Research is gathering information to solve a problem.

Paraphrased from: Booth, W. C., Colomb, G.G., Williams, J.M., Bizup, J., & FitzGerald, W.T. (2016). The craft of research (4th ed.). University of Chicago Press.

You are already a skilled researcher!

Scenario: Finding the nearest Starbucks

Problem: You are tired and need coffee

Gathering information:

1. Turn that need into keywords to use a search engine or maps app
2. Filter results to find what is open now
3. Evaluate the results by checking reviews and seeing how far the locations are
4. Maybe discover there is a closer option that isn’t Starbucks but will satisfy your needs

Problem solved! You have obtained coffee!