A refined Chapter 3 (research methodology) dissertation report template for Housing Studies students

A refined Chapter 3 (research methodology) dissertation report template for Housing Studies students (information from poe.com)

My question 1: "I am a Research Methods student currently learning how to write a dissertation report. Below is my "Chapter 3: research methodology" template. Could you kindly review and make further refinement on the template for me? Tks.

Chapter 3: Research Methodology

3.1.1. Chapter introduction

Figure 3.1: The research methodology framework in the form of an academic literature review tree-b

Figure 3.2. The flowchart view of the research methodology

3.1.2. A brief overview of the chapter

3.2. Specific methodology review questions and tasks

3.2.1. Question 1: What are the research objectives of the study?

3.2.2. Question 2: What are the research methods employed?

3.2.3. Question 3: What is the underlying research philosophy of the study?

3.2.4. Question 4: Did the study employ the mono method, multi method or mixed method as its overall research approach?

3.2.5. Question 5: Are the research method design informed by any academic theories?

3.2.6. Question 6: "Did the study employ the deductive, inductive or the abductive research approaches?

3.2.7. Question 7: Did the study employ the triangulation method?"

3.2.8. Question 8: Does the research methodology design address the research objectives of the study?"

3.2.9. Question 9: What is the research method design quality of the study, in terms of the qualitative research method design quality criteria and quantitative research method design quality criteria?

3.3. Chapter concluding remarks

The reply: "Here’s a refined version of your Chapter 3: Research Methodology template, with suggestions for clarity, structure, and detail:

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Chapter 3: Research Methodology

3.1. Introduction

• Chapter Overview: This section introduces the research methodology, outlining the framework and flowchart that guide the research process.

Figure 3.1: The Research Methodology Framework in the form of an academic literature review tree-b

Figure 3.2: Flowchart of the Research Methodology

3.2. Methodology Review Questions and Tasks

3.2.1. Research Objectives

• Question 1: What are the research objectives of the study?
  • {Clearly define the primary and secondary objectives of your research.}

3.2.2. Research Methods Employed

• Question 2: What research methods are employed?
  • {Provide detailed descriptions of the specific methods used, including sampling techniques, data collection methods, and analysis strategies.}

3.2.3. Underlying Research Philosophy

• Question 3: What is the underlying research philosophy of the study?
  • {Discuss whether your approach is positivist, interpretivist, critical, etc., and justify your choice.}

3.2.4. Research Approach

• Question 4: Did the study employ a mono method, multi-method, or mixed-method approach?
  • {Explain the chosen approach and its relevance to the research questions.}

3.2.5. Theoretical Framework

• Question 5: Are the research methods informed by any academic theories?
  • {Identify and explain any theories that underpin your research methodology.}

3.2.6. Research Approach Type

• Question 6: Did the study employ a deductive, inductive, or abductive approach?
  • {Clarify the reasoning process used in your research design.}

3.2.7. Triangulation Method

• Question 7: Did the study employ the triangulation method?
  • {Discuss whether triangulation was used to enhance the validity of your findings and how.}

3.2.8. Addressing Research Objectives

• Question 8: Does the research methodology design address the research objectives?
  • {Provide an analysis of how your methodology aligns with and supports the research objectives.}

3.2.9. Method Design Quality

• Question 9: What is the quality of the research method design, in terms of qualitative and quantitative criteria?
  • {Evaluate your methodology against established quality criteria for both qualitative and quantitative research.}

3.3. Concluding Remarks

• Summary of Methodological Choices: Summarize the key points discussed in this chapter and their implications for the overall research.

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Additional Suggestions

• Clarity: Ensure each section is concise and clearly addresses the corresponding question.
• Citations: Include citations for methodologies, theories, and any frameworks referenced.
• Consistency: Maintain consistent formatting throughout the chapter.

Feel free to adjust any specific terms or sections to better fit your research context!"