Sunday, February 15, 2009

Which statistical analysis do I use?

When analysing data, many are unsure which statistics are appropriate to use. The following diagrams (click on link below) could be useful.

Types of statistical analysis

Conducting a Literature Review

Good literature review for any research is essential. I think the following set of slides from Dr Merza Abbas at USM could provide you with some helpful input:

Literature Review

Literature Review - Writing it Critically

Based on most of my readings of theses and dissertations, candidates fail to understand how to write their literature review critically. Perhaps you may refer to Dr. Kamarul Kabilan's guidelines (click on link below). However, like in everything else, these are guidelines for you to consider. Always check with your supervisor whether he or she agrees with these guidelines.

Writing Critical Literature Review

What the thesis/dissertation is all about

For a quick but good overview of what you should have in your own thesis or dissertation, consider the input from the following presentation by a PhD student from USM: Chapter 1 to Chapter 5-Making the Connections!

Monday, January 5, 2009

Reporting your research

Read How to Organise your Thesis to get some idea on what needs to be done.
http://www.sce.carleton.ca/faculty/chinneck/thesis.html.

I think it's a good quick reference for any researcher.