RESEARCH METHODOLOGY IN HOME SCIENCE (PRACTICAL)

Paper Code: 
CHSC 612
Credits: 
2
Contact Hours: 
60.00
Max. Marks: 
100.00
Objective: 

Course Objectives (COs):

This course will enable the students to –

1. Understand the use of random number tables for sampling

2. Apply the knowledge of data collection in collecting and analysing data

Course Outcomes (COs):

Course

Learning outcomes

(at course level)

Learning and teaching strategies

Assessment

Strategies

Paper Code

Paper Title

CHSC 612

 

 

 

 

Research Methodology in Home Science

(Practical)

 

 

 

 

The students will be able to -

CO261:Plan the use random number tables for sampling.

CO262: Develop Questionnaire and conduct interview, FGDs etc. for research

CO263:Classify data on percentage basis and write report with tables and graphs

 

Approach in teaching:

Interactive Lectures, Discussion, Demonstration, Team teaching

 

Learning activities for the students:

Self learning assignments, Giving tasks, Field practical

 

Class test, Semester end examinations, Assignments, Presentation, Individual and group projects

 

CONTENTS

  •  Exercise in sampling, random number table.
  • Exercise in designing tools and their analysis:
  • Interview
  •  Questionnaire (mailed also)
  • Data collection process:
  • Conducting interviews
  •  FGDs
  • Case studies
  • Questionnaire
  • Data compilation on percentage basis and report writing with tables and graphs

 

Essential Readings: 
  • Kumar, R.  (2005) Research Methodology : A Step by Step Guide for Beginners. Sage Publications, New Delhi.
  • Kerlinger F. N. and Lee, H.B. (2000) Foundations of Behavioural Research 4th Ed. Harcourt College Publishers
  • Kothari, C. R. (2008) Research Methodology: Methods and Techniques 2nd Ed. New Age International Pvt Ltd, New Delhi.
  • Black, J.A. & Champion, D. J. ( 1976) Methods and Issues in Social Research. New York: John Wiley

 

 

Academic Year: 
2021-2022
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