So, we have all arrived at the daunting task of our first research related course. I can say, after completing the first discussion posts, it was obvious that we are all feeling a little intimidated by the title of course and the challenges that the topic of research brings. I, for one, am in the same boat as my colleagues right now. Research to me is a very detail oriented subject, and for me, the topic of early childhood is so natural, that sometimes the small details are lost on me. I will say, however, that I'm excited for the challenge.
In this course we have been tasked at creating a broad research topic, and then several refined, very specific topics that we will do research on over the next 8 weeks. My original idea was based on play-based play environments in classrooms, and how they affect children and their development. Based on looking forward into the next several weeks, I'm figuring out that my research topic is way to broad, and it will need to be paired down. I am working on creating a more refined topic that I can use to base my work off of.
So, my Walden colleagues, any ideas on how I can narrow down my broad topic into a more researchable topic? I'd appreciate your help and thoughts on the matter!
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