How to Find Research Paper_MK Seminar Ekonomi Syariah

Summary

In this video, Muhammad Anwar Fatoni discusses how to find journal articles relevant to a research topic in the field of Shariah economics. He outlines the process, beginning with selecting a research topic, such as halal fashion, and determining key search terms. Fatoni explains the importance of using platforms like Google Scholar and national libraries to find relevant articles. He also highlights the requirement for a minimum of five national and five international journal articles for research references. Additionally, he provides tips on accessing articles that cannot be downloaded directly, including using DOI links and third-party websites.

Takeaways

• 😀 Start by defining your research topic before looking for relevant journal articles.
• 😀 Once the research topic is chosen (e.g., halal fashion), gather information and previous research related to the subject.
• 😀 Keywords are crucial for searching articles; they should reflect the main focus of your research (e.g., halal fashion, hijab preferences).
• 😀 Reading previous research, such as theses and dissertations, can help in refining your research focus and identifying relevant keywords.
• 😀 In quantitative research, you can use dependent variables as keywords for more specific searches.
• 😀 You need a minimum of five national journal articles and five international journal articles as references for your research.
• 😀 National journals are published in Indonesia and can be in Indonesian or foreign languages, while international journals are published abroad or indexed in Scopus/Web of Science.
• 😀 Google Scholar and Perpustakaan Nasional (National Library) are reliable sources for finding journal articles, both national and international.
• 😀 For international journals, platforms like Digistore and Emerald Insight are recommended.
• 😀 If an article is not downloadable, you can use the DOI link and SCI-hub to access it if it's otherwise inaccessible.
• 😀 Always follow the outlined steps when gathering articles to ensure you meet the necessary research reference requirements.

Q & A

What is the first step in finding a relevant journal article for research?

The first step is to determine your research topic. This involves clearly defining what area of study you are interested in, such as halal fashion or any other specific focus.

How should keywords be determined for finding journal articles?

Keywords should be derived from your research topic. For example, if you are focusing on halal fashion, 'halal fashion' or more specific terms like 'muslimah preferences in hijab' can be used as keywords to search for relevant articles.

What is the minimum number of journal articles required for a thesis or dissertation according to the guidelines?

According to the guidelines from Sekolah Bisnis Veteran Jakarta, the minimum requirement is five national journal articles and five international journal articles, totaling at least 10 relevant articles.

What defines a national journal article?

A national journal is defined as one published in Indonesia, which may be in Indonesian or a foreign language (such as English or Arabic), but it must be published in Indonesia.

What qualifies as an international journal article?

An international journal article is one that is published outside of Indonesia or one published in Indonesia but indexed in international databases like Scopus or Web of Science.

What are the main platforms or tools to search for journal articles?

Some of the main tools for finding journal articles include Google Scholar, the National Library of Indonesia (Perpusnas), Emerald Insight for international journals, and Digistore for specific journal access.

Why can't some journal articles be downloaded directly from certain databases?

Some journal articles may not be available for direct download due to publisher restrictions or database access limitations. However, there are alternative methods to access them.

How can you access journal articles that are not directly downloadable?

If an article is not downloadable, you can try copying the DOI (Digital Object Identifier) and using a service like SCI-Hub (SCI Strip Hub) to access and download the article.

What role does Google Scholar play in finding relevant journal articles?

Google Scholar is a useful tool for finding both national and international journal articles by simply inputting the keywords related to your research topic. It can provide both accessible and restricted articles.

What should students do after finding relevant journal articles for their research?

After finding the articles, students should review and analyze them to ensure they align with their research focus. They must also ensure they meet the required minimum number of references for their thesis or dissertation.