STAGE 1 Identifying a research need within a guidance (or related) context
  1.1 Introduction       
  1.2 Objectives: stage 1
  1.3 Keeping a research diary
  1.4 Models of research process
  1.5 Selecting a topic
  1.6 Ethical considerations
  1.7 Planning your research project
  1.8 Writing a brief research proposal

 STAGE 2 Reading for research     
  2.1 Introduction       
  2.2 Objectives: stage 2      
  2.3 Information storage & retrieval strategies   
  2.4 Reading for research      
  2.5 Potential difficulties      
  2.6 Basic reading strategies     
  2.7 Referencing       
  2.8 Developing a sound rationale     

STAGE 3 Selecting appropriate methods & procedures    
  3.1 Introduction       
  3.2 Objectives: stage 3      
  3.3 Validity, reliability & relevance    
  3.4 Access        
  3.5 Managing your research project    
  3.6 Overcoming obstacles      

STAGE 4 Relevant concepts & suitable parameters 
  4.1 Introduction       
  4.2 Objectives: stage 4      
  4.3 Models of research      
  4.4 Research traditions in guidance & counselling    
  4.5 Quantitative research      
  4.6 Qualitative research      
  4.7 Piloting 

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