UNIT-I
Introduction: - Meaning of the Research – Qualities of a research worker – Scientific Method – Definition – stages of scientific study – Different steps in scientific study – Logical Methods – Inductive & Deductive Methods – Nature of the Phenomena & the use of the scientific methods. Approach to a Research Project :- Purpose of Research – Functions in Research – Research Programme – Problem solving through research /financial aspects of research – Research Design ( Selective topic, Coverage, Hypothesis) – Sources of Information – Nature of study – Definition of terms – Techniques of study – Collection, Analysis & presentation of the data – Testing hypothesis – Stating results.
UNIT-II
Use of the Library: - Finding the correct sources of information – Uses of books, periodicals & encyclopedia – Taking down notes – Collection & organization of Material. Research Method :- Sampling Method – Observation Method – Case Study Method – Interview Method – Survey Method – Experimental Method – Questionnaire Method - Library Method – Documentary Method – Suitable Combination & Selection of Method – advantages, disadvantages & limitations of methods.
UNIT-III
Presentation of Information:-Analysis of information – Classification, tabulation & interpretation – Presentation of data & its application – Pictorial presentation – Composition of information (quotation, footnotes, bibliography - tables, standards, abbreviations) - style of writing. Coordinating contents :- Front matter (blank sheet, title page, dedication, preface, table of contents, list of tables, list of figures, list of appendices etc. ) – Text proper Chapter wise information ) – Back matter ( appendices, glossary, bibliography, index, blank sheet)
UNIT-IV
Multivariate analysis – an overview of dependence and interdependence methods (multiple regression, discriminate analysis, conjoint analysis, factor analysis, cluster analysis); research report; ingredients and constructions of research report – procedure of preparation of reference and bibliography. Research Findings and Preparation and writing of a Research Report: - Benefits of implementation of actual research findings – carrying forward the studies – Management of research unit – Preparation and writing of a ‘Research Report’.