Research Methodology 2

Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of this course, student will be able to: Explain the characteristics, language and logic of research methods; Describe the characteristics, language and logic of research methods; Explain the strengths and limitations of research methods; Plan adequate and ethical psychological research; Evaluate rigour of research (presented in both professional journals and the popular media)

Topics

1. Science of Psychology
2. Steps of Research
3. Variable
4. Types and Designs of Research
5. Problem and Hypothesis
6. Instrument and measurement
7. Sample
8. Research Proposal
9. Qualitative research: An overview
10. Types of qualitative research
11. Validity and reliability of qualitative research
12. Research report
13. Research ethics