Table of Contents

1: Getting Started as a Researcher: Designing and Conducting Research Studies in Instructional Technology
	1. Selecting a Topic 2. Identifying the Research Problem 3. Conducting a Literature Search 4. Stating the Research Questions 5. Determining the Research Design 6. Determining Methods 7. Identifying Data Analysis Procedures
2: Writing Proposals for Acceptance at AECT
	Research Proposal Non-Research Proposals Conclusions
3: Practicing What We Preach: Making Effective Presentations at AECT
	Planning What To Say Identifying Media Needs Getting Ready for the Presentation When You Get There
4: How to Get Research Articles Published in Professional Journals
	Nothing Ventured, Nothing Gained Guidelines for Writing and Submitting Manuscripts     Selecting the Right Journal     Speaking the Language     Using the correct style is critical     Proper Etiquette in Submitting The Manuscript     "I Am Pleased To Inform You That..."     "If The First Time You Don't Succeed..." The Structure of a Research Paper     Introduction     Method     Results     Discussion Final Notes Parting Words
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