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This course introduces the scientific methods of inquiry used in research, their meaning and application in rehabilitation practice. The discussion introduces the historical and philosophical underpinnings of the research methods, types, and how to start a research proposal. In addition to that, research process will be introduced starting from identifying need for research (research problem), sampling design, collecting data, data analysis, and writing a research report techniques will be introduced. Skill to read and critique qualitative and quantitave research report will be introduced to the students. The students are required to submitt a proposal on a topic of their selection (each student will submit one proposal of his /her own) that include formulation of research problems, hypothesis testing, literature review, research methodologies, techniques of data collection, sampling, instrumentation (including validity and reliability issues discussion), design, analysis of data, Computer application to statistics, and issues concerning reliability and validity . |