INTRODUCTION
In this module, the research process introduces the process of scientific research covering components such as research problem, methodology and findings. One has to familiarize with these components before embarking on a research. This section gives an overview of the entire research process and the research proposal outline.
Overview of Research Process
1) identifying research problem
2) review of literature
3) objectives and hypotheses
4) measurement of variables
5) validity and reliability
6) research instrument
7) population and sampling
8) data gathering
9) data analysis
10) interpreting results
11) report writing
Research proposal
It is a document or blueprint prepared prior to conducting a research. The purposes are to justify the rationale for the research and planning for the design, budgeting and resource utilization.
Research proposal outline
Cover page
Table of contents
CHAPTER 1
INTRODUCTION
Background of the study
Statement of the problem
Research objectives
Research questions
Significance of the study
Limitations of the study
Definition of terms
CHAPTER 2
LITERATURE REVIEW
Definitions
Sub topics (includes of independent and dependent variables of interest)
- it gives an account of what is already known and relevant in the area of interest. It serves in defining the frontiers of the research area and placing the research questions in perspective).
CHAPTER 3
METHODOLOGY
Research design
Sampling frame
Population
Sampling technique
Sample size
Unit of analysis
Instrument
Validity of instrument
Data collection procedures
Plan for data analysis
