What are the features of a good research aim?

• It should be vague and broad.

• It should be specific and clear.

• It should be irrelevant to the research topic.

• It should be unachievable.

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a SMART aim?

• Specific

• Measurable

• Achievable

• General

What does the 'R' in SMART objectives stand for?

• Realistic

• Relevant

• Reliable

• Rational

Why is it important to explain a rationale within research?

• To confuse the readers

• To justify the research and its importance

• To make the research longer

• To avoid providing reasons for the research

What is an aim in the context of research?

• A detailed plan of how to achieve a goal

• A specific, single statement of a desired outcome

• A list of tasks to be completed

• A summary of the research findings

What is the first step you need to take before starting your research?

• Write a detailed report

• Develop an aim

• Conduct surveys

• Analyze data

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic to consider when developing an aim?

• Is it specific?

• Can you measure it?

• Is it achievable?

• Is it profitable?

How many aims should a good research project have?

• Multiple aims

• At least three aims

• Only one aim

• Two aims

Which of the following is NOT listed as a useful verb for developing an aim?

• Evaluate

• Explore

• Examine

• Create

Which of the following should be considered when developing your aim?

• What would you like to research?

• What are you trying to achieve?

• How will you measure the outcomes?

• All of the above