RESEARCH METHODS

Course Description

This course is designed to be a background pass to graduate studies. The ability to formulate a research question, finding the data relevant to research questions, analyze those data, and presentation of research findings are skills that will be acquired through this course. Scientific thinking skills and methods of research, using library and online archives, experimental design, and presenting quantitative data are modules covered within the scope of this course. Scientific communication, writing research proposals, scientific reporting and thesis writing are also supported. Conference presentations, time management in research projects, ethical issues, plagiarism and skills of working in a group and networking are also highlighted throughout the semester.

RESEARCH METHODS

Evaluation Tools (Active Term)

Course outcomes

1. 01 Assess suitable types of research
2. 02 Plan and write an effective research proposal
3. 03 Design and conduct a proper scientific research
4. 04 Perform ethical research
5. 05 Perform an effective literature survey
6. 06 Assess data collection methods
7. 07 Perform experiments and evaluate data
8. 08 Report and present research results

Course Syllabus

Reference Books & Course Materials

1. 01 Dr. Pandey, Prabhat and Dr. Meenu Mishra Pandey, “ RESEARCH METHODOLOGY: TOOLS AND TECHNIQUES”, ISBN 978-606-93502-7-0, © Bridge Center, 2015
2. 02 John W. CRESWELL, "Research Design", 4th Ed., Sage Publications Ltd.,2014.
3. 03 Patrick DUNLEAVY, "Authoring a PhD:How to Plan, Draft, Write and Finish a Doctoral thesis or Dissertation", Palgrave Study Guides, 2003.

Learning Outcomes

1. L01 Ability to conduct a proper scientific research
2. L02 Conducting ethical research
3. L03 Familiarity with different types of research
4. L04 Experience in writing an effective research proposal
5. L05 Experience in conducting an effective literature survey
6. L06 Experience in research design
7. L07 Experience in data collection methods
8. L08 Experience in experimentation and data interpretation
9. L09 Experience in Scientific Writing and Scientific Presentation

Program Outcomes

1. Based on bachelor's-level qualifications, be able to develop and deepen knowledge at the level of specialization in the same or a different field.
2. Should be able to understand and appreciate the interdisciplinary interactions related to their field.
3. Should be able to apply expert-level theoretical and practical knowledge acquired in their field.
4. Should be able to integrate knowledge from their field with knowledge from other disciplines, interpret it, and generate new knowledge.
5. Should be able to resolve problems encountered in their field through the application of appropriate research methods.
6. Should be able to independently carry out research or professional work that requires expertise in their field.
7. Should be able to develop innovative strategic approaches for resolving complex and unpredictable problems encountered in their field of practice and take responsibility for producing effective solutions.
8. Should be able to demonstrate leadership in environments where solving problems related to their field is required.
9. Should be able to critically assess the advanced knowledge and skills acquired in their field and manage their own learning processes.
10. Should be able to systematically present current developments in their field and their own studies, supported by quantitative and qualitative data, to both disciplinary and non-disciplinary audiences through written, oral, and visual communication.
11. Should be able to critically analyze and enhance social relationships and the norms that shape these relationships, and initiate actions aimed at their transformation when necessary.
12. Should be able to communicate effectively through oral and written communication in at least one foreign language at the B2 level of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR).
13. Should be able to utilize information and communication technologies and relevant computer software at an advanced level appropriate to the requirements of their field.
14. Should be able to manage and evaluate the processes of collecting, interpreting, applying, and communicating data related to their field in accordance with social, scientific, cultural, and ethical values, and promote the understanding of these values.
15. Should be able to develop strategies, policies, and action plans in areas related to their field and assess the results obtained in accordance with quality assurance processes.
16. Should be able to apply the advanced knowledge acquired in their field, along with problem-solving and application skills, in interdisciplinary studies.

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