Born in Oldenburg in 1776, showed early philosophical talent. Home-schooled by mother, later matriculated in Jena. Met Fichte in Jena, who influenced his life work on ego. Met Pestalozzi while tutoring, who influenced his pedagogical thought
Report specific instances of exciting phenomena in depth. Used in medicine to study previously unknown pathologies. Include Genie, Anna O, and Phineas Gage as notable examples. Allow studying phenomena impossible to replicate in lab
Research method is a logical procedure for acquiring knowledge. Scientific method is a rigorous procedure for demonstrating truth. Method comes from "met" (goal) and "ears" (path)
Research paper answers specific questions through evidence-based arguments. Different types include analytical, argumentative, and interpretative papers
Research reports are typically divided into preliminary, body and supplementary sections. Report must clearly communicate purpose and results of research. Each section contains specific content: title, abstract, introduction, methodology, results, discussion, conclusion, recommendations, references and appendices
Scope defines the domain of research and the extent of investigation. Delimitations are factors and variables excluded from the study. These boundaries are under the researcher's control and are not methodological shortcomings