Basic Research Methodology: A Complete Guide
Course Overview
Research is the foundation of knowledge creation, academic excellence, and informed decision-making. **Basic Research Methodology: A Complete Guide** provides participants with a comprehensive understanding of **scientific research principles, techniques, design, and academic research skills**, enabling them to conduct rigorous and effective research in any field.
This course covers **research fundamentals, problem formulation, research design, data collection methods, analysis techniques, and reporting**, preparing learners for academic, professional, or applied research projects.
Course Objectives
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
1. Understand the fundamentals and philosophy of scientific research.
2. Formulate clear, relevant, and researchable problems.
3. Identify appropriate research designs and methodologies.
4. Apply quantitative and qualitative research techniques.
5. Collect, analyze, and interpret research data effectively.
6. Develop academic research skills, including literature review, referencing, and reporting.
Learning Outcomes
Participants will be able to:
* Define and understand scientific research and its principles.
* Formulate research questions and hypotheses.
* Select suitable research designs and methodologies.
* Apply data collection techniques, including surveys, interviews, and experiments.
* Use analytical methods to interpret research data accurately.
* Prepare research reports, papers, and presentations following academic standards.
Who Should Attend
* Students preparing for academic research or thesis work
* Researchers and professionals seeking systematic research skills
* Educators and faculty involved in scholarly research
* Entrepreneurs conducting market or feasibility research
* Anyone interested in learning scientific research methods
Course Outline (5 Days)
Day 1 – Fundamentals of Scientific Research
* Definition, importance, and objectives of research
* Characteristics and principles of scientific research
* Philosophy of research: positivism, interpretivism, pragmatism
* Ethics in research and responsible conduct
* Hands-on: Identifying research topics and objectives
Day 2 – Problem Formulation & Literature Review
* Selecting and defining research problems
* Formulating research questions and hypotheses
* Conducting a literature review: sources, techniques, and synthesis
* Identifying gaps in existing research
* Hands-on: Drafting research problem statements
Day 3 – Research Design & Methodology
* Types of research: exploratory, descriptive, explanatory, applied, and basic
* Research designs: experimental, quasi-experimental, correlational, case study, longitudinal, cross-sectional
* Qualitative vs. quantitative research approaches
* Sampling techniques and population selection
* Hands-on: Choosing appropriate research design for a given problem
Day 4 – Data Collection & Analysis Techniques
* Methods of data collection: surveys, interviews, observations, experiments, secondary data
* Measurement scales and validity/reliability
* Introduction to statistical and qualitative analysis techniques
* Using software tools for data analysis (SPSS, Excel, NVivo)
* Hands-on: Designing data collection instruments and analyzing sample data
Day 5 – Academic Research Skills & Reporting
* Academic writing and formatting research reports
* Referencing styles: APA, MLA, Chicago
* Presenting research findings effectively: tables, charts, and visuals
* Evaluating and interpreting results for conclusions
* Action Plan: Developing a mini research project from problem formulation to report
* Hands-on: Preparing a research report and presenting findings
Certification
Participants will receive the
**Certificate in Basic Research Methodology**
from **KE Leaders Training Centre, London**, validating their expertise in research design, methods, data analysis, and academic research skills.
Key Benefits
✔ Master fundamentals of scientific research and methodology
✔ Formulate research problems, questions, and hypotheses
✔ Apply qualitative and quantitative research techniques
✔ Collect, analyze, and interpret data effectively
✔ Develop academic writing, reporting, and presentation skills
✔ Prepare for thesis, dissertation, or professional research projects
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