This course introduces the module of Research Methodology for classes dealing with it for the first time. It also discusses definitions, designs, strategies, and data collection methods and tools relating to research in social sciences. The basic aim of this course is to theoretically prelude students to methods of research and then make them able to practically conduct it. This course aims to guide L3 students at the Section of English in the University of Tlemcen towards achieving competence and proficiency in the theory of and practice to research. In more specific practical aims, the present course aims at:
• Enable students understand what research is and how it can be conducted.
• Make the difference between primary and secondary sources of data.
• Differentiate between theoretical background and review of related literature
• See the different methods that can be used and how to analyse the raw data gathered qualitatively and quantitatively.
• Finally, to apply all what has been acquired and learned in a practical way (thesis as a final product).
