Research- Meaning, purpose and approaches
Conceptualization and Measurement - Variables, concepts and measurement, levels of measurement, units of analysis
The Research Process
Sampling and Sampling Design
Types of sampling, their advantages and disadvantages: Convenient sample, Random sample Stratified sampling, Cluster sample, Purposive sampling, Snow ball sampling. Selection of adequate sample size Census and Sample survey Steps in sampling design
Methods for collecting primary and secondary data
Methods of collecting primary data
· Questionnaire
· Schedules
· Interview
Methods of collecting secondary data
Precautions while using secondary data
Data processing and Data analysis
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