Introduction to scientific research --
Research approaches and methods of data collection --
Problem identification and hypothesis formation --
Ethics --
Measuring variables and sampling --
Research validity --
Control techniques in experimental research --
Experimental research design --
Procedure for conducting an experiment --
Quasi-experimental designs --
Single-case research designs --
Survey research --
Qualitative and mixed methods research --
Descriptive statistics --
Inferential statistics --
Preparing the research report for presentation or publication.