic last session, create a title based on the research design provided below.
Please take note of the useful tips in drafting a good title for your paper.

Checklist/useful tips for drafting a good title for a research paper

The title needs to be simple and direct
It should be interesting and informative
It should be specific, accurate, and functional (with essential scientific “keywords” for
indexing)
It should be concise, precise, and should include the main theme of the paper
It should not be misleading or misrepresentative
It should not be too long or too short (or cryptic)
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It should avoid whimsical or amusing words

It should avoid nonstandard abbreviations and unnecessary acronyms (or technical
jargon)
Title should be SPICED, that is, it should include Setting, Population, Intervention,
Condition, End-point, and Design
Place of the study and sample size should be mentioned only if it adds to the scientific
value of the title
Important terms/keywords should be placed in the beginning of the title
Descriptive titles are preferred to declarative or interrogative titles
Source: Tullu M. S. (2019). Writing the title and abstract for a research paper: Being concise,
precise, and meticulous is the key. Saudi journal of anesthesia, 13(Suppl 1), S12–S17.
https://doi.org/10.4103/sja.SJA_685_18

Examples of Research Title

Quantitative Design

Musculoskeletal injuries in athletes from five modalities: a cross-sectional study

Reference: Goes, R.A., Lopes, L.R., Cossich, V.R.A. et al. Musculoskeletal injuries in
athletes from five modalities: a cross-sectional study. BMC Musculoskelet Disord 21, 122
(2020). https://doi.org/10.1186/s12891-020-3141-8

Musculoskeletal pains among amateur and professional athletes of five disciplines in

Senegal: a preliminary study

Reference: Malam Moussa Ahmet, H., Bika Lele, E.C., Guessogo, W.R. et al.
Musculoskeletal pains among amateur and professional athletes of five disciplines in
Senegal: a preliminary study. BMC Musculoskelet Disord 24, 210 (2023).
https://doi.org/10.1186/s12891-023-06275-3

Qualitative Design

Experiences of physical therapists during the COVID-19 pandemic: an interpretive

phenomenological analysis

Reference: Campo, M., Hyland, M., & Hansen, R. (2023). Experiences of physical
therapists during the COVID-19 pandemic: an interpretive phenomenological analysis.
Physiotherapy theory and practice, 39(2), 369–383.
https://doi.org/10.1080/09593985.2021.2021576
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Health Care Professionals’ Experiences in Telerehabilitation: Qualitative Content Analysis

Reference: Qvarfordt, M., Nilsson, E., & Nilsson, L. (2023). Health Care Professionals'
Experiences in Telerehabilitation: Qualitative Content Analysis. JMIR human factors, 10,
e40690. https://doi.org/10.2196/40690

Scoping Review

Scoping Review of Telehealth for Musculoskeletal Disorders: Applications for the COVID-
19 Pandemic

Reference: Bucki, F. M., Clay, M. B., Tobiczyk, H., & Green, B. N. (2021). Scoping Review
of Telehealth for Musculoskeletal Disorders: Applications for the COVID-19 Pandemic.
Journal of manipulative and physiological therapeutics, 44(7), 558–565.
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jmpt.2021.12.003

Telemedicine Guidelines in South East Asia—A Scoping Review

Reference: Sabrina, Intan & Defi, Irma Ruslina. (2021). Telemedicine Guidelines in South
East Asia—A Scoping Review. Frontiers in Neurology. 11. 581649.
10.3389/fneur.2020.581649.

Task: You can now go to your group and start drafting your title.

Qualitative Research Design Title

Quantitative Research Design Title

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Activity 2: Appropriate Design for your topic

Research design is the roadmap that guides researchers from the formulation of research
questions to the collection and analysis of data and ultimately to the interpretation and
dissemination of findings. Therefore, selecting an appropriate research design that suits
the unique characteristics and requirements of a given topic is essential for conducting
meaningful, credible, and impactful research.

Task: Collaborate with your groupmate and decide the most

appropriate design for your topic of choice.

Tentative Research
Title

Proposed Research
Design (Qualitative,
Quantitative, Scoping
Review)
Justification (Justify
why the chosen
research design is
appropriate with your
title/ topic)
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Congratulations on finishing this module! See you next session!

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