AdministratorWhy is methodology important in research?
A methodology will give you that path. And choosing a wholly suitable and sound method that is right for your research project will give you the path to help you succeed. A methodology will give you the guidelines to make your project manageable, smooth and effective.
What is research methodology and its type?
Types of research methods can be broadly divided into two quantitative and qualitative categories. Quantitative research “describes, infers, and resolves problems using numbers. Emphasis is placed on the collection of numerical data, the summary of those data and the drawing of inferences from the data”[2].
What is meant by research methodology?
Research methodology is the specific procedures or techniques used to identify, select, process, and analyze information about a topic. In a research paper, the methodology section allows the reader to critically evaluate a study’s overall validity and reliability.
What is the point of a methodology?
The methodology describes the broad philosophical underpinning to your chosen research methods, including whether you are using qualitative or quantitative methods, or a mixture of both, and why. You should be clear about the academic basis for all the choices of research methods that you have made.
How do you explain a methodology in a presentation?
- Step 1: Explain your methodological approach. Begin by introducing your overall approach to the research.
- Step 2: Describe your methods of data collection and/or selection.
- Step 3: Describe your methods of analysis.
- Step 4: Evaluate and justify your methodological choices.
What are the examples of primary and secondary data?
Primary and secondary source examples
| Primary source | Secondary source |
|---|---|
| Letters and diaries written by a historical figure | Biography of the historical figure |
| Essay by a philosopher | Textbook summarizing the philosopher’s ideas |
| Photographs of a historical event | Documentary about the historical event |