On the completion of this course, the students will be able to:
Demonstrate a thorough understanding of different research designs, including experimental, quasi-experimental, descriptive, and correlational designs.
Develop the ability to formulate clear, researchable questions and hypotheses.
Understand the principles and application of mixed methods research to address complex research questions.
Identify and differentiate between qualitative, quantitative, and mixed methods research.
Understand the characteristics, strengths, and limitations of each research type.
Synthesize research findings to support evidence-based practice and policy recommendations.
Identify and address ethical issues in research, including informed consent, confidentiality, and the protection of vulnerable populations.
Develop strong academic writing skills for producing research reports, theses, dissertations, and scholarly articles.
Understand the processes of peer review, publication, and dissemination of research findings. Course Content
Course Content:
Introduction to research
Types of research
Statistical methods
Steps of Research
Identifying a research problem
Literature Review
Hypothesis
Definitions and Variables
Variable control
Designing a Research
Methods of Data Collection
Evaluation, Analysis, and Interpretation
Ethics in research
Format of a research paper
Writing research
Use of AI in statistical methods