Fundamentals of research in Humanities, Social Sciences and Science Education A practical step-by-step approach to a successful journey

In the global south, and South Africa in particular, the increasing demographic, economic and political weight of this part of the world is calling for the development of research capacity, which has so far been lacking, to guide society in making informed choices that suit and enhance the African culture and context. Fundamentals of research in Humanities, Social Sciences and Science Education follows all the steps of the research endeavour, from the selection and formulation of a research problem, to the writing or reporting, to the publication of research results.
Fundamentals of research in Humanities, Social Sciences and Science Education is informed by practical experience. It is easy to read and understand, is context based and interactive, and can be used for self-study.
Contents include, among others, the following:
Identification and selection of a research topic
Dynamics of a good research problem statement
Designing the main and the sub-research questions
The essence of the literature review
Research designs: meaning, rationales and types
The research study site
Target population, samples and sample selection
Data collection procedures
Data analysis and interpretation procedures
Ethical issues in humanities, social sciences and science education
Presentation of research results
Writing a good conclusion to a study
Avoiding plagiarism and writing good references in research
Fundamentals of research in Humanities, Social Sciences and Science Education is aimed at students and novice researchers.
Prof. Emmanuel O. Adu is an inaugurated professor in the School of General and Continuing Education and acting deputy dean of research and internationalization of the Faculty of Education at the University of Fort Hare, South Africa. He has taught for over 21 years at universities in Nigeria, Botswana and South Africa, and has over 200 publications to his credit.
Prof. Chinedu I. Okeke is a professional teacher trainer and an academic researcher, and is currently head of the School of Education Studies at the University of the Free State, Bloemfontein, South Africa.