Research as Learning_LH_5/21/25

Why should I view research as learning?

Some of you may be thinking, “Why would I take the time and energy to change my paradigm?” Here are a few reasons this paradigm can help you.

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Conducting research using the "research is learning" paradigm will:

As you conduct research, you’ll also learn to write better academic papers, which will help you in college and for the rest of your life.

You’ll find high-quality sources you can use in your paper, which will make the writing process go smoothly and quickly.

Viewing research as a learning opportunity will improve your learning.

As you put thought and time into researching and learning, you’ll write better papers.

You’ll broaden your conception of the world and philosophy of life as you expand your understanding.

Help you learn more effectively

Improve your research and writing

Help you create a good paper for class

Save you some time

Improve your worldview

So, what's to lose? Try out the new paradigm!

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