Advanced Research Methods (MEA 409)
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MEA 409 – ADVANCED RESEARCH METHODS
Module Objective
To prepare learners to design, conduct and critically assess advanced MEAL research and evaluation studies.
Learning Outcomes
Learners should be able to:
1. Develop research problems.
2. Formulate research questions.
3. Develop research objectives.
4. Conduct literature reviews.
5. Develop conceptual frameworks.
6. Select appropriate research designs.
7. Apply mixed methods.
8. Develop sampling strategies.
9. Analyse quantitative and qualitative data.
10. Prepare research proposals.
11. Apply research ethics.
12. Critically assess research evidence.
Module Content
1. Advanced research methodology
2. Research paradigms
3. Research problems
4. Research questions
5. Research objectives
6. Literature review
7. Theoretical frameworks
8. Conceptual frameworks
9. Quantitative research
10. Qualitative research
11. Mixed methods
12. Experimental research
13. Quasi-experimental research
14. Sampling
15. Data collection
16. Data analysis
17. Validity and reliability
18. Research ethics
19. Research proposal development
20. Academic and professional research writing
Major Output
A complete research/evaluation proposal.
IPSD Contact Information
Mr. Peter Senesie, IPSD Assistant Vice President and Dean
Email: psenesie@pathsu.education
Whats App: +232 76 752525
Dr. Michael Udam, Associate Dean, IPSD
Email: mudam@pathsu.education
Whats App: +234 803 249 6398
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