Professor GT Thong, faculty members and research scholars at Kohima campus on February 19.
Kohima, February 20 (MExN): A ten-day ICSSR-sponsored workshop on Research Methodology for Social Science PhD and PDF scholars jointly organised by Department of Management and Department of Education, Nagaland University from February 19 to 28 is underway at NU Kohima campus. A total of 30 research scholars from universities and IIITs across India are participating in the workshop.
The inaugural ceremony was held on February 19, in the Ladies’ Common Room, NU Kohima campus. An orientation note was given by Course Co-Director, Dr M Rajendra Nath Babu, Associate Professor, Department of Education. Dr Babu shared that in the past the participants of such workshops have achieved fruitful results, securing placements in various central and state universities, colleges, and private institutions. He added that the current workshop received a response of more than 470 applications from across India. However, only 30 applicants could be accommodated as per ICSSR norms and reservation policies.
NU Pro Vice-Chancellor, Prof GT Thong graced the inaugural ceremony as the chief guest. In his speech, Prof Thong emphasised the importance of research aptitude for research scholars in social sciences. He advised the research scholars to partake in courses that equip them with the essentials to design rigorous, reliable, and ethical research endeavors. He elaborated on the need to enhance one’s knowledge with regard to theoretical frameworks, research methods, data collection, analysis, and ethical considerations. He also dwelt on emerging trends, including big data analytics, mixed-method research, digital ethnography, and participatory action research. By mastering research methodology, he asserted, scholars can critically evaluate literature, utilize digital tools, and contribute to impactful and transparent research in their respective fields.
