Mastering your thesis with AI tools: a step-by-step guide for quantitative research in the social sciences

Identifying and outlining a clear problem statement is essential for establishing a solid thesis foundation in social science quantitative research. This guide provides a step-by-step approach to identifying research gaps using sources such as literature reviews, literature matrices, social media, news outlets, and artificial intelligence tools like ChatGPT. It details the practical integration of artificial intelligence tools throughout the research workflow, including statistical data analysis and manuscript preparation. By emphasizing academic integrity and research ethics, this work enables researchers to effectively leverage modern technologies to enhance research quality and efficiency.