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Types of research gaps

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TYPES OF RESEARCH GAPS
Know the gaps. Strengthen your research. Make an impact.
1

Knowledge Gap

There is very little or no research available on your topic.

2

Evidence Gap

Your findings are different from, or challenge, what previous studies have shown.

3

Methodological Gap

The methods used in past studies are not suitable or strong enough to study the topic properly.

4

Empirical Gap

There is not enough real data or evidence available on the topic.

5

Practical Knowledge Gap

There is a difference between what theory says and what happens in real life.

6

Theoretical Gap

Existing theories do not fully explain your topic.

7

Population Gap

Some groups of people have not been studied enough or are missing from the research.

8

Data Gap

The available data is incomplete, outdated, or not enough to answer the research question.

Good luck on your academic journey!