CHAPTER II

METHODOLOGY

Chapter Introduction

This chapter argues in favor of the chosen research methodology. as being the best choice

to address the research question. A quantitative technique was chosen as the ideal research

methodology after reviewing various research paradigms.

The research instrument is defended and detailed, and the unit of analysis, population of

relevance, sample techniques, and sample sizes are all defined. A survey was chosen as the

research tool, and it was circulated to be completed and returned for analysis. The suggested data

analysis techniques were discussed, and the research's shortcomings were mentioned.

Research Paradigms

A paradigm is a framework used in the application of science that is based on their

worldviews, presumptions, and theories regarding the nature of knowing. It would have an

impact on how research is conducted in the context of it (Hussey & Hussey, 1997). The

quantitative paradigm and the qualitative paradigm are the two paradigms of research

methodology, and different terms are used to denote them.

SELECTED METHODOLGY

After weighing the various study objectives and purposes, Among its research methods,

this initiative used a quantitative approach to Analyze the reliability of practice management

principles. The factoring The restrictions of the current conceptual basis played a role in this

decision, as addressed in Chapter 2, making it challenging to categorize qualitative data in an

insightful manner. A hypothesis wasn't stated as a result of this theoretical constraint, and meant

that the research's purpose changed to one of exploration. Investigative research is utilized to

generate hypotheses, ascertain the existence of a phenomenon, or conduct research in a novel

field where there aren't any conclusive research findings (Welman and Kruger,2001).

Quantitative research design is aimed at discovering how many people think, act or feel

in a specific way. Quantitative projects involve large sample sizes, concentrating on the quantity
of responses, as opposed to gaining the more focused or emotional insight that is the aim of

qualitative research. The standard format in quantitative research design is for each respondent to

be asked the same questions, which ensures that the entire data sample can be analysed fairly.

The data is supplied in a numerical format, and can be analysed in a quantifiable way using

statistical methods. Surveys can, however, be tailored to branch off if the respondent answers in

a certain way - for instance people who are satisfied or dissatisfied with a service may be asked

different questions subsequently. (djsresearch)

According to Grand canyon University (2021) Quantitative research design At the core,

dissertations seek to answer research questions. They may develop new theories, expand upon

existing theories, or otherwise add to the body of knowledge in a field. Whatever the purpose,

research questions are at the heart of all dissertations. For example, doctoral students may seek to

answer questions such as, “How can teachers best motivate special education students?” or “Do

office perks truly boost workers’ productivity?”

The findings you glean from your research will help you develop fully substantiated

answers to your questions. To acquire these findings, however, you’ll need to develop your

dissertation’s research design.

Research design refers to your plan for answering your fundamental research questions.

If you are writing a quantitative-based dissertation, your research design will center on numerical

data collection and analysis.

Before you can settle on the details of your quantitative research design, you must decide

whether your dissertation will be exploratory or conclusive in nature. Exploratory research seeks
to develop general insights by exploring the subject in depth. In contrast, conclusive research

aims to arrive at a definitive conclusion about the topic. (Grand Canyon University 2021)