The course will introduce

participant to the principal theoretical perspectives of research to quantitative and qualitative techniques, research designs including, data collection methods, data analysis and ethical considerations in research.

In addition it provides practical guide and steps to write a research report and manuscript for publication.

General aim:

The aim of the course is to introduce participants to the principles of good research practice and to prepare them to conduct the research and writing for publication.

The course will cover the following topics:

1- Principal concepts of research methods

2- Basic knowledge about different types of research designs

3-Selection of a research topic/ research area.

4-Review of the research literature.

5- Formulation of research objectives.

6-Sampling (size, technique, frame, unit)

7- Methods and techniques of data collection.

8- Types of variables

9-Data analysis/ and basic statistical concepts and analysis

10- Ethical consideration

11-Budget and timeline

12-Research report writing

12- Manuscript writing for publication 

Continuous assessment through quizzes

2-Participants are requested to prepare a concept note and outline frame

work for research proposal.

3- Participants should include a clear statement of the research problem, a

synopsis of the research design, and an outline of the research methods

together with a provisional review of literature relevant to their research

project. In the proposal,

4- Participants will be required to demonstrate an understanding of the key

theoretical and methodological perspectives relevant to their research

project.