Ques 1.

Discuss the general characteristics of modern research. What are the criteria to be considered for selection of research topic? 

Ques 2.

Discuss the different approaches to research. Explain with examples how these approaches can be applied to LIS research?

Ques 3.

Define and explain the term 'hypothesis', and describe its usefulness in conducting research

Ques 4.

Describe the sources used in historical research. Discuss two examples for historical research in library and information science. 

Ques 5.

Describe the different types of experimental research designs. Explain the advantages, disadvantages and limitations of experimental method of research.

Ques 6.

What are the different types of questionnaires? Discuss the types of questions and format for a questionnaire. 

Ques 7.

What do you understand by a research plan? Discuss the structure of a research proposal.

Ques 8.

What do you mean by a 'case study’? Explain the steps involved in designing a case study to solve a research problem. 

Ques 9.

Conceptual framework of research

Ques 10.

Census Vs Sample Survey

Ques 11.

Types of interview

Ques 12.

Steps in planning an experimental research 

Ques 13.

Action research

Ques 14.

A student has to present a seminar as per the guidelines provided in Annexure-I of the Programme Guide. The topic of the seminar will be decided by the counsellor of the course based on the model topics suggested in the Programme Guide. The performance of the student will be evaluated at the study centre