Research methodology

The research process eight steps Formulation of a research problem. Conceptualising a research design. Constructing a research instrument or tool for data collection. Selecting a sample. Writing a research proposal. Collecting data. Processing data. Writing a research report. … [Read more...] about The Research Process | Eight steps you need to carry out research

Observation Observation is one way to collect primary data. It is a purposeful way of watching and listening to an interaction or phenomenon as it takes place. Types of observations There are two types: Participant. Non Participant. Participant When the researcher participates in the activities of the group being observed in the same manner as its members. Members … [Read more...] about Observation as a primary source of data collection in a research study

There are two main approaches for data collection about a problem, person or a phenomenon. Primary Data There are times when the information must be collected. Sources used in the this approach are called as primary sources. Examples of information collected through primary sources are: … [Read more...] about Primary and secondary sources of Data collection and its limitations

Writing a research report in a research process Writing the report is the last and for many, the most difficult step of the research process. This report informs the world of … [Read more...] about Writing a research report in a research process

Processing of data in a research process The way you analyse the information largely depends on two things: the type of information: descriptive, qualitative, quantitative or attitudinal. the way you want to write your report. … [Read more...] about Processing of data in a research process