
Research Methodology
Comprehensive course on research design, data collection methods, and analysis techniques for conducting high-quality research.
Course Introduction
Research Methodology provides a comprehensive framework for designing, conducting, and evaluating research in various disciplines. This course covers the entire research process from problem formulation to data collection, analysis, and reporting. Students will learn both quantitative and qualitative research approaches, ethical considerations, and best practices for producing rigorous and impactful research.
Course Content
Module 1: Foundations of Research
- Philosophy of science and research paradigms
- Types of research: exploratory, descriptive, explanatory, and causal
- Quantitative, qualitative, and mixed methods approaches
- Research ethics and integrity
- Literature review and theoretical frameworks
Module 2: Research Design
- Experimental designs
- Quasi-experimental designs
- Survey research
- Case studies and observational research
- Longitudinal and cross-sectional designs
Module 3: Data Collection Methods
- Sampling techniques and sample size determination
- Questionnaire design and validation
- Interview methods and protocols
- Observational techniques
- Secondary data sources and evaluation
Module 4: Data Analysis Approaches
- Quantitative data analysis methods
- Qualitative data analysis techniques
- Mixed methods analysis strategies
- Statistical software applications
- Interpretation and presentation of findings
Module 5: Research Communication
- Academic writing and publication process
- Research proposal development
- Thesis and dissertation structure
- Presenting research findings
- Research impact and dissemination strategies
Assignments
- 1Research proposal development
- 2Literature review on a selected topic
- 3Questionnaire design and pilot testing
- 4Data collection and analysis mini-project
- 5Research paper preparation following journal guidelines
Case Studies
Case Study 1
Ethical challenges in medical research
Case Study 2
Mixed methods research in public health
Case Study 3
Longitudinal studies in educational research
Case Study 4
Experimental design in clinical trials
Case Study 5
Survey research in social sciences
Datasets
General Social Survey
Demographic and attitudinal data for social research
Demographic and Health Surveys
Population health data from developing countries
National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey
Health and nutritional status of US population
World Values Survey
Global research on values and beliefs
Recommended Textbooks
Research Design: Qualitative, Quantitative, and Mixed Methods Approaches
by John W. Creswell and J. David Creswell
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