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Sarantakos defined research method as “the theory of methods” (Sarantakos 2012; p. 465), or the way through which a researcher makes sense of the object of inquiry. Within research methodology, research strategy assumes as the “general plan of how the researcher will go about answering the research questions” (Saunders et al. 2009; p. 90).
module-54, research design, research methodologyIn order to gain in-depth knowledge of underlying reasons and motivations, qualitative research is conducted. However, qualitative research also have limitations.
module-54, research limitations, research methodologyFrom traditional validity testing in quantitative research study, scholars have initiated determination of validity in qualitative studies as well (Golafshani 2003). However, according to Creswell & Miller (2000), the task of evaluating validity is challenging on many levels given the plethora of perspectives given by different authors at different time periods.
module-54, research methodology, research validityWhen making inferences from data analysis, sample assumes a primary position. Sample for any research is selected by following a particular sampling plan.
module-54, research methodology, research samplingQuantitative research main purpose is the quantification of the data. It allows generalisations of the results by measuring the views and responses of the sample population. Every research methodology consists two broad phases namely planning and execution (Younus 2014).
module-54, research limitations, research methodologyAs discussed in my previous article “Understanding research” there could be different purposes for research. It can be exploratory or descriptive and the research methods are not mutually exclusive. However, over the period of research the researcher may identify more than one purpose and choose a research method.
research methodologyIn my previous article Questionnaire development in theses and dissertation, I have discussed about the questionnaire development process, the next step is to administer the questionnaire. Questionnaire administration in a proper way and to chose the sample from population is important. It assists the researcher in incurring actual data.
developing questionnaire, module-54, research methodology, research samplingChoosing an appropriate research philosophy is an important part of research methodology. In fact as Guba & Lincoln, (1982) has propounded, philosophical paradigm within a research holds utmost importance, as it is the “basic belief system or world view that guides the investigation” (p. 105).
module-54, research design, research methodology