Topics covered in this lesson include a breakdown of the components of a research article and how to understand what you’re reading. Some questions to consider while completing this lesson include:
- What is the point of a research article?
- What can reading a research article add to my expertise as a Community Scientist?
- In which section will the authors describe the limitations and next steps of the study?
Learning Objectives
- State the major sections of a research article
- Describe the key points of a research article
- Explain the purpose of the article’s abstract
Video Tutorial
Presented By: Vijay Vasudevan
Note: The videos reference the program as “Citizen Scientist,” which was the previous name of the Community Scientist Program.
Practice Activity
Instructions: After watching the video tutorial, complete the following practice assessment. Choose the best answer for each question, and check your response for immediate feedback.
FAQ
Question:
What advice would you give to new Community Scientists?
Answer:
Additional Resources
- Research Article: Questions to Consider
In this handout, the key questions for understanding a research article are identified. Knowing the answers to these questions will help ensure comprehension of the content.