Define research objectives: Clearly outline the purpose, scope, and specific goals

of the research project.

Literature review: Conduct a comprehensive review of existing literature to
identify gaps, relevant theories, and previous studies related to the topic.
Research questions: Formulate clear and focused research questions that guide the
investigation and contribute to the overall research objectives.
Methodology selection: Choose appropriate research methods (e.g., qualitative,
quantitative, mixed-methods) and sampling techniques based on the research
questions and objectives.
Data collection: Design data collection instruments or protocols, ensure validity
and reliability, and collect relevant data through surveys, interviews,
experiments, or observations.
Data analysis: Analyze collected data using suitable analytical techniques such as
statistical analysis, thematic coding, or content analysis to derive meaningful
insights and findings.
Interpretation and synthesis: Interpret the results in the context of the research
questions and existing literature, synthesize key findings, and draw conclusions
that address the research objectives.
Discussion and implications: Discuss the implications of the findings, their
significance in relation to theory and practice, and any limitations or f