Introduction to Research Methodology

In the Research Methodology section, we have attempted to provide some information about how to create a design for a research study. We offer a basic overview of the research methods portion of a research proposal and then some data analysis templates for different types of designs.

The design of any research project requires considerable attention to the research methods and the proposed data analysis. Within this section, we have attempted to provide some information about how to produce a research design for a study. We offer a basic overview of the research methods portion of a research proposal and then some data analysis templates for different types of designs. Our goal is not to answer every question, but provide a head start.

Research Methods

The methods section of any proposal must address several fundamental design components. The research method documents describes a number of components required for a fundable proposal.

Data Analysis Methods 

Data analysis methods vary considerably from and even within the types of research designs. Some methods, such as single-subject designs, do not necessarily need a australian pokies online statistical analysis to convey experimental control over the dependent variables. Most “quantitative” designs, such as randomized trials and many quasi-experimental designs, require statistical analysis. The statistical analysis templates cover quantitative methods and include the following design and analysis combinations:

Randomized controlled trial with analysis of covariance.

 

Disclaimer

Please keep in mind that these templates have been provided for members of the NCSeT community. We hope to help NCSeT members develop a strong line of research across a number of related areas. Because the materials presented here represent the intellectual property of Dr. Keith Smolkowski and NCSeT, please do not distribute these materials without permission.

© 2007 Keith Smolkowski