Research Methodology lecture-01
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This document outlines the key topics to be covered in a lecture on research methodology. It includes definitions of research, objectives of research such as gaining new insights or establishing relationships between variables. It also discusses types of research approaches, both quantitative and qualitative. The significance of research is explained as providing the basis for policies and solving problems. Research methods are distinguished from methodology, with examples provided. Criteria for good research and challenges to research in countries like Bangladesh are also summarized.
Research Methodology lecture-01
- 1. Eng. Kishor K. AdeLecture 1 Research Methodology 1 Research Methodology Lecture 1 Course Syllabus Warm welcome to everybody
- 2. Eng. Kishor K. AdeLecture 1 Research Methodology 2 Contents 1. Meaning of Research 2. Objectives of Research 3. Motivation of Research 4. Types of Research 5. Research Approaches 6. Significance of Research 7. Research Methods and Research Methodology 8. Criteria of good Research 9. Problems of research in countries like Bangladesh 10.References
- 3. Eng. Kishor K. AdeLecture 1 Research Methodology 3 Meaning of Research Definition: Research means an objective and systematic search for pertinent information on a specific topic. Example of Research Carbon di oxide emission due to traffic jam Causes of crimes by slum dwellers etc Effectiveness of Educational incentive system for controlling drop- outs Research has to be an original contribution to the existing stock of knowledge Thus Research involves Enunciating the problem Formulating the hypothesis Collecting data/ facts/information Analyzing the data/ facts/ information
- 4. Eng. Kishor K. AdeLecture 1 Research Methodology 4 Meaning of Research: Example: Problem: CO2- Traffic Jam is a health hazard- Hypothesis – within tolerable limit Collecting CO2 data through a sampling Procedure Analyzing data whether within tolerable limit Making Conclusion
- 5. Eng. Kishor K. AdeLecture 1 Research Methodology 5 Objectives of Research To achieve new insights into a phenomenon To know about the existing phenomenon To know extent of a cause or effect variables To establish relationship between variables
- 6. Eng. Kishor K. AdeLecture 1 Research Methodology 6 Motivation of Research: What makes people undertake research Desiring solution to the problem/ hazard Desire to do a social / national / organizational service Inner satisfaction of a creative job
- 7. Eng. Kishor K. AdeLecture 1 Research Methodology 7 Types of Research
- 8. Eng. Kishor K. AdeLecture 1 Research Methodology 8 Research Approaches According to types of research discussed There can be two approaches to research Quantitative approach Qualitative approach Inferential approach – infer characteristics of a phenomenon through collection of data –example CO2 emission. Experimental approach – Researcher deliberately changes some variables to know the causal effect- example – effect of temperature rise on plant growth under open sky Simulation approach – Researcher artificially construct an environment and collects data A greenhouse is constructed and impact of temperature rise on plant growth is measured
- 9. Eng. Kishor K. AdeLecture 1 Research Methodology 9 Significance of Research “ Doubt is often better than overconfidence as doubt leads to enquiry and enquiry leads to invention” “ Research inculcates scientific and inductive thinking that promotes development of logical thinking” Research provides the basis of all government / international policies Research is used for solving various problems of Businesses, NGOs, Societies etc.
- 10. Eng. Kishor K. AdeLecture 1 Research Methodology 10 Research Methods and Research Methodology Research methods refer to use of instruments for a research technique Example: Type of Research Methods of Research Technique of Research Quantitative Field Research Questionnaire Researcher uses open and close ended questions Focused Group Discussion Researcher selects a particular group for the detailed discussion
- 11. Eng. Kishor K. AdeLecture 1 Research Methodology 11 Cont.. Research methodology is a way to systemically solve the research problem Research methodology has a broader dimension than research methods Elements of Research Methodology are: Defining objective Reviewing Literature Formulating Hypothesis Designing sample Collecting data Analyzing of data Arriving at conclusions
- 12. Eng. Kishor K. AdeLecture 1 Research Methodology 12 Criteria of good Research The objective of the research clearly defined The research methodology used should be described in sufficient detail to permit another researcher to repeat the research for further advancement The sampling design should be such as to yield least error The writing should be done with complete frankness – nothing which has bearing on the result should be hidden The validity and reliability of data as a well as calculations should be re-checked to avoid mistakes Conclusions should be confined to those justified by data and analysis Researcher should be a person of integrity
- 13. Eng. Kishor K. AdeLecture 1 Research Methodology 13 Problems encountered in countries like Bangladesh Insufficient interaction between Academics and Practitioners Lack of training on the part of researchers Fear that information provided to researchers may be used against them Secondary sources of data are not timely available
- 14. Eng. Kishor K. AdeLecture 1 Research Methodology 14 Way forward to overcome research problems in Bangladesh Greater interaction between academic institutions and practicing organizations/ government/ NGOs etc. More education and training on research methodology National Policy on Research mentioning that research data can not be used against the person Timely publication of secondary data and enforcement of Act on “Right to Information”
- 15. Eng. Kishor K. AdeLecture 1 Research Methodology 15 References: Research Methodology- Method and Techniques by C.R.Kothari Management Research Methodology by K.N.Krishnaswamy,A.I.Sivakumar and M.Mathirajan
- 16. Eng. Kishor K. AdeLecture 1 Research Methodology 16 enggkishor@gmail.com Thank You