Insert Your Research Proposal Title Here

Research Methodology

Purpose of Research:

[Clearly restate the purpose of your research project as identified in your introduction section. This should be a concise statement highlighting what you aim to investigate.]

Prior Research:

[Provide a review of existing research relevant to your topic. Briefly discuss findings from similar studies, highlighting any gaps in knowledge that your research aims to address. Briefly mention the sources you consulted.]

Theoretical Orientation:

[Describe the theoretical framework that underpins your research. Explain how this theory helps guide your understanding of the research problem and the relationships between variables.]

Concept Definition:

[Define the key concepts central to your research. Focus on complex or specific terms that may require clarification for a clear understanding of your study. Avoid defining common or easily understood concepts.]

Research Hypotheses:

[Based on your research questions, formulate two clear and testable research hypotheses. Hypotheses should predict the relationship between the variables you are studying.]

Unit of Analysis:

[Specify the specific entities or individuals that constitute the basic unit of analysis in your research. This could be individuals, organizations, events, etc., depending on your research question.]

Data Collection Techniques:

[Describe the methods you will use to gather data for your research. This could involve surveys, questionnaires, interviews, observations, or a combination of methods. Explain why these methods are suitable for your research question and target population.]

Sampling Procedures:

[Outline the type of sampling (e.g., random, convenience, purposive) you will employ to select participants or data points for your study. Explain the rationale behind your chosen sampling method and how you will determine the sample size.]

Instruments Used:

[If using surveys, questionnaires, or interview protocols, describe the specific instrument you will employ. Briefly explain the instrument’s development or validation process and how it aligns with your research objectives.]

Analytic Techniques:

[Describe the statistical procedures you will use to analyze the collected data. This will depend on the nature of your data (quantitative or qualitative) and your research hypotheses. Consider descriptive statistics, hypothesis testing, or qualitative analysis methods.]

Time Frame:

[Outline the estimated timeframe for completing your research project. This should include the duration for data collection, analysis, and writing your report.]

Note:

Remember to replace the bracketed information with details specific to your research proposal. This provides a general framework for your research methodology section. You may need to adapt it based on your specific research design and chosen methods.