The document outlines the key components of a scientific research process. It begins by establishing the objective and initial questions or hypotheses to address a problem. It then discusses considerations from the philosophies of science regarding epistemology, ontology, and relevant academic fields. The methodology section explains the use of primary and secondary research, which involves gathering empirical information and conceptual variables. Resources and ensuring the validity of the research are also important aspects.

1. Philosophy of Science and Research
ACADEMIC PAPER
CONCLUSION & PRODUCT/concept design
QUESTIONS Scientific approach/methods
Qualitative Epistemology: PHILOSOPHY OF SCIENCE
and/or KNOWLEDGE Reflections on ...
What is the task?
quantitative What kind of knowledge? traditions, benefits of x approach,
OBJECTIVE
& Complete knowledge for this realism/anti realism,
General purpose? grounded theory or another approach
methodology What do I know know – how?
Initial questions and
hypotheses
Ontology: HUMANISTICS NATURAL SCIENCES
PROBLEM
EMPERICAL Relevant? Why? How? Relevant? Why? How?
FORMULATION
INFORMATION/UNITS To what extent? To what extent?
SOCIAL SCIENCES
CONCEPTS/VARIABLES/FIELD
Relevant? Why? How?
To what extent?
Methodology: Methodology:
PRIMARY RESEARCH SECONDARY RESARCH
RESOURCES AND VALIDITY
(bibliography and appendices from
interviews etc.)