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Research Methodology

Sheikh Thanbir Alam

Senior Software Programmer, AWGC, BD Army

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What is Research?

Research is defined as the creation of new knowledge or the use of existing knowledge in a new and creative way so as to generate new concepts, methodologies and understandings. This could include synthesis and analysis of previous research to the extent that it leads to new and creative outcomes.

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Qualitative Vs Quantitative Research

  • Qualitative research is a type of research that focuses on understanding and interpreting people's experiences, perspectives, and behaviours through non-numerical data such as interviews, observations, and textual analysis.
  • Quantitative research is a type of research that uses numerical data and statistical analysis to understand and explain patterns, relationships, and trends in a systematic and objective way.

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Reading Iteration

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Abstract

  • Research Focus
  • Research Objectives or Hypothesis
  • Methods Used
  • Key Results
  • Conclusions
  • Keywords

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Introduction

  • Research Context and Background
  • Research Problem and Research Questions/Objectives
  • Rationale and Motivation
  • Scope and Limitations
  • Methodology Overview
  • Thesis Statement or Research Hypothesis
  • Outline of the Paper
  • Contribution

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Literature Review

  • Introduction to the Literature Review
  • Establishing the Context
  • Review of Relevant Literature
  • Organizing Themes and Concepts
  • Highlighting Gaps and Contradictions
  • Building a Theoretical Framework
  • Citing and Referencing
  • Transition to Research Objectives
  • Critical Analysis
  • Scope and Inclusion Criteria

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Proposed Approach

  • Description of the Approach
  • Technical Details
  • Algorithm
  • Model
  • Mathematical formula

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Result Discussion

  • Quantitative Analysis
  • Qualitative Analysis
  • Comparison to Hypotheses or Research Questions
  • Discussion of Patterns and Trends
  • Relation to Existing Literature
  • Addressing Research Objectives
  • Limitations and Caveats
  • Implications and Applications

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Conclusion

  • Implications of Findings
  • Limitations
  • Contributions and Significance
  • Future Research Directions
  • Final Thoughts

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Let's Read a Paper

Paper Link

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