Researches fundamentals are of great importance in disciplines and interested people on searching various knowledge or solution to a phenomenon. The main purpose of the book is to share scholarly knowledge about research and its complexity. This book can be used to train the basics and techniques involved on doing inquiries from different views. The experience shows that, no one single cure for all diseases. So when comes to research, there is no single research methodology or technique which fits all circumstances. Hence, the book tries to identify a family of approaches towards various research situations and distinguish their outcomes. Thus, various disciplines example human resource management, accounts and project management have different environmental set up i.e. matters in question, study elements involved and the study plan can determine research context. The study consulted scholars in different disciplines through their publications that explain various research methodologies. Generally the books highlighted some technical guide lines on conducting researches and report writing which provide overview on research plans. In chapter one, the book tried to explain how to choose among the methods of inquiries. It includes the meaning of research, research approaches and types. Chapter two addressing the types of variables deployed in a study. Either, chapter three tells how to generate research idea. Rather, the book through chapter four described how to develop a re-searchable topics. Meanwhile chapter five gives explanation on how to carry out literature survey that forms a crucial party of studies. Then chapter six is critically explain research designs and research management. The book concludes with the application of computer software in research process. Therefore, the book intended to guide researchers, academician and groom young researchers to conduct different inquiries. This is due to the fact that, human activities and environmental changes created complexity in life as well as challenges. So far; challenges need answers from fundamental questions such as what, where, who and how. It is the main reason for interested groups such as researchers, academician and practitioners to seek guidance during research. This is done to attain answers towards fundamental questions.
Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)
- ABSTRACT
- PREFACE
- PURPOSE OF THIS BOOK
- OVERVIEW OF THE CONTENTS OF THE BOOK
- ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
- CHAPTER ONE
- INTRODUCTION
- Meaning of research
- Evaluation research
- Research approaches
- Qualitative research
- Quantitative research
- Triangulation research
- Deductive approach
- Inductive approach
- Inductive and Deductive study approaches
- Research types
- INTRODUCTION
- CHAPTER TWO
- RESEARCH VARIABLES
- Dependent variables
- Independent variables
- Intervening variables
- Background variables
- RESEARCH VARIABLES
- CHAPETR THREE
- HOW TO DEVELOP RESEARCH IDEA AND TOPICS
- Idea generations
- Processes to identifying a research topics
- How to identify gaps from publications and literatures review
- Research topics from discussions
- Researcher units and consultancy
- How to state research problems
- HOW TO DEVELOP RESEARCH IDEA AND TOPICS
- CHAPTER FOUR
- CHARACTERISTIC OF SEARCHABLE TOPICS
- CHAPTER FIVE
- LITERATURE SEARCH/SURVEY
- Collect relevant information to support the topic
- Literature review process
- Categories of literature review
- Why literature review
- How to carry out literature reviews
- Critically distinguish the known information from unknown
- Researchers expectation on project idea
- Identify relevant theories as per study conducted
- Determine research variables and their relationship
- Conceptualise the study
- LITERATURE SEARCH/SURVEY
- CHAPTER SIX
- RESEARCH METHODOLOGY
- Research design
- Non-experimental research designs
- Population
- Sampling techniques
- Probability sampling
- Non- probability sampling
- Data collection techniques
- Schedules for interviews or group discussions
- Questionnaires
- Schemes for recording behaviour or observations (experiment)
- Survey
- Observation
- Experiment
- Case studies
- Telephone conversation
- Research partners/ Agencies
- Data handling and its interpretation
- Data entry, edit/error check
- Use computer software for data analysis
- Testing correlation and regression from observed frequencies
- T-test
- Data presentation
- Data interpretation
- HOW TO DEVELOP RESEARCH PROPOSALS
- Understand research process, guide lines and theories
- Format/research proposal components
- PROPOSAL AND REPORT WRITTING STRUCTURE
- Single Author
- Research management
- Validity of the research instrument
- Generalisation
- Research or study limitations
- Communication, reporting and contact handling
- Budget, resource allocation and funding options
- Duration and scheduling
- RESEARCH METHODOLOGY
- CHAPTER SEVEN
- COMPUTER APPLICATION IN RESEARCH
- The use of internet for research work
- Blogging
- The use of internet for data collection
- Applied software for research
- Software for communication purposes
- Software for data analysis and presentation
- Correlations and Regression
- COMPUTER APPLICATION IN RESEARCH
- REFERENCES
Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)
This book aims to provide a comprehensive guide to social science research methodology for researchers, academics, and students. It explores various research approaches, techniques, and computer applications, emphasizing the importance of understanding different research contexts and selecting appropriate methods.
- Understanding the diverse nature of research methods and their application in social sciences.
- Developing research ideas and identifying suitable research topics.
- Mastering the process of literature review and utilizing relevant information.
- Exploring research design, data collection techniques, and data analysis methodologies.
- Harnessing computer software and online resources to enhance research productivity and analysis.
Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)
Chapter One introduces the concept of research, outlining different research approaches like qualitative, quantitative, and triangulation. It explores various research types and explains the importance of choosing the most appropriate method for a given research question. Chapter Two delves into the different types of variables used in research, including dependent, independent, intervening, and background variables. Chapter Three guides readers on generating research ideas and developing researchable topics, emphasizing the importance of identifying gaps in existing research and utilizing diverse sources of information.
Chapter Four focuses on the characteristics of searchable topics, providing criteria for evaluating the suitability of a research topic. Chapter Five delves into the process of literature review, highlighting the importance of collecting relevant information, critically evaluating sources, and identifying relevant theories. Chapter Six explores various research methodologies, including research designs, sampling techniques, data collection methods, and data analysis approaches, emphasizing the importance of selecting appropriate methods for the specific research question.
Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)
This book focuses on the diverse aspects of social science research methodology, covering key concepts such as research types, research variables, literature review, research management, and data analysis. It emphasizes the importance of understanding the different research contexts and choosing the most appropriate methods for a specific research question, utilizing computer applications and online resources to enhance research effectiveness.
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- Dr. George Kanire (Author), 2012, Social Science Research Methodology: Concepts, Methods and Computer Applications, Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/203950
