Lesson 2 selection of research topic
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The document outlines the research process for the EMGT 3172 course at Rajarata University of Sri Lanka, focusing on selecting a research topic, problem identification, and criteria for topic selection. It emphasizes the importance of relevance, avoidance of duplication, feasibility, political acceptability, applicability, urgency, and ethical considerations. Additionally, it discusses limitations that may affect the decision-making process in research projects.
Lesson 2 selection of research topic
- 1. Rajarata University of Sri Lanka P.B. Dharmasena 0777-613234, 0717-613234 dharmasenapb@ymail.com, dharmasenapb@gmail.com Rajarata University of Sri Lanka P.B. Dharmasena 0777-613234, 0717-613234 dharmasenapb@ymail.com, dharmasenapb@gmail.com https://independent.academia.edu/PunchiBandageDharmasena https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Punchi_Bandage_Dharmasena/contributions http://www.slideshare.net/DharmasenaPb LESSON TWO EMGT 3172 (1:15) B.A. (Special) Degree Program Monday 10.30 am – 12.30 pm Hall: EML
- 2. Research Process 1. Formulating a research problem 2. Conceptualizing a research design 3. Constructing an instrument for data collection 4. Selecting a sample 5. Writing a research proposal 6. Collecting data 7. Processing data 8. Writing a research report WHAT? HOW? ACTUALLY DOING Lesson-2 Planning Conducting Decision At the end of last lesson
- 3. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY Learning objectives 1. Examine the importance of a research programme 2. Describe different types of research topics. 3. Understand the rationale in selecting a research topic 4. List the criteria for selecting a research topic. 5. Identify and select your own topic for research based on certain guidelines. Lesson-2 LESSON TWO SELECTION OF RESEARCH TOPIC
- 4. Problem Identification • Why research is required? – Difference or discrepancy between what it is and what it should be; – Reason for this difference is unclear (research question); – There can be more than one possible and plausible (apparent) answer to the question (or solution to the problem). Lesson-2
- 5. Types of Research Topic • Unanswered question • Unsolved question • Concern • Query • Statement of inquiry Lesson-2 • Personal interest • Social problem • Testing theory • Prior research • Program evaluation • Human service practice • Minorities in research
- 6. Criteria for Selecting a Topic • Relevance: – The topic you choose should be a priority problem: Questions to be asked include: • How large or widespread is the problem? • Who is affected? • How severe is the problem? • Avoidance of duplication: Investigate whether the topic has been already researched • Feasibility: Consider the complexity of the problem and the resources you will require to carry out the study. • Political acceptability: It is advisable to research a topic that has the interest and support of the authorities. • Applicability of possible results and recommendations • Urgency of data needed • Ethical acceptability – religious issues, racial conflicts, cast problems Lesson-2
- 7. Scales for Rating Research Topics Lesson-2 Factor Rating 1 2 3 Relevance Not relevant Relevant Very relevant Avoidance of duplication Sufficient information already available Some information available but major issues not covered No sound information available on which to base problem-solving Feasibility Study not feasible considering available resources Study feasible considering available resources Study very feasible considering available resources Political acceptability Topic not acceptable Topic somewhat acceptable Topic fully acceptable Applicability No chance of recommendations being implemented Some chance of recommendations being implemented Good chance of recommendations being implemented Urgency of data needed Information not urgently needed Information could be used but a delay of some months would be acceptable Data very urgently needed for decision- making Ethical acceptability Major ethical problems Minor ethical problems No ethical problems
- 8. Rating Sheet Lesson-2 Criteria for selecting a research topic Proposed Topic Social Problem 1 Social Problem 2 Social Problem 3 Relevance Avoidance of duplication Feasibility Political acceptability Applicability Urgency of data needed Ethical acceptability Total
- 9. Limitations in Deciding a Research Project • Time constraint • Financial considerations • Anticipating and avoiding problems • Equipment limitations • Views of Supervisor • Cost Vs. Benefit • Lack of understanding of the problem perspective • Lack of knowledge on related theories • Social environment Lesson-2