When proposing a research topic, start with
1) a real-world phenomenon:
Start with what’s new (by that I mean “what’s unusual and thus worth looking at,” not “here comes another technology so let’s apply the same old theory.”) -- check industry news for inspiration;
Identify a "problem" (and imply you can solve it through research).
2) an economic concept that you find interesting and relevant (e.g., inferior vs. normal goods; market structure; media concentration; engagement): Go through our readings and PPT slides.
Then ask yourself:
Is this important? (Important to whom?)
Is your RQ answerable? (If you like hypotheses, test only counter-intuitive ones.)
What kind of data do you need? (Demand-side vs. supply-side data)
Where are they? (Try find them.)
Unit of analysis: Users, products, or news organizations
It's just that simple!
By next Tuesday (noon), post two plausible research topics or questions on the blog.
1) a real-world phenomenon:
Start with what’s new (by that I mean “what’s unusual and thus worth looking at,” not “here comes another technology so let’s apply the same old theory.”) -- check industry news for inspiration;
Identify a "problem" (and imply you can solve it through research).
2) an economic concept that you find interesting and relevant (e.g., inferior vs. normal goods; market structure; media concentration; engagement): Go through our readings and PPT slides.
Then ask yourself:
Is this important? (Important to whom?)
Is your RQ answerable? (If you like hypotheses, test only counter-intuitive ones.)
What kind of data do you need? (Demand-side vs. supply-side data)
Where are they? (Try find them.)
Unit of analysis: Users, products, or news organizations
It's just that simple!
By next Tuesday (noon), post two plausible research topics or questions on the blog.
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