Basics of Research Methods: An Overview for Beginners
Keywords:
Research methodology, Sampling method, Study design, Odd ratio
Abstract
Research methodology is the route through which researchers are required to conduct their research. It
shows the path through which these researchers formulate their problem and purpose and present their
results from the data obtained during the study period. This research design and methodology shows how
the research results will be achieved in the end, along with fulfilling the purpose of the study. The purpose
of the research method is to satisfy the research plan and the goal prepared by the researcher. Scientific
research methods help us collect samples, data and find a solution to a problem.
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Published
2020-02-25
How to Cite
Pandey SK, Pandey S, Dwivedi S, Bajaj N, Kunder S. (2020). Basics of Research Methods: An Overview for Beginners. The Indian Practitioner, 73(2), 37-40. Retrieved from https://articles.theindianpractitioner.com/index.php/tip/article/view/930
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