Unit 3: Research designs and methodologies

Overview of Unit 3
Unit 3: Research Designs and Methodologies places Open and Distance e-Learning in the broader context of educational practice. The unit comprises three topics each with embedded learning activities. The learning activities will allow you to gauge your understanding of the key aspects of the topics. This unit culminates in a self-assessment (Quiz 3). To proceed, click on the first topic below - Topic 1: Research Paradigms.

Topic 1: Research Paradigms
This topic introduces you to the different paradigms in scientific research.

Topic 2: Research Objectives and Methodologies
This topic provides an overview of linking your research objectives with appropriate methodologies.

Topic 3: Data Analysis
This topic introduces you to different analysis techniques in qualitative, quantitative and mixed methods research.