This session teaches graduate students how to craft detailed, credible, and precise methodology sections for theses, dissertations, and scholarly publications. Students will learn to describe and justify research design, data collection, and data analysis decisions clearly and professionally. The session covers best practices for establishing rigor, addressing ethical considerations, ensuring transparency, and empowering graduate writers to build stronger, more trustworthy scholarly projects.
00:00 Introduction 00:43 What is the Methodology Section 01:07 Why Precision Matters in Methodology 01:31 Common Components of a Methodology Section 02:00 Explaining Research Design Choices 02:32 Describing Data Collection Methods 03:03 Explaining Data Analysis Methods 03:32 Addressing Validity, Reliability, and Ethics 04:02 Methodology Language Tips 04:39 Final Thoughts on Writing the Methodology Section 05:07 Thank you! (Contact info)