Chapter 5 - Methodology & Design

Chapter 5 – Design with Intention: Build a Methodology That Fits Your Research

Your research question is clear—now it’s time to design the study that brings it to life.

This chapter guides you through the process of developing a methodology that’s not just sound, but strategic. You’ll move beyond choosing a method to crafting a research design that aligns with your goals, reflects your values, and holds up to academic scrutiny.

With a focus on clarity, coherence, and credibility, you’ll learn how to justify your approach, anticipate challenges, and build a framework that supports ethical, rigorous inquiry.

Inside this chapter, you’ll be guided to:

• Select and defend a methodology that fits your research question and context
• Reflect on your own positionality and its impact on your design
• Identify participants, settings, and procedures with purpose and care
• Anticipate potential limitations, challenges, and ethical considerations
• Create a realistic, well-structured timeline for your study

Why it matters:
A thoughtful methodology builds trust in your research. This chapter helps you move forward with confidence, knowing your design is not just practical—but intellectually and ethically grounded.

Perfect for: Students who want to move beyond “methods as checklist” and design a study that truly supports their thesis from the inside out.

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