N A L A N D A O P E N U N I V E R S I T Y
Master of Library Information Science (MLIS)
PAPER-VIII
(Research Methodology)
Annual Examination, 2018
Time 3 Hours Full Marks 80
Answer any Five Questions. All questions carry equal marks.
1. Define scientific method and explain its components.
2. Define historical research. What are its different types Do you think historical research can be
applied in the area of library and information services Illustrate your answer with the help of
examples.
3. Differentiate between basic research, applied research and action research.
4. What do you mean by Data Presentation Discuss the main points to be kept in mind while
preparing a table Discuss tabulation of data pertaining to discrete and continuous variables with
suitable examples.
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5. Describe the concept of regression analysis and bring out its significance in LIS research.
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6. What do you understand by 'Time Series Analysis' Discuss its various components with
examples.
7. Explain in detail the different types of observation method of research.
8. What do you understand by experimental method of research Explain the steps involved in its
planning.
9. What is a case study How is it useful in Library Information Science research
10. Explain the concepts statistical inference and statistical estimation.