Research Strategy
In this paper, I have identified an obstacle in my path toward a business degree. I used the research skills that I have learned through class reading assignments and exercises to assist me in finding the most effective solution.
The Obstacle
When I was a student at the University of Hartford, I took an Introduction to Psychology course. My professor would spend class time telling us stories about his experiences during the years he practiced. The stories were interesting and lead to some good class discussion. However, the tests given in class were bases completely on the reading assignments. As a freshman in college, I was determined to stay on track. I was diligent with my reading and took immaculate notes. Despite my efforts I found myself reading assignments multiple times and still not absorbing the information that was being presented. When I received a D on my first Psychology test, I knew something had to change. I have chosen to research ways to improve reading comprehension. I am aware that reading assignments will increase in length and substance the further I advance in my degree program. I want to find strategies that are not only effective in helping me to absorb what I am reading but will also allow me to do so in a time efficient manner.
Searching For Solutions
Now that I have identified the problem, my next step toward a solution is to seek out strategies that will allow me to use my academic strengths to improve my area of weakness. I have heard of such strategies as SQ3R (Muskingum College, n.d.) but until now, I did not take the time to actively search for a system that worked for me. I started my search using the EBSCOhost database provided through the University of Phoenix OLS. I used the Boolean method and searched reading AND comprehension AND improve*. Using this method I was able to find multiple peer