Research writing tips
It's time to let your research paper shine!
We have some incredible resources and applications to help you make your research paper stand out from the rest.
Research planning to reduce stress
Life is stressful enough as is! 
We want to give you some tips on how to improve your planning and reduce your stress.
That begins with effective time management and goal setting. Click on this link!
Research Citing Tools
Are you struggling to cite your work? 
We're here to help! Click on this link to download EndNote 20 Referencing Software.
Verbal Data Collection Tools
Interested in learning more about verbal data collection tools?
Simply visit Merensky Library's Research Commons Section for the book "An Introduction to Qualitative Research" by Uwe Flick! It will offer you great insight into verbal data collection. 
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Qualitative Research Tools
Which tools should you use for your qualitative research? 
Check them out by clicking on this link!
Choosing and writing your Research Methodology
Research methodology refers to a set or collection of techniques used in the design of a study to reach credible conclusion. The selection of the research method is crucial in determining the quality and integrity of the results produced. If you are stuck with selecting or writing your research methodology, visit our Research Methods tab for a list of recommended resources.
Research Data Management Plan
Research Data Management is the process of controlling the information generated during a research project. Any research will require some level of data management, and funding agencies are increasingly requiring scholars to plan and execute good data management practices.
For more information, you can click the following links : What it is! & How to create it!
Navigating your ethics submission
Do you want to know how to get ethics clearance?
From understanding POPIA for researchers, to navigating your ethics submission - we're here to help you.
ATLAS.ti statistical software user guide
"Having challenges with using ATLAS. ti statistical software? 
Check out these free user guide tutorial videos!
They cover everything from what's new in ATLAS.ti 22 through to sentiment analysis.
Click here: https://atlasti.com/video-
How to request for statistical softwares
Need help finding software for your statistical analysis? 
We've got you!
Easily find out how to request SPSS, ATLAS.ti, STATA, and Qualtrics by clicking here!
Tips on data analysis
We want to share a few of our top tips on data analysis! 
Begin with the end in mind - know what message you want to get across
Ask questions to reflect on both the research problem to be solved and valid results
Set reasonable expectations & MORE!
Click on the following link: https://library.up.ac.za/c.
Tackling research goals
Do you need help in reaching your research goals?
Check out the external workshops and webinars that will assist in your various research milestones!
click here for more information!
PhD Meme
ThePhDHub (2021)
Referencing can be described as giving credit, with citation, to the source of information used in one’s work. Research is a buildup on what other people have previously done thus referencing helps to relate your own work to previous work. Unacknowledged use and presenting someone else’s ideas as if they were your own can be used to describe plagiarism. The University of Pretoria takes plagiarism very seriously and could lead to the loss of marks or exclusion from the university. Referencing is important for a number of reasons, some of which include:
The library offers support and training for EndNote referencing support software.
Survey sampling made easy
Check out these resources for sampling types and tips using the links below. These will help make survey sampling easy. 
Population & Sample: https://library.up.ac.za/ld.
Applied Survey Sampling by Edward and Johnny Blair: https://UnivofPretoria.on.
Visualising data using Excel
Do you need some guidance on visualising your data using Excel?
Find a training video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?
The training video covers everything from plotting graphs/charts in Excel to formatting and customising graphs. "
Data analysis tips and resources
Are you currently working on data analysis?
Then the Research Commons has some valuable tips and resources to share with you! 
Click here to learn more: https://library.up.ac.za/c.
Building up your article
Wondering how to build up your article?
Check out this helpful guide for assistance on the structure, authorship, title, keywords, abstract, introduction, methods, ethics, results, figures and tables, discussion, conclusion, references and supplementary material.
Click here for the guide: https://library.up.ac.za/ld.
Survey Sampling: Describing the Population Meme
[Accessed : 20 July 2022]
Population Description
Population Units
Setting Population Boundaries
Framing Population Members
Bibliography
Blair, E. and Blair, J., 2014. Applied survey sampling. Sage Publications.
Language editing, formatting and transcribing services
Whether you need assistance with having your data transcribed, formatting your research article or need your thesis or dissertation language edited
Find language practitioners who can help you.
Click here: https://library.up.ac.za/c.php?g=485435&p=3333240#s-lg-box-wrapper-38433041 "
How to conduct a statistical data analysis using SPSS
Want to know how to conduct a statistical data analysis using SPSS?
Check out "Introductory Statistics using SPSS" by Herschel Knapp for a step-by-step guide in SPSS!
Click here to view the procedure for requesting IBM SPSS Software: https://library.up.ac.za/c.
How to cite sources correctly
For this week's tip, our Research Commons team wants to share how you can learn to cite data sources correctly.
How to use heading styles and automatic numbering in Microsoft Word
Let's chat about Microsoft Word! 
For this week's Research Tip, we touch on how you can make use of heading styles and automatic numbering.
Shortcuts in MS Word (Windows and Mac)
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There are no shortcuts in post-graduate studies, but there are in MS Word.
Click here for some shortcuts you could use in MS Word!
How to structure, write and publish an article
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How to structure, write and publish an article 
To ease this process, have a look at these materials that will guide you on these steps!
Open Educational Resources (OERs)
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Check out some Open Educational Resources (OERs) - Yes, they are for FREE! 
Open Educational Resources (OERs) are any type of educational material that is freely available for teachers and students to use, adapt, share, and reuse. Click here!
Conference Presentation
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Are you presenting at a conference soon?
Then make sure you check out our tips on using MS PowerPoint to showcase your research by simply clicking here!
Research Data Cleaning
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Clean, transform and match your data! 
Check out this free open source and powerful tool to arrange your data: OpenRefine!
DISCLAIMER: Please note that the research data must be uploaded onto Figshare!
Research Presentations and Conferences
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Do you intend to present your research at a conference?
Find the Conal and Global directories below for alerts on the possible conferences to attend!
Check out our Research Guide on Conferences and Presentations by clicking here!
Drafting a Quantitative Research Article
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Are you drafting a quantitative research article? Check out these guidelines!
Virtual Appointment
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Need to talk to any of our friendly Research Commons staff?
Feel free to make a virtual appointment with them!
Feeling Overwhelmed ?
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Are you feeling overwhelmed and need to talk to someone? 
Contact the UP care line number on 0800 747 747
Or use these self-help materials from the Student Counselling Unit
Academic Writing Skills
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Improve your academic writing skills! Have a look at these quick tips, principles and resources.
Are you learning how to use R programming language?
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Are you learning how to use R programing language?
Find these useful resources to simplify your learning path
Softwares for writing support
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For this week's Research Tip, the Research Commons would like to share these softwares that offer writing support!
ProWritingAid: https://prowritingaid.com
Hemmingway: https://hemingwayapp.com
Grammarly: https://www.grammarly.com "
#ResearchTipOfTheWeek: Are you wondering how to request an extension for your thesis/dissertation submission deadline? All you have to do is locate the extension form, and present it to your supervisor along with the Gantt chart and your justification for the extension.
Read more: http://bitly.ws/AAxg
Research milestones
#ResearchTipOfTheWeek: Wondering how you will tackle your research milestones? We've got you! Visit our Research Guide for tips and tools necessary to successfully complete your research in accordance with the SMART principles. Click on the link to access the guide: http://bitly.ws/BmTR
How to download IBM SPSS
#ResearchTipOfTheWeek: Do you want to download and install IBM SPSS software? 
Be on the lookout for SPSS training from the Research Commons or watch this video to see how: https://www.youtube.com/watch?
Research milestones
#ResearchTipOfTheWeek: Check out your research milestones for more guidance on what is expected of you using these easy-to-follow steps:
Login into your UP portal
Click on the Student Centre portlet
Click on the Academic Information portlet
Select View my Milestones
Are you planning to publish your research and want to avoid rejections?
#ResearchTipOfTheWeek: Are you planning to publish your research and want to avoid rejections? Register for our webinar: Avoiding rejection: how to successfully navigate the publishing process.
To register, click on the link: https://rb.gy/oyegez
Currently enrolled in a Master’s or Doctoral program and unsure how to begin the data collection process?
#ResearchTipOfTheWeek: Currently enrolled in a Master’s or Doctoral program and unsure how to begin the data collection process? Let’s get you started! Visit the Data Collection Techniques in your Research Guide to understand the data collection process.
To access the guide, click on the link: https://library.up.ac.za/c.
