Research Protocol
Developing a robust research protocol is crucial for ensuring the validity, reliability, and reproducibility of research findings.
Training on Research Protocol
Overview of our Research Protocol Training Programs
A research protocol is a detailed plan outlining the procedures and methods to be used in a research study. It typically includes information on study design, sample selection, data collection and analysis, ethical considerations, and timelines.
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Research Methodology
This course is aimed at equipping the participants with the knowledge and skills to undertake a research study. The participants will understand relevant theories, concepts, tools and techniques in research. This course is designed to be practical therefore the theoretical knowledge that constitutes research methodology is organized around the operational steps that form the research process for both quantitative and qualitative research.
What you will learn
By the end of this training the participants will be able to gain skills on:
- Formulate and write research questions, hypotheses and research objectives
- Effectively select the correct research design
- Examine critically the importance of a sampling strategy in both quantitative and qualitative research and be familiar with key sampling methods
- Undertake a critical literature review and recognize the strengths and weaknesses in secondary data
- Develop robust data collection instruments
- Write a research proposal that demonstrates an understanding of the research process and the key principles of research ethics
- Identify and appraise appropriate routes for the dissemination of research findings
Course content
Module 1: Introduction to Research
- Introduction to Research
- Research defined
- Research process
- What makes research scientific
- From Research idea to Researchable Problem
- Where do research ideas come from
- Formulating the research problem
- Research problem to researchable questions
- Formulating Research Questions, Hypotheses and Objectives
- Research questions
- Research hypotheses
- Research objective(s)
- Formulating research statements
Module 2: Research Approaches and Design
- Research Approaches
- Introduction to research approach
- Quantitative research approach
- Qualitative research approach
- Mixed methods approach
- Research Design
- Introduction to research design
- Relationship between research approach, research design and research methods
- Quantitative Research Design
- Descriptive research
- Correlational research
- Causal-comparative
- Experimental
- Qualitative Research Design
- Narrative research
- Phenomenology
- Grounded theory
- Ethnographies
- Case study
- Mixed Methods
- Convergent
- Explanatory sequential
- Exploratory sequential
- Transformative, embedded, or multiphase
- Criteria for selecting a research approach and design
Module 3: Sampling
- Introduction to Sampling
- What is sampling?
- Sampling process
- What makes a good sample?
- Sampling method types
- Sources of Error in Sampling and Measurement
- Sampling error
- Non-sampling errors
- Accuracy, precision, and bias
- Sampling Methods
- Probability sampling
- Non-probability sampling
- Sample Size Calculation
- Sample size calculation parameters
- Sample size calculation approaches and formulas
- Sample size considerations
Module 4: Data Collection in Research
- Introduction to Data Collection
- Data collection techniques
- Data collection sources
- Data collection pathways
- Quantitative Data Collection
- Qualitative data collection methods and tools
- Survey questionnaire
- Designing the questions
- Structuring the questionnaire
- Building a data management and analysis plan
- Pre-testing and finalizing data collection tools
- Qualitative Data Collection
- Qualitative data collection methods and tools
- Interviews
- Interview guide design
- Interview conduct
- Special considerations
- Focus Group
- Desining the FGD guide
- Conducting the FGD
- Special considerations
Module 5: Research Writing
- Literature Review
- Introduction
- Characteristics of literature reviews
- Analysis and synthesis
- Types of literature reviews
- Process of conduction literature review
- Referencing and citation
- Developing a Research Protocol
- Introduction to research protocol
- Drafting the main components of a research protocol
- Ethical review
- Research Report
- Report structure
- Report content
- Data presentation
- Dissemination of finding
Target Participants
This training on research on methodology is aimed at researchers, students, academics or any other professional who want to enhance their research skills.
Prerequisites
None
Training Approach
This training on research methodology is delivered by our seasoned trainers who have vast experience as expert professionals in research study. The course is taught through a mix of practical activities, theory, group works and case studies.
Training manuals and additional reference materials are provided to the participants.
Certification
Upon successful completion of this course, participants will be issued with a certificate.
Tailor-Made Course
We can also do this as tailor-made course to meet organization-wide training needs. A training needs assessment will be done on the training participants to collect data on the existing skills, knowledge gaps, and training expectations and tailor made needs.
Report Writing
A report is a written document for a particular purpose and audience that
generally sets outs to lead the audience through the information in a structured
way to analyses a situation or problem, often making recommendations for future action.
Reports are an important part of an organization that helps to measure the growth progress
and success of an organization when planning and evaluating human and structural performance.
Reporting also enables decision making and problem-solving in an organization based on the
information presented, analyzed and discussed.
A good reporting process is one that ensures that feedback and decision making can occur between
organizations and contractors/funders. Reporting principles should be applied to any report
preparation to ensure that both the writer and report user share a common understanding and
interpretation of the report.
This training on report writing is aimed at equipping the participant with the
knowledge and skills to develop, review and present well-structured reports to inform
decision making in their area of influence.
What you will learn
By the end of this training the participants will be able to gain skills on:
- Creating a basic report outline
- Organizing the key points and support them with relevant facts
- Writing draft notes and check existing reports against the overall structure
- Using appropriate visuals such as charts, graphs, and tables to present figures
- Generate reliable conclusions effectively by researching, analyzing and organizing information
- Provide evidence-backed recommendations to support management decision making
- Writing an executive summary that highlights the report’s main ideas
- Professionally presenting the report
Course content
1. Introduction to Report Writing
- Principles of report writing
- Elements a good of a report
- The 5W’s of reporting
- Types and functions of report
- Target audience
2. Structure of a report
- The title and acknowledgement
- Executive summary and table of contents
- Introduction, background & body
- Summary/conclusions and recommendations
- References and appendices
3. Report Writing Skills
- Planning and brainstorming
- Research skills
- Coherent writing
- Excellent editing
- Subject, purpose and audience analysis
- Presentation skills
4. Categories of Reports 1
- Informal & Informal reports
- Detail Reports
- Business/marketing reports
- Informational reports
- Analytical reports
5. Categories of Reports 2
- Internal and external reports
- Proposal report
- Vertical and lateral reports
- Functional reports
- Periodic reports
- Research reports
6. Report Writing Tips
- Neutral tone in writing
- Grammar
- Sentence construction
- Designing a report
- Draft review
7. Proofreading
- Revising and editing a draft report
- Order of information
- Accuracy of information
- Formatting and layout
- Grammar check
Target Participants
Training on report writing is aimed at professionals who seek to develop their skills in report writing in both the private and the public sector.
Prerequisites
None
Training Approach
Our training on report writing courses delivered by our seasoned trainers who have vast experience as expert professionals. The course is taught through a mix of presentations, practical activities, discussions, class exercises and case studies.
Training manuals and additional reference materials are provided to the participants.
Certification
Upon successful completion of this course, participants will be issued with a certificate.
Tailor-Made Course
We can also do this as tailor-made course to meet organization-wide training needs. A training needs assessment will be done on the training participants to collect data on the existing skills, knowledge gaps, training expectations and tailor-made needs.
Frequently Asked Questions
When can I start this course?
- This course is open enrollment, so you can register and start the course whenever you are ready.
What happens when I complete the course?
- You will automatically get a certificate of completion as soon as you complete the course and pass the graded quizzes and project.