Research Practice

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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.

Course Information

Estimated Time: 5-7 hours

Difficulty: Intermediate

By the end of this module, participants will be able to:

  1. Formulate a coherent and feasible research proposal.
  2. Structure a thesis or dissertation according to standard academic formats.
  3. Effectively conduct a literature review.
  4. Use referencing software to manage citations and bibliographies.
  5. Collect, organize, and analyze qualitative and quantitative data.
  6. Present research findings clearly and professionally.

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Introduction to Research Practice

Definition and importance of research
Types of research (qualitative, quantitative, mixed-methods)
Research ethics and integrity

Proposal Writing

Components of a research proposal
Developing research questions and hypotheses
Crafting a clear research aim and objectives
Writing the methodology section

Thesis and Dissertation Formatting

Standard thesis structures (e.g., IMRAD format)
Formatting guidelines (APA, MLA, Chicago, etc.)
Common pitfalls and best practices in academic writing

Citations and Referencing

Importance of proper referencing in research
Overview of referencing styles (APA, MLA, Chicago, Harvard, etc.)
Tools for referencing

Conducting a Literature Review

Purpose and importance of literature reviews
Identifying credible sources
Strategies for systematic literature searching
Synthesizing and writing the review

Data Collection Methods

Qualitative data collection techniques: interviews, focus groups, observations
Quantitative data collection techniques: surveys, experiments
Ethical considerations in data collection

Data Analysis

Introduction to qualitative data analysis 
Introduction to quantitative data analysis 
Visualizing data

Presenting Research Findings

Writing research reports and papers
Preparing for oral presentations and conferences
Effective use of visuals and presentation tools

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