This document provides guidance on creating a research instrument. It defines a research instrument as a tool used to collect relevant data for a study. There are three main types of instruments: standardized, modified standardized, and researcher-made. Standardized instruments have been validated in previous studies, while modified standardized and researcher-made instruments require validation. The document discusses appropriate instruments for quantitative and qualitative research and provides examples like surveys, interviews, and observations. It also provides tips for structuring questions and references.