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Research Methodology
The objectives of this course are to:
- Understand the basic concept of research and its methodologies
- Identify, explain, and apply the basic concepts of research, such as variables, sampling, reliability, and validity
Course Outcomes (CO)
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MIR 225 |
Research Methodology |
Upon completion of this course, students will be able to: CO39: Use theory and previous research to create research questions and hypothesis and to identify and analyze the appropriate method and variables needed for research questions CO40:Identify the overall process of designing a research study from its inception to its report . |
Approach in teaching: Interactive Lectures, Discussion, Tutorials, Reading assignments, Power Point Presentation Learning activities for the students: Self-learning assignments, Effective questions, Seminar presentation, Giving tasks. |
Class test, Semester end examinations, Quiz, Solving problems in tutorials, Assignments, Presentation, Individual and group projects |
Social Science Research- Meaning, nature, objectives, importance and problems; Research process; Types of Research- Historical, Descriptive, Exploratory and Scientific
Research problems- Selection and formulation, defining a research problem; Research design- meaning, features, types and construction of research design. Concept and Hypothesis
Sampling Design- Meaning, Steps, Characteristics, Types- Probability and Non Probability sampling techniques
Sources of data – primary, secondary; Data collection- Interview, Observations, Questionnaire, Schedules, case studies
Data analysis- Classification, Tabulation, Descriptive analysis, Bibliography; Report Writing, The use of computers in Research, Ethics in Research
Essential Reading-
Ø Kothari, C. R. (2019). Research Methodology: Methods and Techniques.
Ø Banglore: Wiley Eastern
Ø Acharya, R. and Bhattacharya, N., (2019)Research Methodology for Social Sciences, India, Routledge
Ø Krishnaswami, O.R., (2016),Methodology of Research in Social Sciences,New Delhi, Himalaya Publishing
Ø Thamilarasan, M.,(2015), Research Methodology for Social Sciences, Tamilnadu, Ingram short title
Ø Imam, E.,(2015), Basics Of Research Methodology, New Delhi,New India Publishing
Ø Vijay, U., (2010), Research Methodology, New Delhi, S.Chand
Ø Guthrie, G., (2010), Basic Research Methods : An Entry To Social Science Research, New Delhi, Sage Publication
Reference Books:
Ø Thakur,D.,(2009), Research Methodology in Social Sciences, New Delhi, Deep and Deep
Ø Prasad, A., (2008), Social Research Methodologies in Social Sciences, Ranchi, Xavier Institute of Social Sciences
Ø Ahuja, R. (2006). Research Methods. Jaipur, Rawat Publications
Ø Blake, N. (1973): Approaches to Social Enquiry, Cambridge, Policy Press
Ø Bose, Pradip Kumar,(1995): Research Methodology, New Delhi: ICSSR
Ø Bryman, Alan, (1988) Quality and Quantity in Social Research, London, Unwin
Ø Shipman Martin, (1988) The Limitations of Social Research, London, Longman.
Ø Young, P. V., (1988) Scientific Social Surveys and Research, New Delhi, Prentice Hall
Ø Kurtz, Norman R, (1983) Introduction to Social Statistics, Paris: MC Graw Hill
Ø Levin Jack, (1983) Elementary Statistics in Social Research, New York: Harper & Row Publishers.
Ø May, Tim, (1977) Social Research: Issues, Methods and Process, Buckingham, Open University Press.
Facilitating the achievement of Course Learning Outcomes
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Use theory and previous research to create research questions and hypothesis and to identify and analyze the appropriate method and variables needed for research questions. |
Lecture, Power point presentations, Classroom discussions |
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Identify the overall process of designing a research study from its inception to its report. |
Lecture and Feedback through class discussions, Analyzing research report |
*Assessment tasks will include test on the topics, quiz, student presentations and assignments
E-Resources-
Ø Kumar Ranjeet,(2019), Research Methodology,5 Edition ,Sage Publications,New Delhi.can be retrived as
https://corladancash.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Research-Methodology-Ranjit-Kumar.pdf
Ø Mishra, Dr. Shanti Bhushan & Alok, Dr. Shashi (2017) HANDBOOK OF RESEARCH METHODOLOGY - can be retrived as
https://www.researchgate.net/publication/319207471_HANDBOOK_OF_RESEARCH_METHODOLOGY
Journals-
Ø International Journal of Social Research Methodology
Ø International Journal of Methodology
Ø Politcal science review
Ø Political science quaterly
