Lecture on Critical Inquiry and Research Methods

Introduction

• The lecture focuses on critical inquiry and research methods.
• Emphasis on understanding research processes and methodologies.

Key Topics Covered

Critical Inquiry

• Definition and purpose of critical inquiry in research.
• Steps and methodologies involved in conducting critical inquiry.

Research Methods

• Overview of various research methods: qualitative, quantitative, and mixed methods.
• Advantages and disadvantages of each method.

Qualitative Methods

• Characteristics of qualitative research.
• When to use qualitative methods.
• Examples of qualitative research techniques.

Quantitative Methods

• Definition and use cases for quantitative research.
• Important statistical tools and software used in quantitative analysis.

Mixed Methods

• Integration of qualitative and quantitative approaches.
• Benefits of using mixed methods in research.

Case Studies

• Examples of research studies utilizing different methodologies.
• Discussion on the effectiveness of various approaches in real-world scenarios.

Conclusion

• Importance of selecting appropriate research methods for different types of inquiry.
• Encouragement to critically analyze and choose methods based on research goals.