Introduction to the Research Tools Mind Map by Nader Ale Ebrahim :: SSRN

Introduction to the Research Tools Mind Map

Nader Ale Ebrahim

1- Research Support Unit, Centre of Research Services, Institute of Research Management and Monitoring (IPPP), University of Malaya; 2- Department of Engineering Design and Manufacture, Faculty of Engineering, University of Malaya

June 14, 2013

Research World, Vol. 10, No. 4, pp. 1-3,

Abstract:     
With the increasing use of information and communications technology (ICT), researchers are able to use computer software tools to find, organise, manipulate, analyse, and share relevant information. However, there are hundreds of such tools to select from, for various research-related uses. I have collected over 700 tools that can help researchers do their work efficiently. It is assembled as an interactive Web-based mind map, titled Research Tools, which is updated periodically. Created using the MindMeister software platform, Research Tools provides a convenient interface with zoom in/out, screen drag, and other user-friendly features.

Being a mind map, Research Tools consists of a hierarchical set of nodes. It has four main nodes: (1) Searching the literature, (2) Writing a paper, (3) Targeting suitable journals, and (4) Enhancing visibility and impact, and six auxiliary nodes. In the mind map, each parent node has several child nodes associated with it, which can be accessed by clicking on the plus (+) sign. Several free tools can be found in the child nodes. Some paid tools are also included.

The four main nodes are described below, listing some tools as examples. In the mind map, a green tick sign indicates my preference for some tools. Users can access the tools by clicking on the arrow sign that appears next to the tool title.
Number of Pages in PDF File: 3
Keywords: e-skills, Digital research tools, Research Tools, Emerging tools
JEL Classification: L1, L11, L7, M11, M12, M1, M34, Q1, O1, O3, O32, P42, P24, P29, L17, Q31, Q32
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Date posted: June 17, 2013  

Suggested Citation

Ale Ebrahim, Nader, Introduction to the Research Tools Mind Map (June 14, 2013). Research World, Vol. 10, No. 4, pp. 1-3,. Available at SSRN: http://ssrn.com/abstract=2280007

Contact Information

Nader Ale Ebrahim (Contact Author) 1- Research Support Unit, Centre of Research Services, Institute of Research Management and Monitoring (IPPP), University of Malaya ( email ) ( email ) Jalan Lembah Pantai Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan 50603 Malaysia
2- Department of Engineering Design and Manufacture, Faculty of Engineering, University of Malaya ( email ) ( email ) Jalan Lembah Pantai Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan 50603 Malaysia

Introduction to the Research Tools Mind Map by Nader Ale Ebrahim :: SSRN