This course will enable the students to effectively present a synopsis of their dissertation, demonstrating a clear understanding of the research problem, objectives, methodology, and expected outcomes.
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25ATG325 |
Dissertation (Synopsis preparation) |
CO85: Develop skills in conducting a comprehensive literature review to identify and analyze existing research in the field, and identify research gaps. CO86: Learn techniques for identifying and defining variables relevant to the research topic, ensuring clarity and precision in the research synopsis presentation CO87: Understand the process of determining an appropriate sample size and sampling method based on the research objectives and population characteristics CO88: Develop the ability to formulate clear and concise research objectives and hypotheses that align with the research problem and research gap identified. CO89: Foster critical thinking skills to evaluate the relevance and significance of the research problem, variables, sample determination, objectives, and hypotheses in the context of the research synopsis presentation CO90: Contribute effectively in course-specific interaction |
Approach in Teaching: Interactive Lectures, Discussion, Tutorials, Problem Solving Sessions & Presentations
Learning activities for the students: Self-learning assignments, Case Study Analysis, Class Presentations (Individual & Group)
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Continuous Assessment Test, Semester End Examinations, Quiz, Solving Numerical Problems, Assignments, Individual & Group Projects |
COURSE CONTENTS
Students have to select a topic of dissertation in consultation with the respective Head of the department, and prepare a synopsis. Evaluation will be done on the basis of the synopsis submitted to the respective Head of the department along with a PowerPoint presentation by the student.
1. James B Cunningham (2011), Using Spss: An Interactive Hands- On Approach, Peacock Publisher, 3rd Edition.
2. A. Rajathi& P. Chandran (2012), SpssFor You, Mjp Publishers.
3. Seyed Reza HashemianRahaghi, Farnaz Abed Ashtiani (2011), Basic Of Statistics &Spss, Create Space Independent Publishing Platform.
Suggested Readings
1. Robert H. Carver (2013), Doing Data Analysis WithSpss Version 18.0, Cengage Publishers, 5th Edition.
2. S. Ajai Gaur (2009), Statistical Methods For Practice & Research: A Guide To Data Analysis Using Spss, Sage Publishers, 2nd Edition.
e-Resources:
1. https://web.s.ebscohost.com/ehost/search/basic?vid=0&sid=0c7f189a-083f-4...
2. http://ww1.shodhganga.com/
3. https://shodhgangotri.inflibnet.ac.in/
4. https://www.scopus.com/home.uri
5. http://www.e-book.com.au/freebooks.htm
6. https://www.doaj.org/