Methodolgy pptx
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Methodology: a system of methods used in a particular area of study or activity.
Your methodology refers to the systematic approach used to conduct research, investigate problems, and gather data. It involves various techniques and procedures - a collection of 4 methods - to identify, collect, analyze, and interpret data to answer your research questions and / or solve problems ralted to the SP
The SP is underpinned by deployment of accurate research methods. You need to be fully aware and justify the technical approach(es) adopted. Below are simple descriptions with links to further in-depth study. Methods are the "results" of chapters 1 & 2 and provide the "engine" for the rest of the SP.
Explore the links and deepen your knowledge.
Involves the collection and analysis of numerical data using statistical methods. It's often used to study cause-and-effect relationships and make predictions
Involves the collection and analysis of non-numerical data such as words, images, and observations. It's used to explore complex phenomena and gain an in-depth understanding of a topic
Combines both quantitative and qualitative research methods to provide a more comprehensive analysis..
Involves an in-depth examination of a single case or a small number of cases.
Focuses on collaborative problem-solving and is often used in educational and organizational settings
Involves the manipulation of variables to determine cause-and-effect relationships
Involves collecting data from a sample of individuals using questionnaires or interviews
Chapter 3 accounts for 10% of marks AND "application of methods" a further 25%. Methods are another key section of the SP. Each SP is different but as a minimum your methodology should address details of the 4 methods - literature search, domain specific primary, data analysis method and project management
Scan summary and use Links to deepen knowledge
Briefly introduce the methodology and its importance; again, managing expectation - clearly states what, why and how LR search devloped. Needs to cover - problem, concepts / theories and recent work in the field.
Refer to LR section: you have made notes on your approach - this section outlines in a rigorous manner. State actions you took and support with data.
Explain whether your study is qualitative, quantitative, or mixed-methods, and justify your choice again using RM literature
Detail the tools and techniques used to gather data (e.g., surveys, interviews, experiments). Useful, if you were to justify selected approach with RM literature - adds to your marks for Use of Literature
Describe who participated in the study, how they were selected, and any relevant demographic information.
You need DETAIL: explain how the collected data was processed and analyzed - this should have been identfied at the end of the LR
Discuss any ethical issues encountered and how they were addressed. Even, if there are no extant issues you should report that!
Acknowledge any limitations of your study and how they might affect the results. Details of how you collected valid data, avoided error or bias?
Full details of how the project has been planned to be executed
Link to results - e.g. state next chapter details execution and presents results
Methods derive from the literature review and drive data collection and latter sections of the project. So they are vital to the success of the SP. Engage with these activities please.
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