Syllabus
Course Code: WS(C) 12 Course Name: Research Methodology in Women’s Studies-I |
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MODULE NO / UNIT | COURSE SYLLABUS CONTENTS OF MODULE | NOTES |
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1 | Scientific Methods of Research, Meaning and Objectives of Social Science Research, Motivating factors of Social Science Research, Types of Research: Fundamental Research, Applied Social Research, Quasi-Social Research, Qualities of a good Researcher, Ethics in Research |
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2 | Research Design, Definition and Objectives of Research Design, Functions of Research Design, Types of Research Design: Qualitative and Quantitative Research, Problem Formulation, Formulation of Hypothesis and its Types |
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3 | Tools and Techniques of Research, Data Collection Techniques: Observation, Schedule, Questionnaire, Interview, Case Study, Sampling: Principles and Types of Sampling, Merits and Demerits of Sampling, The Data: Meaning, Types and Sources, Primary Data and Secondary Data |
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4 | Approach to Research in Women's Studies, Need for Research on Women’s Issues, Scope and Significance of Research in Women's Studies, Distinctive Methodology for Research in Women's Studies: Feminist Research Methodology |
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