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

1
Research proposal development
2
Literature review on a selected topic
3
Questionnaire design and pilot testing
4
Data collection and analysis mini-project
5
Research 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

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