Research Methods

Course Description

Basics of scientific method in the search (definition of search and its types, scientific method and its steps, how to choose a research’s problem), Library and research (organizing the library and choose books, references, bibliography, collection sources), Research methodology (classification of research methods,  search documentary, experimental method, text approach, research in natural sciences, mathematics, and technology), Preparation of the research plan (the basic elements of the research plan,  the importance of studying, plan to complete the search), Writing a research report (the component of the report and step’s writing, the general principles in the writing of the report, graphical presentation and photogrammetry, some common mistakes).

Learning Objectives

At the end of this unit, the student will be able to:

• Know the basics of scientific method in the research and how to search for information in the library,
• Choose the research methodology and develop a plan,
• Collect, analyze and provide search results,
• Write the thesis or a scientific research.

Skills to be developed in this course

• Understand some of the basic concepts of research and its methodologies.
• Identify appropriate research topics.
• Select and define appropriate research problem and its parameters.
• Organize and conduct a scientific research in a more appropriate manner.

Methods of Assessment
Homework & research project 35%
Mid-term exam 25%
Final exam 40%

References

Kothari, C.R.  (2006) Research Methodology: Methods and Techniques, New Age, International Publishers. New Delhi.  
Rubin, A. and Babbie E. (2005) Research Methods for Social Work, 5th Edition, Wadsworth/Thomson.
Kathleen, M. and Jonathan, W. (2011) How to Write Dissertations and Project Reports, Harlow, UK: Pearson Education Ltd.

Course ID: 8117502