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The document outlines the research process, emphasizing the importance of interpretation and report writing in research methodology. It details the steps involved in interpreting data, the significance of proper interpretation, and techniques to enhance accuracy. Additionally, it provides a structured approach to writing research reports, highlighting the need for clarity, coherence, and effective communication of findings.

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RESEARCH METHODOLOGY_08

The document outlines the research process, emphasizing the importance of interpretation and report writing in research methodology. It details the steps involved in interpreting data, the significance of proper interpretation, and techniques to enhance accuracy. Additionally, it provides a structured approach to writing research reports, highlighting the need for clarity, coherence, and effective communication of findings.

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RESEARCH

METHODOLOGY
SET 8

MANJUSHA WADEKAR
RESEARCH PROCESS

Review concepts
Define Design research Analyze data Interpret
and theories Formulate Collect data
Research (including (Test hypothesis and report
hypothesis (Execution) if any)
Problem Review previous sample design)
research finding VII
I III V
IV VI
II

Source – C. R.
Kothari
INTERPRETATION & REPORT
WRITING
► MEANING OF INTERPRETATION
► Interpretation refers to the task of drawing inferences from the analysis of the
collected data or facts
► One aspect of interpretation is the effort to establish continuity in research
through linking the results of a given study with those of other
► Second aspect of interpretation is the establishment of some explanatory
concepts
► Interpretation is concerned with relationships within the collected data and the
extension of study beyond the collected data as well
► Interpretation is a device using which factors that explain observed data can be
better understood and provides theoretical conception that acts as a guide for
further research
INTERPRETATION & REPORT
WRITING
► WHY IS INTERPRETATION IMPORTANT?
► The usefulness and utility of research findings lie in proper interpretation
► It is the basic component of research process
► In exploratory study, a researcher does not start with any hypotheses, the findings
of such a study have to be interpreted on a post-factum basis and is technically
described as post-factum interpretation
► Interpretation is not easy and requires great skill and dexterity
► It is an art that is learnt through practice and experience
INTERPRETATION & REPORT
WRITING
► TECHNIQUES OF INTERPRETATION
► Generalizations and concepts – reasonable explanations of the relations
► Extraneous information, also known as, secondary data to be considered while
interpreting the results
► Consulting someone to give a frank opinion about the interpretations for omissions
or logical arguments will result in correct interpretation, leading to enhancing
utility of the research
► Interpretation to be done after considering all the relevant facts to make it more
accurate
INTERPRETATION & REPORT
WRITING
► PRECAUTIONS IN INTERPRETATION
► The data should be appropriate, adequate and trustworthy for drawing inferences
► The data reflects good homogeneity
► The data is statistically analyzed
► Avoid false generalization or broad generalizations
► In statistical results if the hypothesis is accepted then ‘being in accord’ should be
used rather than ‘confirming the validity of the hypothesis’
► Interpretation depends very much on analysis and not separately
► Limitations of the interpretation of the results, if any, should be invariably specified
► Important facts should be brought out keeping in sight the goal of the research
► Initial hypothesis 🡨--🡪 Empirical observations 🡨--🡪 Theoretical concepts
IMPORTANCE OF REPORT WRITING

► Research report is a major component of research study


► It lets people know the findings and generalization
► Must be effectively communicated and presented
DIFFERENT STEPS IN WRITING
REPORT
► Logical analysis of the subject matter
► What you want to do research on
► Preparation for the final outline
► Points to present in the report
► Preparation of the rough draft
► Procedure adopted in collecting material
► Limitations of the research study
► Techniques used in analysis
► The broad findings and the generalizations
► Various suggestions offered
DIFFERENT STEPS IN WRITING
REPORT
► Re-writing and polishing
► Careful revision of the draft
► Re-writing or polishing should check weaknesses in logical development of the
project or presentation of it
► Material presented should have unity and cohesion
► Report on its own should hold its ground
► Consistency in grammar, spelling usage
► Preparation of the final bibliography
► List of books, journals, material referred
DIFFERENT STEPS IN WRITING
REPORT
► Writing the final draft
► Concise, objective style, simple language
► Avoid expressions like ‘it seems’, ‘there may be’ and the likes
► Avoid abstract terminology and technical jargon
► Illustration and examples based on common experiences must be incorporated
► Research report should not be dull, should maintain interest of the reader and also
show some originality
► Avoid the style of ‘researched article’ against ‘research reporting’
► Research report should be an attempt to solve some intellectual problem and must
contribute to the solution of the problem and add to the knowledge of both the
researcher and the reader

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