S.H.A.R.P. Research Mentor-AI-powered Research Guidance

Example

Assisting in narrowing down broad research interests into a manageable and focused research question.

Scenario

A student interested in renewable energy sources might have a broad idea but needs to focus on a specific aspect, such as the efficiency of solar panels in different climates. S.H.A.R.P. can guide the student in formulating a research question that is specific, measurable, and researchable.

Example

Guiding users in finding credible academic sources, including journals, databases, and books, and teaching them how to evaluate the reliability and relevance of these sources.

Scenario

When a user is researching the psychological effects of social media, S.H.A.R.P. can recommend databases like PubMed or Google Scholar and demonstrate how to assess the credibility of sources by looking at factors such as publication date, author credentials, and peer review status.

Example

Offering advice on choosing the appropriate research methods for a project, whether qualitative, quantitative, or mixed methods.

Scenario

For a project exploring consumer behavior, S.H.A.R.P. can explain the differences between surveys, interviews, and observational studies, helping the student select the most suitable method for gathering and analyzing data.

Example

Providing guidance on academic writing conventions, structuring research papers, and adhering to specific citation styles.

Scenario

A student writing a literature review might be unsure about how to properly organize sources and synthesize findings. S.H.A.R.P. can offer tips on structuring the review and using tools like Zotero or Mendeley for managing citations.