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Alvares, C. (2011). A critique of euro-centric social science and the question of alternatives. Economic and Political Weekly, XLVI (22), 72-81.
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Appadurai, A. (1990). Topographies of the self: Praise and emotion in Hindu India. In Lutz, C.A., & Abu-Lughod, L. (Eds.), Language and the politics of emotion. Cambridge: Cambridge University Press.
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Bhogle, S. (1999). Gender roles: The construct in the Indian context. In T.S. Saraswathi (Ed.), Culture socialization and human development: Theory, research and applications in India (pp. 278-300). New Delhi: Sage.
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Cole, M. (2005). Cross-cultural and historical perspectives on the developmental consequences of education. Human Development, 48, 195-216.
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Gardiner, H.W., Mutter, J.D., & Kosmitzki, C. (1998). Lives across cultures: Cross cultural human development. Boston: Allyn & Bacon.
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Kagitcibasi, C. (1996). Family and human development across cultures. A view from the other side. NJ: Lawrence Erlbaum.
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Kumar, K. (1993). Study of childhood and family. In T.S. Saraswathi & B. Kaur (Eds.). Human development and family studies in india: An agenda for research and policy, (pp. 67-76). New Delhi: Sage.
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Lonner, W. J., & Malpass, R. S. (1993). Psychology and culture. Boston, MA: Allyn & Bacon.
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Mohanty, A.K., Panda, S., & Misra, B. (1999). Language socialization in a multilingual society. In T.S. Saraswathi (Ed.), Culture socialization and human development: Theory, research and applications in India (pp. 127-144). New Delhi: Sage.
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Nsamenang, A.B. (1992). Human development in cultural context: A third world perspective. New Delhi: Sage.
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Learning Experiences
Regular class lectures, class discussions based on articles and research papers.
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Evaluations
Presentations on select topics from Unit 2, 3, 4 (Articles would be provided by the course teacher for the presentation).
Individual concept paper of approximately 700-1000 words on select topics highlighting the role of culture on development.
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The Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda
Faculty of Family & Community Sciences,
Department of Human Development and Family Studies
Fatehgunj, 0265-2795522
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ACADEMIC YEAR
2015-2016
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B.Sc. (F. C. Sc.) SY HDFS
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YEAR
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III
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Core Compulsory:
HDF 1502
Introduction to Research Methods
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CREDIT
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3 (3+1)
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Semester
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V
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HOURS
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75
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OBJECTIVES
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Expose students to basic theory, concepts and steps pertaining to research.
Describe the processes and strategies involved in data analysis and data interpretation.
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COURSE CONTENT
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UNIT-I
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Introduction to Research
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(20%)
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The Scientific Method
Different approaches to Research(Quantitative and Qualitative Research)
Classification of Research by Method
Classification of Research by Purpose
The ethics of research (Informed consent, deception, ethical issues, gaining entry to the research site)
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UNIT-II
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Selecting and Defining a Research Topic
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(20%)
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Identifying a topic or question to research
Formulating and stating a hypothesis
Reviewing the literature
Statement of Objectives and preparing a research plan
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UNIT-III
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Research Methodology
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(25%)
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Selecting a sample
Selecting measuring instrument and constructing tools/tests
Tool modification
Data collection / Techniques
Pilot study/Field testing
Validity & Reliability of Data
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UNIT-IV
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Data Analysis and Result Presentation
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(20%)
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Data analysis – quantitative and qualitative
Interpretation of data.
Preparing research reports / presenting results including abstractions.
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PRACTICAL
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UNIT-I
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Classroom exercises on sampling, measuring instruments
Reading popular and research articles and preparing summaries
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(10 %)
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UNIT-II
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Take home assignment on data collection (Graded and Non-graded)
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(5 %)
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REFERENCES
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Chawla, D. and Sondhi, N. (2011).Research methodology: concepts and cases. New Delhi: Vikas Publishing House Pvt Ltd
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Denicolo, P. and Becker, L. (2012) Developing research proposals. Sage Publications Ltd
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Gay, L.R., Mills, G. and Airasian, P.(2009). Educational research: Competencies for analysis and applications (9th Edition), Upper Saddle River, N.J. : Merrill/Pearson
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Kothari, C. R. (2004) Research methods. New Delhi: New Age International Pvt Ltd Publishers
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McBruney, D.H. (2001). Research methods (5th Ed.). Belmont, CA: Wadsnorth/Thomson Learning
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Saraswathi, T.S. &Dutta, R. (ed.) (1988).Demystifying research in Human Development and Family Studies.Final Report of Summer Workshop.Baroda: Department of Human Development and Family Studies, Faculty of Home Science, M.S. University of Baroda.
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Sasikala, S. &Kapadia, S. (1996). Report on quantitative research approaches and women centered health care, Baroda: WOHTRAC – WSRC, M.S. University of Baroda.
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Evaluations
Regular class tests, assignments and presentations, small projects.
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