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Research Methodology
Course Objectives: 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 (COs):
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24MIR 225 |
Research Methodology (Theory) |
Upon completion of this course, students will be able to: CO61: Understand the fundamentals of social science research and explore the research process and methodologies. CO62: Learn how to identify and formulate research problems, and understand the significance of research design and hypotheses. CO63: Gain proficiency in sampling design and techniques such as probability and non-probability sampling. CO64: Explore the sources of data in social science research and learn various methods of data collection. CO65: Develop skills in data analysis techniques along with the process of report writing and ethical considerations in research practices. CO66: Contribute effectively in course specific interaction |
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
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Ø Prasad, A., (2008), Social Research Methodologies in Social Sciences, Ranchi, Xavier Institute of Social Sciences
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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.
