Research Methodology Syllabus

Research Methodology Course

Course Title	[COURSE TITLE]
Course Code	[COURSE CODE]
Instructor Name	[YOUR NAME]
Email	[YOUR EMAIL]
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1. Course Description

This course aims to equip students with thorough understanding and practical application of research methodologies. It will cover various fundamental concepts and practices involved in conducting a research study.

2. Instructor Information

Instructor: [YOUR NAME]
Contact: [YOUR EMAIL]
Organization: [YOUR COMPANY NAME]

3. Learning Objectives

Understand the fundamental principles of research design and methodology
Develop skills for conducting original research and data analysis
Acquire the ability to write a comprehensive research proposal
Learn to critically evaluate research studies
Enhance presentation skills through the demonstration of research findings

4. Course Schedule

Week	Topic	Assignment
1	Introduction to Research Methodologies	None
2	Research Paradigms and Philosophical Foundations	Reading: Creswell (Ch. 2)
3	Research Designs	Reading: Creswell (Ch. 3)
4	Qualitative Research Methods	Reading: Creswell (Ch. 4)
5	Quantitative Research Methods	Reading: Creswell (Ch. 5)
6	Mixed Methods Research	Reading: Creswell (Ch. 6)

5. Required Reading and Materials

Creswell, J. (2018). Research Design: Qualitative, Quantitative, and Mixed Methods Approaches. Sage Publications.
American Psychological Association (2019). Publication Manual of the American Psychological Association (7th ed.). APA.

6. Assignments and Assessments

Weekly reading assignments from the provided textbooks and materials
Midterm exam covering the first half of the course topics
Research proposal outlining the design of your original research project
Presentation of research findings at the end of the course
Final exam covering all course topics

7. Course Policy

Respect for all participants in the class is expected
Assignments should be submitted by the due date
Academic honesty is strictly enforced
Participation in class discussions is mandatory
Attendance is required for complete understanding and participation

8. Grading Policy

Category	Percentage
Assignments	40%
Midterm exam	20%
Research proposal	20%
Final exam	20%

9. Disclaimer

The details and timetable that have been previously outlined are not unchangeable or fixed permanently. As such, it's important to understand that they can be subject to alterations at any moment. Consequently, the onus falls on the student to ensure that they remain informed about the continually evolving situation. In order to stay up-to-date, students are encouraged to routinely monitor for the possibility of changes or additions to the initial information and schedule that was given.