This module is designed to equip new researchers with essential skills and knowledge to conduct rigorous academic research. The course provides a comprehensive overview of research methods, proposal writing, thesis formatting, referencing tools, literature reviews, and data analysis techniques. By the end of this module, participants will have the foundational competencies needed for effective research practice.
By the end of this module, participants will be able to:
- Formulate a coherent and feasible research proposal.
- Structure a thesis or dissertation according to standard academic formats.
- Effectively conduct a literature review.
- Use referencing software to manage citations and bibliographies.
- Collect, organize, and analyze qualitative and quantitative data.
- Present research findings clearly and professionally.
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Introduction to Research Practice
Definition and importance of research
Lesson 1 of 3 within section Introduction to Research Practice.
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Types of research (qualitative, quantitative, mixed-methods)
Lesson 2 of 3 within section Introduction to Research Practice.
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Research ethics and integrity
Lesson 3 of 3 within section Introduction to Research Practice.
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Proposal Writing
Components of a research proposal
Lesson 1 of 4 within section Proposal Writing.
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Developing research questions and hypotheses
Lesson 2 of 4 within section Proposal Writing.
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Crafting a clear research aim and objectives
Lesson 3 of 4 within section Proposal Writing.
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Writing the methodology section
Lesson 4 of 4 within section Proposal Writing.
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Thesis and Dissertation Formatting
Standard thesis structures (e.g., IMRAD format)
Lesson 1 of 3 within section Thesis and Dissertation Formatting.
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Formatting guidelines (APA, MLA, Chicago, etc.)
Lesson 2 of 3 within section Thesis and Dissertation Formatting.
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Common pitfalls and best practices in academic writing
Lesson 3 of 3 within section Thesis and Dissertation Formatting.
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Citations and Referencing
Importance of proper referencing in research
Lesson 1 of 3 within section Citations and Referencing.
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Overview of referencing styles (APA, MLA, Chicago, Harvard, etc.)
Lesson 2 of 3 within section Citations and Referencing.
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Lesson 3 of 3 within section Citations and Referencing.
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Conducting a Literature Review
Purpose and importance of literature reviews
Lesson 1 of 4 within section Conducting a Literature Review.
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Identifying credible sources
Lesson 2 of 4 within section Conducting a Literature Review.
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Strategies for systematic literature searching
Lesson 3 of 4 within section Conducting a Literature Review.
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Synthesizing and writing the review
Lesson 4 of 4 within section Conducting a Literature Review.
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Data Collection Methods
Qualitative data collection techniques: interviews, focus groups, observations
Lesson 1 of 3 within section Data Collection Methods.
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Quantitative data collection techniques: surveys, experiments
Lesson 2 of 3 within section Data Collection Methods.
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Ethical considerations in data collection
Lesson 3 of 3 within section Data Collection Methods.
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Data Analysis
Introduction to qualitative data analysis
Lesson 1 of 3 within section Data Analysis.
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Introduction to quantitative data analysis
Lesson 2 of 3 within section Data Analysis.
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Lesson 3 of 3 within section Data Analysis.
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Presenting Research Findings
Writing research reports and papers
Lesson 1 of 3 within section Presenting Research Findings.
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Preparing for oral presentations and conferences
Lesson 2 of 3 within section Presenting Research Findings.
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Effective use of visuals and presentation tools
Lesson 3 of 3 within section Presenting Research Findings.
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