Research Methodology in Education: Theory, Practice, and Application

Education is both a social science and a human endeavor deeply rooted in cultural, psychological, philosophical, and contextual realities. Conducting research in education therefore demands methodological rigor combined with ethical sensitivity and practical relevance. This book has been written to provide a comprehensive, authentic, and learner-friendly guide to research methodology in education, suitable for undergraduate, postgraduate, M.
Ed., M. Phil., Ph. D. scholars, teacher educators, and practicing researchers. The book integrates classical research traditions with contemporary educational research practices, emphasizing clarity, originality, and applicability. Complex concepts are explained in simple but academically sound language, supported with examples from real educational settings such as schools, colleges, inclusive classrooms, and teacher education institutions.