Research Methodology
4.1 Research Problem
- Explanation of what the
study aims to investigate.
- Covers the what, when,
why, and how aspects of the research.
4.2 Objectives of the Study
- Primary Objective - Overarching goal of the study.
- Secondary Objectives- Specific goals supporting
the primary objective.
4.3 Nature of Research
- Distinction between:
- Basic Research: Expanding theoretical
knowledge.
- Applied Research: Solving real-world
problems.
4.4 Type of Research Design
- Discusses the chosen
research design:
- Exploratory Research: For initial insights.
- Descriptive Research: For quantifying
characteristics.
- Causal Research: For understanding
cause-and-effect relationships.
4.5 Scope of the Research
- Defines the boundaries of
the study, including:
- Geographic focus.
- Demographic focus.
- Subject matter and any
exclusions.
4.6 Data Collection
Primary
Data
- i. Target Population: The specific group being
studied.
- ii. Sample Size: Number of
participants/respondents.
- iii. Sampling Method: The process for selecting
participants.
- iv. Sampling Frame: List or geographical area
of eligible participants.
- v. Sample Element: The individual or entity
being studied.
- vi. Survey Method: Mode of data collection
(e.g., online, face-to-face).
- vii. Survey Tool: Instruments like
questionnaires or interview guides.
- viii. Pilot Survey: Pretesting of tools to
ensure validity.
- ix. Response Rate: Percentage of participants
who responded.
Secondary
Data
- i. Sample Size: Volume of secondary sources
analyzed.
- ii. Sampling Method: Approach to selecting
secondary data sources.
- iii. Sampling Frame: List or categories of data
sources.
- iv. Sample Unit/Element: Individual reports,
articles, or publications.
- v. Time Frame: Time period covered by the
secondary data.
- vi. Variables Under Study: Key variables derived from
the secondary data.
- vii. Source of Secondary
Data: Specific
sources like government publications, reports, or journals.
4.7 Data Analysis Techniques/Tools
- Overview of quantitative and
qualitative methods used:
- Statistical tools, coding
methods, software, etc.
4.8 List of Hypotheses (If Any)
- Details of hypotheses being
tested, such as:
- Null Hypothesis (H₀):
Assumes no effect/relationship.
- Alternative Hypothesis
(H₁): Assumes an effect/relationship.
4.9 Limitations of the Study
- Factors restricting the
study’s scope or accuracy, such as:
- Time constraints.
- Geographic or demographic
focus.
- Sampling biases or response
rates.
Comments
Post a Comment