Research Methodology In Teaching Assessment

CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION(8 MARKS; WORDLIMITS = 650- 800)

Guidelines to write this chapter:

1. The contents of this chapter is covered in Lectures No. [2 & 4]
2. For more help in writing this chapter, please refer to Activities No. [1, 4,5]
3. You might need to make changes and modifications at the end, after you reviewed the literature critically, finalized your problem, and decide about the methodological strategy.

Introduction (2 marks;word limits: 100)

• Give a brief introduction of the content of this introductory chapter Statement of the Problem (2 marks- activity; word limits: 200)

Clearly present the research problem. The research problem gives you the basis for the research method and discussions. Ensure that the problem is stated clearly. (Note: this should be based on the research gap that driven from the literature review, see chapter two)

Aims and Objectives of the Study (2 marks; word limits: 50)

Clearly present the specific aims and objectives of the study

Research Questions (1mark; word limits: 50)

Mention the research questions addressed.

Significance of the Study (2 marks- activity; word limits: 150)

Write the reason(s) why this research is needed/important. Describe the situation that led to the need for this research.

Context of Research: (2marks; word limits: 150)

Relevant literature to the research context should also be included.Organization profile, reasons for choosing the organization.

Chapter 2: REVIEW OF RELATED LITERATURE(17 Marks; wordsLimits= 1250 -1500)

Guidelines to write this chapter:

1. The contents of this chapter is covered in Lectures No. [3 & 4] and Workshop [1 & 2]
2. For more help in writing this chapter, please refer to Activities No. [2, 3]
3. You might need to make changes and modifications at the end, after you reviewed the literature critically and receive feedback on your gap and proposed conceptual feedback

Introduction (2 marks;2 marks; word limits: 200)

Make a connection to what has immediately gone before. Recap the last chapter. Example ‘In the last chapter it was shown that… Having argued in the previous chapter that…’ It is also possible to make a link between this chapter and the whole argument… The first step in answering the research question (repeat question) .. was to present below the related literature.

Related Literature (7Marks; 2 marks; word limits: 1000)

Include here the theories used to support this research. Include the findings of other researchers. (Only include literature related to study carried in a time span of 10 years, with the exception of referring to the framework/theories provided by the pioneers in the field)

Research Gap(3.5 marks word limits: 200)

Identify the gap from the existing literature and focus on how the proposed study contribute to the field. Contribution could be in terms of innovative idea or it could be an extension of existing knowledge or as well it could be in terms of methodological and contextual contribution.Relevance of Research Question/ Research Objectives/problem after Gap Analysis

Conceptual Framework (researcher’s map)(3.5 marks)

This section should include your understanding of how the particular variables in your study connect to each other. It shows the variables required in the research investigation. For instance, prepare a diagram to show the dependent and independent variables and their relationships (This is mostly for quantitative research

Conclusion: (1 mark;word limits: 100)

CHAPTER 3: RESEARCH METHODOLOGY(20 Marks; wordlimits = 1500)

Guidelines to write this chapter:

1. The contents of this chapter is covered in Lectures No. [5-10 & 12]
2. For more help in writing this chapter, please refer to Activities No. [6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18]

Introduction (2 marks;words limits: 150)

Now focus the reader’s attention on what this chapter is specifically going to do and why it is important. Example ‘In this chapter we will examine the … This is crucial in (aim of thesis/research question) in order to….

Type of Research (2 marks;words limits: 200)

• Brief about the type of study, quantitative or qualitative or mixed method.
• Justify why this type of research is preferred in the current research, why not other types of research?

Research Design (2 marks;words limits: 200)

• Brief about the type of research design, explorative, descriptive, etc. (justification of selection is required)
• Brief about the type of reasoning, Inductive or Deductive (justification of selection is required)

Research Respondents (2marks; words limits: 200)

Population and Sample: Provide the sampling method used. Describe the respondents of the study.

Research Instrument/Date Collection Method(s) (5 marks; words limits: 250)

• Describe the research instrument(s) used to gather primary data.
• Include a sample of attempted interview schedule/questionnaire (annex it along with the report)

Research Procedure: (2marks; words limits: 150)

• Describe the procedure used in gathering primary and/or secondary data.
• Develop a time-plan for date collection and describe who, where you meet the participants.

Ethical Considerations (2 marks; words limits: 150)

Describe the ethical implications and how the study preserves the confidentiality of data and anonymity of the participants.

Analysis of Data (3 marks;words limits: 200)

Describe the procedure in analyzing the data. What statistical tool was used?

Conclusion

Summarize the information given in this chapter and the link that is expected in the next chapter.

REFERENCES(2 Marks)