The Student Paramedic Podcast

S5 Ep5: Research Mini-Series: So you've got a research idea... what next?

The Student Paramedic Podcast

Show Notes

Welcome back to the 'Research Mini-Series'.

This episode follows on from starting out with a research idea and delves into different types of research methodology and the next steps in the process. Dr Sandy MacQuarrie helps us break down these concepts into easy to follow ideas.

Have a passion or a strong interest in what you want to study. For all of the current researchers and educators spark imagination in students and colleagues.

Please check out the textbook Introducing, Designing and Conducting Research for Paramedics for further information.

DISCLAIMER: All of the opinions of each individual on 'The Student Paramedic Podcast' are their own.

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