Research Methodology in the Social Sciences:. Perspectives on Sierra Leone

      Аннотация: The thought about this book has been developed with the view of adding value to the teaching of Research Methods and Methodology for undergraduate and graduate students in developing economies like Sierra Leone. At the same time, it is a very useful tool for professionals engaged in research as part of their work life and for which their understanding of the dichotomy between Research Methods and Research Methodology needs addressing as a way of enhancing people’s understanding on their preparation for the practice of research work. It is divided into distinct sections which makes it very easy for the beginner researcher understand the difference in concepts used, while at the same time, enhancing their basic understanding of scientific tool needed to pursue ontological research, with aim of adding new value in the body of knowledge.

Ключевые слова: Research methodology, Research Philosophy, Quantitative and qualitative methods, Sierra Leone