Research Methodology

This book presents a well-detailed approach and clearly outlined steps and concepts to research theory and practice. Using relevant illustrations, Dr. Ndikaru takes the reader through an in-depth understanding of various areas and concepts of research such as: nature and meaning of social research; stages in research process; research design; research questions and research hypothesis; conceptual and theoretical framework; literature review; measurement in research and sampling design; case study and survey methods; techniques of interviewing; data collection instruments; validity and reliability of research instruments; data collection, processing, analysis and interpretation; writing a research report; and writing a bibliography. The book is a very resourceful handbook to undergraduate and graduate students. It is also very useful to NGOs, government ministries and other policy makers dealing with research and development issues.

Autorentext

Rev. Fr. Dr. Ndikaru is a Chaplain and Lecturer at The Kenya Polytechnic University - Nairobi. He holds a Ph.D. in Criminology (Kenyatta University), M.A. in Disaster Management (University of Nairobi) and B.A. from Urbaniana Pontifical University in Rome - Italy. He is best-known as an activist on Environmental and Human Rights Issues.