Description

About The Book

Writing a dissertation or research project is one of the most critical academic challenges students face. It tests knowledge, analytical skills, as well as perseverance, organization, and discipline. This book, titled “A Research Methodology for Developing a Dissertation and Research Project: A Practical Guide,” is tailored for Research Project, Field Project, and Research Methodology courses. It aligns with the NEP-2020 syllabus of Gondwana University Gadchiroli and is suitable for both undergraduate and postgraduate students. It also benefits research scholars aiming to write a PhD thesis.
The content of this book breaks down the process into manageable steps, offering strategies for choosing a topic, designing your methodology, conducting research, organizing your work, and writing with clarity and confidence
This is not a theoretical manual. It is a hands-on companion designed to support you through every phase of your project. It demystifies the research process, empowers you to take ownership of your work, and helps you produce a dissertation or project that reflects both rigor and originality.
This book serves as an essential guide to transform a challenging academic task into a manageable, meaningful, and growth-focused experience. Its well-structured format, practical guidance, methods, and presentation strategies make it a valuable resource for anyone undertaking a serious research project.

About The Author

1) Dr. Shashikant Sitaram Shende holds an M.A. in English, a UGC-NET qualification in English, and a PhD. He is currently an Assistant Professor at Yadaorao Poshattiwar Arts College, Talodhi (Maharashtra). He obtained his PhD in English from RTM Nagpur University, Nagpur. He has over 12 years of experience in teaching and research, with a publication record that includes numerous research papers in reputable journals, including those indexed by Scopus and listed in the UGC Care. He has also written many book chapters in edited volumes. Currently, he is working on book writing and patent design. He is invited as a resource person for many programs and workshops. In college, he has served on various committees.

2) Dr. Sanjay Kisan Chavhan is an assistant professor of Sociology at Yadaorao Poshattiwar Arts College, Talodhi (Balapur). He holds an M.Phil. in Sociology, along with NET, SET, and a Ph.D. in Sociology. He teaches Research Methodology for B.A. and M.A. courses, focusing on research methods. With 15 years of undergraduate teaching and 6 years at the postgraduate level, his areas of interest include Tribal Happiness, Tribal & Rural Development, Marginalized Groups, Communication and Development, and Cooperative Management. His extensive research experience includes working as a Research Investigator on Opinion Polls I, II, III, and Exit Polls for the “Maharashtra Assembly Election 2004,” sponsored by Alpha Marathi, Mumbai. He also completed research for his M.Phil. on “Role and Impact of Self-help Groups for Rural Development,” and his Ph.D. on “The Concept of Happy Life: A Sociological Survey of the Madiya Tribe in Gadchiroli District.” He is a member of several professional bodies, including the Board of Studies at Gondwana University, Gadchiroli; the Indian Sociological Society; Marathi Samajshastra Parishad; Vidarbha Samajshastra Parishad; Youth Hostel Association; and serves as an academic counselor for IGNOU, RC Nagpur (AFUPC7337)