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RESEARCH PROJECT (Practical)
The course will enable the students to construct a comprehensive and original research project, Formulate the process of academic research, including topic, objectives, methodology, develop abilities in critical thinking, analysis, and synthesis of information from diverse scholarly sources, train students in the practical aspects of research design, instil awareness of ethical issues in research, familiarize students with academic tools and technologies for literature management, formatting, editing, and citation (e.g., Zotero, Mendeley, MS Word formatting tools), searching and finalizing authentic Journals.
COURSE CONTENT:
Significance of Academic Research , choosing a researchable topic and defining objectives, methodology to be used in research, understanding of tools and techniques, purpose and process of reviewing literature, Building theoretical and conceptual frameworks.
Structuring the Research Project (Title, abstract, introduction, Literature review, Methodology, Analysis/discussion and Conclusion), Avoiding plagiarism and maintaining academic integrity
Citation styles : MLA VIII or IX, use of AI tools like Zotero, Mendeley, EndNote etc (relevant for the project),
Drafting, Editing and Finalizing the Research Work : Observing the research ethics. (Development of Oral presentation skills through conference participation).
Submission:
Research/Report Writing Submission Template
1. Title Page
• Title of the Report/Research
• Student Name and Roll Number
• Course Title and Semester
• Date of Submission
2. Abstract (150–250 words)
Provide a concise summary of the research purpose, methodology, findings, and
conclusions.
3. Table of Contents
Include page numbers for all main sections and subsections.
4. Introduction (1–4 pages)
• Background of the Topic
• Statement of the Problem
• Objectives
• Research Questions/Hypothesis
• Scope and Significance
5. Literature Review ( As per the topic)
Provide a critical review of existing research related to the topic and identify gaps.
6. Research Methodology
• Research Design
• Data Collection Tools and Techniques
• Sampling Methods(if any)
• Limitations
7. Analysis and Discussion ( As per the topic)
Present data analysis, interpretation of results, and theoretical implications.
8. Conclusion and Recommendations
Summarize findings, implications/applications, and suggest future research directions.
9. References / Bibliography
Use appropriate citation style (MLA VIII or IX).
10. Appendices
Include questionnaires, charts, transcripts, images or any additional materials.
Deadline: 10 days before the commencement of the exam
Mode of Submission: Soft copy (email/ google drive)
Hard copy to be submitted to the department/ school in prescribed format/ bylaws of the
university
- Extracts from ‘Facilitating Coherence across Qualitative Research Papers’. Ronald J. Chenail & Maureen Duffy (Nova Southeastern University, Fort Landerdale, Florida, USA) and Sally St. George & Dan Wulff (University of Calgary, Alberta, Canada).
- Booth, Wayne C, et al., The Craft of Research. 4th Edition. The Univ. of Chicago Press, 2016.
Suggested Reading:
- Harner, James L. Literary Research Guide. 5th Edition, The Modern Language Association of America, 2008.
- MLA Handbook. 8th Edition. MLA, 2016.
References:
- https://sites.uci.edu/graduateinterconnect/2020/10/03/how-to-write-seminar-and-research-papers-effectively/
- http://www.nets.rwth-aachen.de/content/teaching/seminars/sub/seminar_hints/seminar_paper.pdf
- https://www.collegelib.com/seminar-report-preparation-sample-reports-and-guidelines/
- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LaM35le2PcY
- https://www.academia.edu/34275191/Guide_to_writing_Seminar_Papers
