Pre-requisites of the Course

References
Introduction to Research Methodology
The Motivation for Research
Research Approaches
Significance of Research
Research Methods versus Research Methodology
Research Process
Criteria for Good Research
Problems for Research in India
Recapitulation

01EC6999 Research Methodology

Introductory Lecture

Dr K.C.Raveendranathan SM IEEE
FIE & C.Eng, FIETE, LM ISTE, and LMIRSS

Dean (PG Studies), College of Engineering Trivandrum

August 22, 2017

Dr K.C.Raveendranathan SM IEEE FIE & C.Eng, FIETE, LM ISTE, and
01EC6999
LMIRSSResearch Methodology
 Pre-requisites of the Course
References
Introduction to Research Methodology
The Motivation for Research
Research Approaches
Significance of Research
Research Methods versus Research Methodology
Research Process
Criteria for Good Research
Problems for Research in India
Recapitulation

Outline of the Lecture

1 Pre-requisites of the Course
2 References
3 Introduction to Research Methodology
4 The Motivation for Research
5 Research Approaches
6 Significance of Research
7 Research Methods versus Research Methodology
8 Research Process
9 Criteria for Good Research
10 Problems for Research in India
Dr K.C.Raveendranathan SM IEEE FIE & C.Eng, FIETE, LM ISTE, and
01EC6999
LMIRSSResearch Methodology
 Pre-requisites of the Course
References
Introduction to Research Methodology
The Motivation for Research
Research Approaches
Significance of Research
Research Methods versus Research Methodology
Research Process
Criteria for Good Research
Problems for Research in India
Recapitulation

Pre-requisites of the Course :: Grading Plan

An open, inquisitive mind.

Elementary Mathematics and Statistics.
A good command of English.
The evaluation procedure is a continuous, graded process.
There will individual term projects and presentations. Since
there is no University examination, Grading plan is to be
evolved.

Dr K.C.Raveendranathan SM IEEE FIE & C.Eng, FIETE, LM ISTE, and

01EC6999
LMIRSSResearch Methodology
 Pre-requisites of the Course
References
Introduction to Research Methodology
The Motivation for Research
Research Approaches
Significance of Research
Research Methods versus Research Methodology
Research Process
Criteria for Good Research
Problems for Research in India
Recapitulation

Pre-requisites of the Course :: Grading Plan

An open, inquisitive mind.

Elementary Mathematics and Statistics.
A good command of English.
The evaluation procedure is a continuous, graded process.
There will individual term projects and presentations. Since
there is no University examination, Grading plan is to be
evolved.

Dr K.C.Raveendranathan SM IEEE FIE & C.Eng, FIETE, LM ISTE, and

01EC6999
LMIRSSResearch Methodology
 Pre-requisites of the Course
References
Introduction to Research Methodology
The Motivation for Research
Research Approaches
Significance of Research
Research Methods versus Research Methodology
Research Process
Criteria for Good Research
Problems for Research in India
Recapitulation

Pre-requisites of the Course :: Grading Plan

An open, inquisitive mind.

Elementary Mathematics and Statistics.
A good command of English.
The evaluation procedure is a continuous, graded process.
There will individual term projects and presentations. Since
there is no University examination, Grading plan is to be
evolved.

Dr K.C.Raveendranathan SM IEEE FIE & C.Eng, FIETE, LM ISTE, and

01EC6999
LMIRSSResearch Methodology
 Pre-requisites of the Course
References
Introduction to Research Methodology
The Motivation for Research
Research Approaches
Significance of Research
Research Methods versus Research Methodology
Research Process
Criteria for Good Research
Problems for Research in India
Recapitulation

References
Typical Suggestions.

1 Research Methodology: Method and Techniques, 3rd

Ed.,C R Kothari & Gaurav Garg (New Age International
Publishers)
2 Practical Research–Planning and Design, 4th Ed., Leady P
D (MW MacMillan Publishing Co.)
3 How to Write and Publish a Scientific Paper, Day R A
(CUP)
4 The Practice of Social Research, Earl Babbie
(Wordsworth Publishing Co.)
5 Practical Research Methods, New Delhi, Dawson,
Dr K.C.Raveendranathan SM IEEE FIE & C.Eng, FIETE, LM ISTE, and
01EC6999
LMIRSSResearch Methodology
 Pre-requisites of the Course
References
Introduction to Research Methodology
The Motivation for Research
Research Approaches
Significance of Research
Research Methods versus Research Methodology
Research Process
Criteria for Good Research
Problems for Research in India
Recapitulation

References
Typical Suggestions.

1 Research Methodology: Method and Techniques, 3rd

Ed.,C R Kothari & Gaurav Garg (New Age International
Publishers)
2 Practical Research–Planning and Design, 4th Ed., Leady P
D (MW MacMillan Publishing Co.)
3 How to Write and Publish a Scientific Paper, Day R A
(CUP)
4 The Practice of Social Research, Earl Babbie
(Wordsworth Publishing Co.)
5 Practical Research Methods, New Delhi, Dawson,
Dr K.C.Raveendranathan SM IEEE FIE & C.Eng, FIETE, LM ISTE, and
01EC6999
LMIRSSResearch Methodology
 Pre-requisites of the Course
References
Introduction to Research Methodology
The Motivation for Research
Research Approaches
Significance of Research
Research Methods versus Research Methodology
Research Process
Criteria for Good Research
Problems for Research in India
Recapitulation

References
Typical Suggestions.

1 Research Methodology: Method and Techniques, 3rd

Ed.,C R Kothari & Gaurav Garg (New Age International
Publishers)
2 Practical Research–Planning and Design, 4th Ed., Leady P
D (MW MacMillan Publishing Co.)
3 How to Write and Publish a Scientific Paper, Day R A
(CUP)
4 The Practice of Social Research, Earl Babbie
(Wordsworth Publishing Co.)
5 Practical Research Methods, New Delhi, Dawson,
Dr K.C.Raveendranathan SM IEEE FIE & C.Eng, FIETE, LM ISTE, and
01EC6999
LMIRSSResearch Methodology
 Pre-requisites of the Course
References
Introduction to Research Methodology
The Motivation for Research
Research Approaches
Significance of Research
Research Methods versus Research Methodology
Research Process
Criteria for Good Research
Problems for Research in India
Recapitulation

References
Typical Suggestions.

1 Research Methodology: Method and Techniques, 3rd

Ed.,C R Kothari & Gaurav Garg (New Age International
Publishers)
2 Practical Research–Planning and Design, 4th Ed., Leady P
D (MW MacMillan Publishing Co.)
3 How to Write and Publish a Scientific Paper, Day R A
(CUP)
4 The Practice of Social Research, Earl Babbie
(Wordsworth Publishing Co.)
5 Practical Research Methods, New Delhi, Dawson,
Dr K.C.Raveendranathan SM IEEE FIE & C.Eng, FIETE, LM ISTE, and
01EC6999
LMIRSSResearch Methodology
 Pre-requisites of the Course
References
Introduction to Research Methodology
The Motivation for Research
Research Approaches
Significance of Research
Research Methods versus Research Methodology
Research Process
Criteria for Good Research
Problems for Research in India
Recapitulation

References
Typical Suggestions.

1 Research Methodology: Method and Techniques, 3rd

Ed.,C R Kothari & Gaurav Garg (New Age International
Publishers)
2 Practical Research–Planning and Design, 4th Ed., Leady P
D (MW MacMillan Publishing Co.)
3 How to Write and Publish a Scientific Paper, Day R A
(CUP)
4 The Practice of Social Research, Earl Babbie
(Wordsworth Publishing Co.)
5 Practical Research Methods, New Delhi, Dawson,
Dr K.C.Raveendranathan SM IEEE FIE & C.Eng, FIETE, LM ISTE, and
01EC6999
LMIRSSResearch Methodology
 Pre-requisites of the Course
References
Introduction to Research Methodology
The Motivation for Research
Research Approaches
Significance of Research
Research Methods versus Research Methodology
Research Process
Criteria for Good Research
Problems for Research in India
Recapitulation

References
Additional Material...

6 Research Design: Qualitative, Quantitative, and Mixed

Methods Approaches, Creswell, J. (2003). (Thousand
Oaks, California: Sage Publications)
7 Qualitative Research & Evaluation Methods, 3rd Edition,
Patton, M.Q. (Thousand Oaks, California: Sage
Publications).

Dr K.C.Raveendranathan SM IEEE FIE & C.Eng, FIETE, LM ISTE, and

01EC6999
LMIRSSResearch Methodology
 Pre-requisites of the Course
References
Introduction to Research Methodology
The Motivation for Research
Research Approaches
Significance of Research
Research Methods versus Research Methodology
Research Process
Criteria for Good Research
Problems for Research in India
Recapitulation

References
Additional Material...

6 Research Design: Qualitative, Quantitative, and Mixed

Methods Approaches, Creswell, J. (2003). (Thousand
Oaks, California: Sage Publications)
7 Qualitative Research & Evaluation Methods, 3rd Edition,
Patton, M.Q. (Thousand Oaks, California: Sage
Publications).

Dr K.C.Raveendranathan SM IEEE FIE & C.Eng, FIETE, LM ISTE, and

01EC6999
LMIRSSResearch Methodology
 Pre-requisites of the Course
References
Introduction to Research Methodology
The Motivation for Research
Research Approaches
Significance of Research
Research Methods versus Research Methodology
Research Process
Criteria for Good Research
Problems for Research in India
Recapitulation

References
Additional Material...

8 Research Methodology–A Step-by-Step Guide for

Beginners, Ranjith Kumar, 2nd Edition, (Pearson
Education).
9 A Document Preparation System LATEX: User’s Guide and
Reference Manual, Leslie Lamport, 2nd Ed. (Pearson
Education).
10 The Chicago Style Manual (UCP).

Dr K.C.Raveendranathan SM IEEE FIE & C.Eng, FIETE, LM ISTE, and

01EC6999
LMIRSSResearch Methodology
 Pre-requisites of the Course
References
Introduction to Research Methodology
The Motivation for Research
Research Approaches
Significance of Research
Research Methods versus Research Methodology
Research Process
Criteria for Good Research
Problems for Research in India
Recapitulation

References
Additional Material...

8 Research Methodology–A Step-by-Step Guide for

Beginners, Ranjith Kumar, 2nd Edition, (Pearson
Education).
9 A Document Preparation System LATEX: User’s Guide and
Reference Manual, Leslie Lamport, 2nd Ed. (Pearson
Education).
10 The Chicago Style Manual (UCP).

Dr K.C.Raveendranathan SM IEEE FIE & C.Eng, FIETE, LM ISTE, and

01EC6999
LMIRSSResearch Methodology
 Pre-requisites of the Course
References
Introduction to Research Methodology
The Motivation for Research
Research Approaches
Significance of Research
Research Methods versus Research Methodology
Research Process
Criteria for Good Research
Problems for Research in India
Recapitulation

References
Additional Material...

8 Research Methodology–A Step-by-Step Guide for

Beginners, Ranjith Kumar, 2nd Edition, (Pearson
Education).
9 A Document Preparation System LATEX: User’s Guide and
Reference Manual, Leslie Lamport, 2nd Ed. (Pearson
Education).
10 The Chicago Style Manual (UCP).

Dr K.C.Raveendranathan SM IEEE FIE & C.Eng, FIETE, LM ISTE, and

01EC6999
LMIRSSResearch Methodology
 Pre-requisites of the Course
References
Introduction to Research Methodology
The Motivation for Research
Research Approaches
Significance of Research
Research Methods versus Research Methodology
Research Process
Criteria for Good Research
Problems for Research in India
Recapitulation

Introduction
Meaning of Research.
Objectives of Research.
Types of Research.
Descriptive versus Analytical.
Applied versus Fundamental.
Quantitative versus Qualitative.
Conceptual versus Empirical.
Other Types.
Research Approaches.
Significance of Research.
Dr K.C.Raveendranathan SM IEEE FIE & C.Eng, FIETE, LM ISTE, and
01EC6999
LMIRSSResearch Methodology
 Pre-requisites of the Course
References
Introduction to Research Methodology
The Motivation for Research
Research Approaches
Significance of Research
Research Methods versus Research Methodology
Research Process
Criteria for Good Research
Problems for Research in India
Recapitulation

Introduction
Meaning of Research.
Objectives of Research.
Types of Research.
Descriptive versus Analytical.
Applied versus Fundamental.
Quantitative versus Qualitative.
Conceptual versus Empirical.
Other Types.
Research Approaches.
Significance of Research.
Dr K.C.Raveendranathan SM IEEE FIE & C.Eng, FIETE, LM ISTE, and
01EC6999
LMIRSSResearch Methodology
 Pre-requisites of the Course
References
Introduction to Research Methodology
The Motivation for Research
Research Approaches
Significance of Research
Research Methods versus Research Methodology
Research Process
Criteria for Good Research
Problems for Research in India
Recapitulation

Introduction
Meaning of Research.
Objectives of Research.
Types of Research.
Descriptive versus Analytical.
Applied versus Fundamental.
Quantitative versus Qualitative.
Conceptual versus Empirical.
Other Types.
Research Approaches.
Significance of Research.
Dr K.C.Raveendranathan SM IEEE FIE & C.Eng, FIETE, LM ISTE, and
01EC6999
LMIRSSResearch Methodology
 Pre-requisites of the Course
References
Introduction to Research Methodology
The Motivation for Research
Research Approaches
Significance of Research
Research Methods versus Research Methodology
Research Process
Criteria for Good Research
Problems for Research in India
Recapitulation

Introduction
Meaning of Research.
Objectives of Research.
Types of Research.
Descriptive versus Analytical.
Applied versus Fundamental.
Quantitative versus Qualitative.
Conceptual versus Empirical.
Other Types.
Research Approaches.
Significance of Research.
Dr K.C.Raveendranathan SM IEEE FIE & C.Eng, FIETE, LM ISTE, and
01EC6999
LMIRSSResearch Methodology
 Pre-requisites of the Course
References
Introduction to Research Methodology
The Motivation for Research
Research Approaches
Significance of Research
Research Methods versus Research Methodology
Research Process
Criteria for Good Research
Problems for Research in India
Recapitulation

Introduction
Meaning of Research.
Objectives of Research.
Types of Research.
Descriptive versus Analytical.
Applied versus Fundamental.
Quantitative versus Qualitative.
Conceptual versus Empirical.
Other Types.
Research Approaches.
Significance of Research.
Dr K.C.Raveendranathan SM IEEE FIE & C.Eng, FIETE, LM ISTE, and
01EC6999
LMIRSSResearch Methodology
 Pre-requisites of the Course
References
Introduction to Research Methodology
The Motivation for Research
Research Approaches
Significance of Research
Research Methods versus Research Methodology
Research Process
Criteria for Good Research
Problems for Research in India
Recapitulation

Introduction
Meaning of Research.
Objectives of Research.
Types of Research.
Descriptive versus Analytical.
Applied versus Fundamental.
Quantitative versus Qualitative.
Conceptual versus Empirical.
Other Types.
Research Approaches.
Significance of Research.
Dr K.C.Raveendranathan SM IEEE FIE & C.Eng, FIETE, LM ISTE, and
01EC6999
LMIRSSResearch Methodology
 Pre-requisites of the Course
References
Introduction to Research Methodology
The Motivation for Research
Research Approaches
Significance of Research
Research Methods versus Research Methodology
Research Process
Criteria for Good Research
Problems for Research in India
Recapitulation

Introduction
Meaning of Research.
Objectives of Research.
Types of Research.
Descriptive versus Analytical.
Applied versus Fundamental.
Quantitative versus Qualitative.
Conceptual versus Empirical.
Other Types.
Research Approaches.
Significance of Research.
Dr K.C.Raveendranathan SM IEEE FIE & C.Eng, FIETE, LM ISTE, and
01EC6999
LMIRSSResearch Methodology
 Pre-requisites of the Course
References
Introduction to Research Methodology
The Motivation for Research
Research Approaches
Significance of Research
Research Methods versus Research Methodology
Research Process
Criteria for Good Research
Problems for Research in India
Recapitulation

Introduction
Meaning of Research.
Objectives of Research.
Types of Research.
Descriptive versus Analytical.
Applied versus Fundamental.
Quantitative versus Qualitative.
Conceptual versus Empirical.
Other Types.
Research Approaches.
Significance of Research.
Dr K.C.Raveendranathan SM IEEE FIE & C.Eng, FIETE, LM ISTE, and
01EC6999
LMIRSSResearch Methodology
 Pre-requisites of the Course
References
Introduction to Research Methodology
The Motivation for Research
Research Approaches
Significance of Research
Research Methods versus Research Methodology
Research Process
Criteria for Good Research
Problems for Research in India
Recapitulation

Introduction
Meaning of Research.
Objectives of Research.
Types of Research.
Descriptive versus Analytical.
Applied versus Fundamental.
Quantitative versus Qualitative.
Conceptual versus Empirical.
Other Types.
Research Approaches.
Significance of Research.
Dr K.C.Raveendranathan SM IEEE FIE & C.Eng, FIETE, LM ISTE, and
01EC6999
LMIRSSResearch Methodology
 Pre-requisites of the Course
References
Introduction to Research Methodology
The Motivation for Research
Research Approaches
Significance of Research
Research Methods versus Research Methodology
Research Process
Criteria for Good Research
Problems for Research in India
Recapitulation

Introduction
Meaning of Research.
Objectives of Research.
Types of Research.
Descriptive versus Analytical.
Applied versus Fundamental.
Quantitative versus Qualitative.
Conceptual versus Empirical.
Other Types.
Research Approaches.
Significance of Research.
Dr K.C.Raveendranathan SM IEEE FIE & C.Eng, FIETE, LM ISTE, and
01EC6999
LMIRSSResearch Methodology
 Pre-requisites of the Course
References
Introduction to Research Methodology
The Motivation for Research
Research Approaches
Significance of Research
Research Methods versus Research Methodology
Research Process
Criteria for Good Research
Problems for Research in India
Recapitulation

The Search for Knowledge : Research.

One can define research as a scientific and systematic search

for pertinent information on a specific topic. Research is an art
of scientific investigation. Some people consider research as a
movement from the known to the unknown.

Dr K.C.Raveendranathan SM IEEE FIE & C.Eng, FIETE, LM ISTE, and

01EC6999
LMIRSSResearch Methodology
 Pre-requisites of the Course
References
Introduction to Research Methodology
The Motivation for Research
Research Approaches
Significance of Research
Research Methods versus Research Methodology
Research Process
Criteria for Good Research
Problems for Research in India
Recapitulation

Research Approaches: Basics of Research

The Quantitative Approach.

1 Inferential.
2 Experimental.
3 Simulation.
The Qualitative Approach: It is concerned with subjective
assessment of attitudes, opinions, and behavior.
Research in such a situation, is a function of
researcher’s insights and impressions.

Dr K.C.Raveendranathan SM IEEE FIE & C.Eng, FIETE, LM ISTE, and

01EC6999
LMIRSSResearch Methodology
 Pre-requisites of the Course
References
Introduction to Research Methodology
The Motivation for Research
Research Approaches
Significance of Research
Research Methods versus Research Methodology
Research Process
Criteria for Good Research
Problems for Research in India
Recapitulation

Research Approaches: Basics of Research

The Quantitative Approach.

1 Inferential.
2 Experimental.
3 Simulation.
The Qualitative Approach: It is concerned with subjective
assessment of attitudes, opinions, and behavior.
Research in such a situation, is a function of
researcher’s insights and impressions.

Dr K.C.Raveendranathan SM IEEE FIE & C.Eng, FIETE, LM ISTE, and

01EC6999
LMIRSSResearch Methodology
 Pre-requisites of the Course
References
Introduction to Research Methodology
The Motivation for Research
Research Approaches
Significance of Research
Research Methods versus Research Methodology
Research Process
Criteria for Good Research
Problems for Research in India
Recapitulation

Research Approaches: Basics of Research

The Quantitative Approach.

1 Inferential.
2 Experimental.
3 Simulation.
The Qualitative Approach: It is concerned with subjective
assessment of attitudes, opinions, and behavior.
Research in such a situation, is a function of
researcher’s insights and impressions.

Dr K.C.Raveendranathan SM IEEE FIE & C.Eng, FIETE, LM ISTE, and

01EC6999
LMIRSSResearch Methodology
 Pre-requisites of the Course
References
Introduction to Research Methodology
The Motivation for Research
Research Approaches
Significance of Research
Research Methods versus Research Methodology
Research Process
Criteria for Good Research
Problems for Research in India
Recapitulation

Significance of Research

The Hudson’s Maxim: "All progress is born of inquiry.

Doubt is often better than over confidence, for it leads to
inquiry, and inquiry leads to invention".
Research inculcates scientific and inductive thinking and it
promotes the development of logical habits of thinking and
organization.
Research provides the basis for all government policies
in our economic system.

Dr K.C.Raveendranathan SM IEEE FIE & C.Eng, FIETE, LM ISTE, and

01EC6999
LMIRSSResearch Methodology
 Pre-requisites of the Course
References
Introduction to Research Methodology
The Motivation for Research
Research Approaches
Significance of Research
Research Methods versus Research Methodology
Research Process
Criteria for Good Research
Problems for Research in India
Recapitulation

Significance of Research

The Hudson’s Maxim: "All progress is born of inquiry.

Doubt is often better than over confidence, for it leads to
inquiry, and inquiry leads to invention".
Research inculcates scientific and inductive thinking and it
promotes the development of logical habits of thinking and
organization.
Research provides the basis for all government policies
in our economic system.

Dr K.C.Raveendranathan SM IEEE FIE & C.Eng, FIETE, LM ISTE, and

01EC6999
LMIRSSResearch Methodology
 Pre-requisites of the Course
References
Introduction to Research Methodology
The Motivation for Research
Research Approaches
Significance of Research
Research Methods versus Research Methodology
Research Process
Criteria for Good Research
Problems for Research in India
Recapitulation

Significance of Research

The Hudson’s Maxim: "All progress is born of inquiry.

Doubt is often better than over confidence, for it leads to
inquiry, and inquiry leads to invention".
Research inculcates scientific and inductive thinking and it
promotes the development of logical habits of thinking and
organization.
Research provides the basis for all government policies
in our economic system.

Dr K.C.Raveendranathan SM IEEE FIE & C.Eng, FIETE, LM ISTE, and

01EC6999
LMIRSSResearch Methodology
 Pre-requisites of the Course
References
Introduction to Research Methodology
The Motivation for Research
Research Approaches
Significance of Research
Research Methods versus Research Methodology
Research Process
Criteria for Good Research
Problems for Research in India
Recapitulation

Research Methods/Research Methodology

Research methods: all techniques (i.e. ways and means)

researchers use to do research.
The research method depends on the type of research,
and the time frame and so on.
Research Methodology is a way to systematically solve
the research problem.

Dr K.C.Raveendranathan SM IEEE FIE & C.Eng, FIETE, LM ISTE, and

01EC6999
LMIRSSResearch Methodology
 Pre-requisites of the Course
References
Introduction to Research Methodology
The Motivation for Research
Research Approaches
Significance of Research
Research Methods versus Research Methodology
Research Process
Criteria for Good Research
Problems for Research in India
Recapitulation

Research Methods/Research Methodology

Research methods: all techniques (i.e. ways and means)

researchers use to do research.
The research method depends on the type of research,
and the time frame and so on.
Research Methodology is a way to systematically solve
the research problem.

Dr K.C.Raveendranathan SM IEEE FIE & C.Eng, FIETE, LM ISTE, and

01EC6999
LMIRSSResearch Methodology
 Pre-requisites of the Course
References
Introduction to Research Methodology
The Motivation for Research
Research Approaches
Significance of Research
Research Methods versus Research Methodology
Research Process
Criteria for Good Research
Problems for Research in India
Recapitulation

Research Process

Research Process consists of a series of actions: They are–

1 Problem formulation.
2 Extensive literature survey.
3 Developing a hypothesis.
4 Preparing the Research Design.
5 Determining Sample Design.
6 Collecting the Data.

Dr K.C.Raveendranathan SM IEEE FIE & C.Eng, FIETE, LM ISTE, and

01EC6999
LMIRSSResearch Methodology
 Pre-requisites of the Course
References
Introduction to Research Methodology
The Motivation for Research
Research Approaches
Significance of Research
Research Methods versus Research Methodology
Research Process
Criteria for Good Research
Problems for Research in India
Recapitulation

Research Process

Research Process consists of a series of actions: They are–

1 Problem formulation.
2 Extensive literature survey.
3 Developing a hypothesis.
4 Preparing the Research Design.
5 Determining Sample Design.
6 Collecting the Data.

Dr K.C.Raveendranathan SM IEEE FIE & C.Eng, FIETE, LM ISTE, and

01EC6999
LMIRSSResearch Methodology
 Pre-requisites of the Course
References
Introduction to Research Methodology
The Motivation for Research
Research Approaches
Significance of Research
Research Methods versus Research Methodology
Research Process
Criteria for Good Research
Problems for Research in India
Recapitulation

Research Process

Research Process consists of a series of actions: They are–

1 Problem formulation.
2 Extensive literature survey.
3 Developing a hypothesis.
4 Preparing the Research Design.
5 Determining Sample Design.
6 Collecting the Data.

Dr K.C.Raveendranathan SM IEEE FIE & C.Eng, FIETE, LM ISTE, and

01EC6999
LMIRSSResearch Methodology
 Pre-requisites of the Course
References
Introduction to Research Methodology
The Motivation for Research
Research Approaches
Significance of Research
Research Methods versus Research Methodology
Research Process
Criteria for Good Research
Problems for Research in India
Recapitulation

Research Process

Research Process consists of a series of actions: They are–

1 Problem formulation.
2 Extensive literature survey.
3 Developing a hypothesis.
4 Preparing the Research Design.
5 Determining Sample Design.
6 Collecting the Data.

Dr K.C.Raveendranathan SM IEEE FIE & C.Eng, FIETE, LM ISTE, and

01EC6999
LMIRSSResearch Methodology
 Pre-requisites of the Course
References
Introduction to Research Methodology
The Motivation for Research
Research Approaches
Significance of Research
Research Methods versus Research Methodology
Research Process
Criteria for Good Research
Problems for Research in India
Recapitulation

Research Process

Research Process consists of a series of actions: They are–

1 Problem formulation.
2 Extensive literature survey.
3 Developing a hypothesis.
4 Preparing the Research Design.
5 Determining Sample Design.
6 Collecting the Data.

Dr K.C.Raveendranathan SM IEEE FIE & C.Eng, FIETE, LM ISTE, and

01EC6999
LMIRSSResearch Methodology
 Pre-requisites of the Course
References
Introduction to Research Methodology
The Motivation for Research
Research Approaches
Significance of Research
Research Methods versus Research Methodology
Research Process
Criteria for Good Research
Problems for Research in India
Recapitulation

Research Process

Research Process consists of a series of actions: They are–

1 Problem formulation.
2 Extensive literature survey.
3 Developing a hypothesis.
4 Preparing the Research Design.
5 Determining Sample Design.
6 Collecting the Data.

Dr K.C.Raveendranathan SM IEEE FIE & C.Eng, FIETE, LM ISTE, and

01EC6999
LMIRSSResearch Methodology
 Pre-requisites of the Course
References
Introduction to Research Methodology
The Motivation for Research
Research Approaches
Significance of Research
Research Methods versus Research Methodology
Research Process
Criteria for Good Research
Problems for Research in India
Recapitulation

Research Process

7 Execution of the Project.

8 Analysis of Data (results).
9 Hypothesis Testing.
10 Generalization and Interpretation.
11 Preparation of Report and Presentation.

Dr K.C.Raveendranathan SM IEEE FIE & C.Eng, FIETE, LM ISTE, and

01EC6999
LMIRSSResearch Methodology
 Pre-requisites of the Course
References
Introduction to Research Methodology
The Motivation for Research
Research Approaches
Significance of Research
Research Methods versus Research Methodology
Research Process
Criteria for Good Research
Problems for Research in India
Recapitulation

Research Process

7 Execution of the Project.

8 Analysis of Data (results).
9 Hypothesis Testing.
10 Generalization and Interpretation.
11 Preparation of Report and Presentation.

Dr K.C.Raveendranathan SM IEEE FIE & C.Eng, FIETE, LM ISTE, and

01EC6999
LMIRSSResearch Methodology
 Pre-requisites of the Course
References
Introduction to Research Methodology
The Motivation for Research
Research Approaches
Significance of Research
Research Methods versus Research Methodology
Research Process
Criteria for Good Research
Problems for Research in India
Recapitulation

Research Process

7 Execution of the Project.

8 Analysis of Data (results).
9 Hypothesis Testing.
10 Generalization and Interpretation.
11 Preparation of Report and Presentation.

Dr K.C.Raveendranathan SM IEEE FIE & C.Eng, FIETE, LM ISTE, and

01EC6999
LMIRSSResearch Methodology
 Pre-requisites of the Course
References
Introduction to Research Methodology
The Motivation for Research
Research Approaches
Significance of Research
Research Methods versus Research Methodology
Research Process
Criteria for Good Research
Problems for Research in India
Recapitulation

Research Process

7 Execution of the Project.

8 Analysis of Data (results).
9 Hypothesis Testing.
10 Generalization and Interpretation.
11 Preparation of Report and Presentation.

Dr K.C.Raveendranathan SM IEEE FIE & C.Eng, FIETE, LM ISTE, and

01EC6999
LMIRSSResearch Methodology
 Pre-requisites of the Course
References
Introduction to Research Methodology
The Motivation for Research
Research Approaches
Significance of Research
Research Methods versus Research Methodology
Research Process
Criteria for Good Research
Problems for Research in India
Recapitulation

Research Process

7 Execution of the Project.

8 Analysis of Data (results).
9 Hypothesis Testing.
10 Generalization and Interpretation.
11 Preparation of Report and Presentation.

Dr K.C.Raveendranathan SM IEEE FIE & C.Eng, FIETE, LM ISTE, and

01EC6999
LMIRSSResearch Methodology
 Pre-requisites of the Course
References
Introduction to Research Methodology
The Motivation for Research
Research Approaches
Significance of Research
Research Methods versus Research Methodology
Research Process
Criteria for Good Research
Problems for Research in India
Recapitulation

Good Research :: Criteria

1 Clear definition of Purpose.
2 Clear Procedure to do research.
3 Proper planning of Procedure Design.
4 Complete frankness in reporting flaws in Procedure
Design, if any.
5 Adequate analysis of data. Also validity and reliability of
data to be checked.
6 Conclusions confined to those justified by data.
7 Greater confidence in Research.
Dr K.C.Raveendranathan SM IEEE FIE & C.Eng, FIETE, LM ISTE, and
01EC6999
LMIRSSResearch Methodology
 Pre-requisites of the Course
References
Introduction to Research Methodology
The Motivation for Research
Research Approaches
Significance of Research
Research Methods versus Research Methodology
Research Process
Criteria for Good Research
Problems for Research in India
Recapitulation

Good Research :: Criteria

1 Clear definition of Purpose.
2 Clear Procedure to do research.
3 Proper planning of Procedure Design.
4 Complete frankness in reporting flaws in Procedure
Design, if any.
5 Adequate analysis of data. Also validity and reliability of
data to be checked.
6 Conclusions confined to those justified by data.
7 Greater confidence in Research.
Dr K.C.Raveendranathan SM IEEE FIE & C.Eng, FIETE, LM ISTE, and
01EC6999
LMIRSSResearch Methodology
 Pre-requisites of the Course
References
Introduction to Research Methodology
The Motivation for Research
Research Approaches
Significance of Research
Research Methods versus Research Methodology
Research Process
Criteria for Good Research
Problems for Research in India
Recapitulation

Good Research :: Criteria

1 Clear definition of Purpose.
2 Clear Procedure to do research.
3 Proper planning of Procedure Design.
4 Complete frankness in reporting flaws in Procedure
Design, if any.
5 Adequate analysis of data. Also validity and reliability of
data to be checked.
6 Conclusions confined to those justified by data.
7 Greater confidence in Research.
Dr K.C.Raveendranathan SM IEEE FIE & C.Eng, FIETE, LM ISTE, and
01EC6999
LMIRSSResearch Methodology
 Pre-requisites of the Course
References
Introduction to Research Methodology
The Motivation for Research
Research Approaches
Significance of Research
Research Methods versus Research Methodology
Research Process
Criteria for Good Research
Problems for Research in India
Recapitulation

Good Research :: Criteria

1 Clear definition of Purpose.
2 Clear Procedure to do research.
3 Proper planning of Procedure Design.
4 Complete frankness in reporting flaws in Procedure
Design, if any.
5 Adequate analysis of data. Also validity and reliability of
data to be checked.
6 Conclusions confined to those justified by data.
7 Greater confidence in Research.
Dr K.C.Raveendranathan SM IEEE FIE & C.Eng, FIETE, LM ISTE, and
01EC6999
LMIRSSResearch Methodology
 Pre-requisites of the Course
References
Introduction to Research Methodology
The Motivation for Research
Research Approaches
Significance of Research
Research Methods versus Research Methodology
Research Process
Criteria for Good Research
Problems for Research in India
Recapitulation

Good Research :: Criteria

1 Clear definition of Purpose.
2 Clear Procedure to do research.
3 Proper planning of Procedure Design.
4 Complete frankness in reporting flaws in Procedure
Design, if any.
5 Adequate analysis of data. Also validity and reliability of
data to be checked.
6 Conclusions confined to those justified by data.
7 Greater confidence in Research.
Dr K.C.Raveendranathan SM IEEE FIE & C.Eng, FIETE, LM ISTE, and
01EC6999
LMIRSSResearch Methodology
 Pre-requisites of the Course
References
Introduction to Research Methodology
The Motivation for Research
Research Approaches
Significance of Research
Research Methods versus Research Methodology
Research Process
Criteria for Good Research
Problems for Research in India
Recapitulation

Good Research :: Criteria

1 Clear definition of Purpose.
2 Clear Procedure to do research.
3 Proper planning of Procedure Design.
4 Complete frankness in reporting flaws in Procedure
Design, if any.
5 Adequate analysis of data. Also validity and reliability of
data to be checked.
6 Conclusions confined to those justified by data.
7 Greater confidence in Research.
Dr K.C.Raveendranathan SM IEEE FIE & C.Eng, FIETE, LM ISTE, and
01EC6999
LMIRSSResearch Methodology
 Pre-requisites of the Course
References
Introduction to Research Methodology
The Motivation for Research
Research Approaches
Significance of Research
Research Methods versus Research Methodology
Research Process
Criteria for Good Research
Problems for Research in India
Recapitulation

Good Research :: Criteria

1 Clear definition of Purpose.
2 Clear Procedure to do research.
3 Proper planning of Procedure Design.
4 Complete frankness in reporting flaws in Procedure
Design, if any.
5 Adequate analysis of data. Also validity and reliability of
data to be checked.
6 Conclusions confined to those justified by data.
7 Greater confidence in Research.
Dr K.C.Raveendranathan SM IEEE FIE & C.Eng, FIETE, LM ISTE, and
01EC6999
LMIRSSResearch Methodology
 Pre-requisites of the Course
References
Introduction to Research Methodology
The Motivation for Research
Research Approaches
Significance of Research
Research Methods versus Research Methodology
Research Process
Criteria for Good Research
Problems for Research in India
Recapitulation

Qualities of Good Research

1 Systematic– structured with specific steps and well defined

rules.
2 Logical–governed by logical reasoning.
3 Empirical–related to one or more aspects of a real situation
and deals with concrete data.
4 Replicable.

Dr K.C.Raveendranathan SM IEEE FIE & C.Eng, FIETE, LM ISTE, and

01EC6999
LMIRSSResearch Methodology
 Pre-requisites of the Course
References
Introduction to Research Methodology
The Motivation for Research
Research Approaches
Significance of Research
Research Methods versus Research Methodology
Research Process
Criteria for Good Research
Problems for Research in India
Recapitulation

Qualities of Good Research

1 Systematic– structured with specific steps and well defined

rules.
2 Logical–governed by logical reasoning.
3 Empirical–related to one or more aspects of a real situation
and deals with concrete data.
4 Replicable.

Dr K.C.Raveendranathan SM IEEE FIE & C.Eng, FIETE, LM ISTE, and

01EC6999
LMIRSSResearch Methodology
 Pre-requisites of the Course
References
Introduction to Research Methodology
The Motivation for Research
Research Approaches
Significance of Research
Research Methods versus Research Methodology
Research Process
Criteria for Good Research
Problems for Research in India
Recapitulation

Qualities of Good Research

1 Systematic– structured with specific steps and well defined

rules.
2 Logical–governed by logical reasoning.
3 Empirical–related to one or more aspects of a real situation
and deals with concrete data.
4 Replicable.

Dr K.C.Raveendranathan SM IEEE FIE & C.Eng, FIETE, LM ISTE, and

01EC6999
LMIRSSResearch Methodology
 Pre-requisites of the Course
References
Introduction to Research Methodology
The Motivation for Research
Research Approaches
Significance of Research
Research Methods versus Research Methodology
Research Process
Criteria for Good Research
Problems for Research in India
Recapitulation

Qualities of Good Research

1 Systematic– structured with specific steps and well defined

rules.
2 Logical–governed by logical reasoning.
3 Empirical–related to one or more aspects of a real situation
and deals with concrete data.
4 Replicable.

Dr K.C.Raveendranathan SM IEEE FIE & C.Eng, FIETE, LM ISTE, and

01EC6999
LMIRSSResearch Methodology
 Pre-requisites of the Course
References
Introduction to Research Methodology
The Motivation for Research
Research Approaches
Significance of Research
Research Methods versus Research Methodology
Research Process
Criteria for Good Research
Problems for Research in India
Recapitulation

Research in India :: Problems and Prospects

Lack of scientific training in the methodology.
Insufficient interaction between academia and industry.
Mistrust on the researchers.
Duplication of research activities–wastes resources.
Non-existence of code of conduct for researchers.
Inadequacy of timely secretarial help.
Poor Library management and functioning.
Lack of suitable information retrieval mechanisms.
Timely availability of reference material.
Conceptualization issues.
Dr K.C.Raveendranathan SM IEEE FIE & C.Eng, FIETE, LM ISTE, and
01EC6999
LMIRSSResearch Methodology
 Pre-requisites of the Course
References
Introduction to Research Methodology
The Motivation for Research
Research Approaches
Significance of Research
Research Methods versus Research Methodology
Research Process
Criteria for Good Research
Problems for Research in India
Recapitulation

Research in India :: Problems and Prospects

Lack of scientific training in the methodology.
Insufficient interaction between academia and industry.
Mistrust on the researchers.
Duplication of research activities–wastes resources.
Non-existence of code of conduct for researchers.
Inadequacy of timely secretarial help.
Poor Library management and functioning.
Lack of suitable information retrieval mechanisms.
Timely availability of reference material.
Conceptualization issues.
Dr K.C.Raveendranathan SM IEEE FIE & C.Eng, FIETE, LM ISTE, and
01EC6999
LMIRSSResearch Methodology
 Pre-requisites of the Course
References
Introduction to Research Methodology
The Motivation for Research
Research Approaches
Significance of Research
Research Methods versus Research Methodology
Research Process
Criteria for Good Research
Problems for Research in India
Recapitulation

Research in India :: Problems and Prospects

Lack of scientific training in the methodology.
Insufficient interaction between academia and industry.
Mistrust on the researchers.
Duplication of research activities–wastes resources.
Non-existence of code of conduct for researchers.
Inadequacy of timely secretarial help.
Poor Library management and functioning.
Lack of suitable information retrieval mechanisms.
Timely availability of reference material.
Conceptualization issues.
Dr K.C.Raveendranathan SM IEEE FIE & C.Eng, FIETE, LM ISTE, and
01EC6999
LMIRSSResearch Methodology
 Pre-requisites of the Course
References
Introduction to Research Methodology
The Motivation for Research
Research Approaches
Significance of Research
Research Methods versus Research Methodology
Research Process
Criteria for Good Research
Problems for Research in India
Recapitulation

Research in India :: Problems and Prospects

Lack of scientific training in the methodology.
Insufficient interaction between academia and industry.
Mistrust on the researchers.
Duplication of research activities–wastes resources.
Non-existence of code of conduct for researchers.
Inadequacy of timely secretarial help.
Poor Library management and functioning.
Lack of suitable information retrieval mechanisms.
Timely availability of reference material.
Conceptualization issues.
Dr K.C.Raveendranathan SM IEEE FIE & C.Eng, FIETE, LM ISTE, and
01EC6999
LMIRSSResearch Methodology
 Pre-requisites of the Course
References
Introduction to Research Methodology
The Motivation for Research
Research Approaches
Significance of Research
Research Methods versus Research Methodology
Research Process
Criteria for Good Research
Problems for Research in India
Recapitulation

Research in India :: Problems and Prospects

Lack of scientific training in the methodology.
Insufficient interaction between academia and industry.
Mistrust on the researchers.
Duplication of research activities–wastes resources.
Non-existence of code of conduct for researchers.
Inadequacy of timely secretarial help.
Poor Library management and functioning.
Lack of suitable information retrieval mechanisms.
Timely availability of reference material.
Conceptualization issues.
Dr K.C.Raveendranathan SM IEEE FIE & C.Eng, FIETE, LM ISTE, and
01EC6999
LMIRSSResearch Methodology
 Pre-requisites of the Course
References
Introduction to Research Methodology
The Motivation for Research
Research Approaches
Significance of Research
Research Methods versus Research Methodology
Research Process
Criteria for Good Research
Problems for Research in India
Recapitulation

Research in India :: Problems and Prospects

Lack of scientific training in the methodology.
Insufficient interaction between academia and industry.
Mistrust on the researchers.
Duplication of research activities–wastes resources.
Non-existence of code of conduct for researchers.
Inadequacy of timely secretarial help.
Poor Library management and functioning.
Lack of suitable information retrieval mechanisms.
Timely availability of reference material.
Conceptualization issues.
Dr K.C.Raveendranathan SM IEEE FIE & C.Eng, FIETE, LM ISTE, and
01EC6999
LMIRSSResearch Methodology
 Pre-requisites of the Course
References
Introduction to Research Methodology
The Motivation for Research
Research Approaches
Significance of Research
Research Methods versus Research Methodology
Research Process
Criteria for Good Research
Problems for Research in India
Recapitulation

Research in India :: Problems and Prospects

Lack of scientific training in the methodology.
Insufficient interaction between academia and industry.
Mistrust on the researchers.
Duplication of research activities–wastes resources.
Non-existence of code of conduct for researchers.
Inadequacy of timely secretarial help.
Poor Library management and functioning.
Lack of suitable information retrieval mechanisms.
Timely availability of reference material.
Conceptualization issues.
Dr K.C.Raveendranathan SM IEEE FIE & C.Eng, FIETE, LM ISTE, and
01EC6999
LMIRSSResearch Methodology
 Pre-requisites of the Course
References
Introduction to Research Methodology
The Motivation for Research
Research Approaches
Significance of Research
Research Methods versus Research Methodology
Research Process
Criteria for Good Research
Problems for Research in India
Recapitulation

Research in India :: Problems and Prospects

Lack of scientific training in the methodology.
Insufficient interaction between academia and industry.
Mistrust on the researchers.
Duplication of research activities–wastes resources.
Non-existence of code of conduct for researchers.
Inadequacy of timely secretarial help.
Poor Library management and functioning.
Lack of suitable information retrieval mechanisms.
Timely availability of reference material.
Conceptualization issues.
Dr K.C.Raveendranathan SM IEEE FIE & C.Eng, FIETE, LM ISTE, and
01EC6999
LMIRSSResearch Methodology
 Pre-requisites of the Course
References
Introduction to Research Methodology
The Motivation for Research
Research Approaches
Significance of Research
Research Methods versus Research Methodology
Research Process
Criteria for Good Research
Problems for Research in India
Recapitulation

Research in India :: Problems and Prospects

Lack of scientific training in the methodology.
Insufficient interaction between academia and industry.
Mistrust on the researchers.
Duplication of research activities–wastes resources.
Non-existence of code of conduct for researchers.
Inadequacy of timely secretarial help.
Poor Library management and functioning.
Lack of suitable information retrieval mechanisms.
Timely availability of reference material.
Conceptualization issues.
Dr K.C.Raveendranathan SM IEEE FIE & C.Eng, FIETE, LM ISTE, and
01EC6999
LMIRSSResearch Methodology
 Pre-requisites of the Course
References
Introduction to Research Methodology
The Motivation for Research
Research Approaches
Significance of Research
Research Methods versus Research Methodology
Research Process
Criteria for Good Research
Problems for Research in India
Recapitulation

Research in India :: Problems and Prospects

Lack of scientific training in the methodology.
Insufficient interaction between academia and industry.
Mistrust on the researchers.
Duplication of research activities–wastes resources.
Non-existence of code of conduct for researchers.
Inadequacy of timely secretarial help.
Poor Library management and functioning.
Lack of suitable information retrieval mechanisms.
Timely availability of reference material.
Conceptualization issues.
Dr K.C.Raveendranathan SM IEEE FIE & C.Eng, FIETE, LM ISTE, and
01EC6999
LMIRSSResearch Methodology
 Pre-requisites of the Course
References
Introduction to Research Methodology
The Motivation for Research
Research Approaches
Significance of Research
Research Methods versus Research Methodology
Research Process
Criteria for Good Research
Problems for Research in India
Recapitulation

Recap
We considered the following in this lecture:
The definitions of Research Methodology.
The Meaning and Objectives of Research Methodology.
The Motivation for Research: Why do we do Research?
The Significance of Research.
Research Methods versus Research Methodology.
Research Process.
Criteria for Good Research.
Problems Encountered by Researchers in India.
Dr K.C.Raveendranathan SM IEEE FIE & C.Eng, FIETE, LM ISTE, and
01EC6999
LMIRSSResearch Methodology
 Pre-requisites of the Course
References
Introduction to Research Methodology
The Motivation for Research
Research Approaches
Significance of Research
Research Methods versus Research Methodology
Research Process
Criteria for Good Research
Problems for Research in India
Recapitulation

Recap
We considered the following in this lecture:
The definitions of Research Methodology.
The Meaning and Objectives of Research Methodology.
The Motivation for Research: Why do we do Research?
The Significance of Research.
Research Methods versus Research Methodology.
Research Process.
Criteria for Good Research.
Problems Encountered by Researchers in India.
Dr K.C.Raveendranathan SM IEEE FIE & C.Eng, FIETE, LM ISTE, and
01EC6999
LMIRSSResearch Methodology
 Pre-requisites of the Course
References
Introduction to Research Methodology
The Motivation for Research
Research Approaches
Significance of Research
Research Methods versus Research Methodology
Research Process
Criteria for Good Research
Problems for Research in India
Recapitulation

Recap
We considered the following in this lecture:
The definitions of Research Methodology.
The Meaning and Objectives of Research Methodology.
The Motivation for Research: Why do we do Research?
The Significance of Research.
Research Methods versus Research Methodology.
Research Process.
Criteria for Good Research.
Problems Encountered by Researchers in India.
Dr K.C.Raveendranathan SM IEEE FIE & C.Eng, FIETE, LM ISTE, and
01EC6999
LMIRSSResearch Methodology
 Pre-requisites of the Course
References
Introduction to Research Methodology
The Motivation for Research
Research Approaches
Significance of Research
Research Methods versus Research Methodology
Research Process
Criteria for Good Research
Problems for Research in India
Recapitulation

Recap
We considered the following in this lecture:
The definitions of Research Methodology.
The Meaning and Objectives of Research Methodology.
The Motivation for Research: Why do we do Research?
The Significance of Research.
Research Methods versus Research Methodology.
Research Process.
Criteria for Good Research.
Problems Encountered by Researchers in India.
Dr K.C.Raveendranathan SM IEEE FIE & C.Eng, FIETE, LM ISTE, and
01EC6999
LMIRSSResearch Methodology
 Pre-requisites of the Course
References
Introduction to Research Methodology
The Motivation for Research
Research Approaches
Significance of Research
Research Methods versus Research Methodology
Research Process
Criteria for Good Research
Problems for Research in India
Recapitulation

Recap
We considered the following in this lecture:
The definitions of Research Methodology.
The Meaning and Objectives of Research Methodology.
The Motivation for Research: Why do we do Research?
The Significance of Research.
Research Methods versus Research Methodology.
Research Process.
Criteria for Good Research.
Problems Encountered by Researchers in India.
Dr K.C.Raveendranathan SM IEEE FIE & C.Eng, FIETE, LM ISTE, and
01EC6999
LMIRSSResearch Methodology
 Pre-requisites of the Course
References
Introduction to Research Methodology
The Motivation for Research
Research Approaches
Significance of Research
Research Methods versus Research Methodology
Research Process
Criteria for Good Research
Problems for Research in India
Recapitulation

Recap
We considered the following in this lecture:
The definitions of Research Methodology.
The Meaning and Objectives of Research Methodology.
The Motivation for Research: Why do we do Research?
The Significance of Research.
Research Methods versus Research Methodology.
Research Process.
Criteria for Good Research.
Problems Encountered by Researchers in India.
Dr K.C.Raveendranathan SM IEEE FIE & C.Eng, FIETE, LM ISTE, and
01EC6999
LMIRSSResearch Methodology
 Pre-requisites of the Course
References
Introduction to Research Methodology
The Motivation for Research
Research Approaches
Significance of Research
Research Methods versus Research Methodology
Research Process
Criteria for Good Research
Problems for Research in India
Recapitulation

Recap
We considered the following in this lecture:
The definitions of Research Methodology.
The Meaning and Objectives of Research Methodology.
The Motivation for Research: Why do we do Research?
The Significance of Research.
Research Methods versus Research Methodology.
Research Process.
Criteria for Good Research.
Problems Encountered by Researchers in India.
Dr K.C.Raveendranathan SM IEEE FIE & C.Eng, FIETE, LM ISTE, and
01EC6999
LMIRSSResearch Methodology
 Pre-requisites of the Course
References
Introduction to Research Methodology
The Motivation for Research
Research Approaches
Significance of Research
Research Methods versus Research Methodology
Research Process
Criteria for Good Research
Problems for Research in India
Recapitulation

Recap
We considered the following in this lecture:
The definitions of Research Methodology.
The Meaning and Objectives of Research Methodology.
The Motivation for Research: Why do we do Research?
The Significance of Research.
Research Methods versus Research Methodology.
Research Process.
Criteria for Good Research.
Problems Encountered by Researchers in India.
Dr K.C.Raveendranathan SM IEEE FIE & C.Eng, FIETE, LM ISTE, and
01EC6999
LMIRSSResearch Methodology