November 13 – 16, 2026
Search for truth through systematic investigation or exploration to bridge the gap or to add up to the knowledge base is research. The heart and soul of any research is the selection, manipulation and interpretation of the data. In each step of any research the clarity at the researcher level is imperative. In Social Science research, research design, the data analysis and interpretation are crucial in order to end up with meaningful results and contribution. These Four days’ workshop is for the novices and intermediators to benefit with research design with suitable methodology, statistical techniques and interpretation of the results using IBM SPSS Excel and Jamovi. If you are eager to imprint footprints in research activities, this workshop is for you.
The four-day hands-on workshop on Research Methodology, Statistics and Data Analysis using Excel, SPSS and Jamovi is designed as a practical capacity-building programme. It supports learners who want to understand research from the beginning and gradually move towards statistical analysis, hypothesis testing, regression analysis and interpretation.
The uniqueness of the workshop is its integrated approach. Participants will not learn software as isolated menu operations. They will learn how a research problem becomes objectives, how objectives are linked with variables, how hypotheses are framed, how data are coded, how appropriate statistical tests are selected, and how the output is converted into meaningful report-writing language.
- Identify a researchable problem from academic, institutional or community contexts, Define the research problem and Develop a suitable methodology
- Frame research objectives, research questions and hypotheses in a structured manner.
- Understand the need of statistical tools and their selection in research
- Understand selection of appropriate statistical tests and analysis
- Equip with data handling, analysis and interpretation skills and Prepare a simple data sheet suitable for Excel, SPSS and Jamovi.
- Instill confidence in research faculties on data analysis and interpretation of key modules
- Identify variables and prepare operational definitions.
- Apply descriptive statistics, basic charts and graphical representation.
- Understand the logic of hypothesis testing and p-value interpretation
- Understand Research designs
- Understand Tool construction and Standardization techniques
- Run t-test, ANOVA, chi-square, correlation and regression using software
- Interpret statistical output and write findings in research-report format
Software | Beginner Focus | Statistical Focus | Output / Reporting Focus |
Excel | Data entry, coding, formula use, sorting, filtering and cleaning | Descriptive statistics, charts, correlation and basic regression | Tables, graphs and quick calculation sheets |
SPSS | Variable View, Data View, value labels and missing values | Descriptives, t-test, ANOVA, chi-square, correlation and regression | Reading output tables and writing interpretation |
Jamovi | Import data, variable setup and analysis menus | Descriptives, t-test, ANOVA, correlation, regression and assumption checks | Simple output, APA-friendly tables and learner-friendly interpretation |
With an experience of over 15 years in knowledge-based, research oriented activism and use of trending modes of communication, Media Analysis & Research Center brings you a workshop to understand the discipline of Quantitative Research methods. The workshop will go a step beyond “the understanding level of methods in research and in statistical tools” and make feel you how to use research methodology and statistical packages in your own context. Experienced faculties/trainers in the field of social science research from reputed institutions, analysis and interpretation experts will guide you in this regard
Fee of the workshop for this session is INR 6000.
For the early bird registrants (On or before November 01, 2026), the fee will be INR 5000 includes fee, course materials, lunch and refreshments during the workshop. Travel expenses, fee for accommodation and related costs are not included in the cost.
The course fee should be remitted in advance which is not refundable at any circumstances by Demand Draft drawn in favour of Director, Media Analysis and Research Center, Koyilandy, Kozhikode, Kerala 673305 payable at State Bank of India , Koyilandy branch. You can directly transfer the amount to our Savings Bank account No: 67068199601. IFS Code: SBlN0070684.
Day | Theme | Major Concepts | Software / Practical Focus | Participant Output |
Day 1 | Research Methodology and Framing of Study | Research problem, review of literature, research gap, variables, objectives, hypotheses, operational definitions and conceptual framework | Worksheet-based problem identification and formulation | Research title, objectives, variables and hypotheses |
Day 2 | Data Preparation and Descriptive Statistics | Measurement scales, data coding, frequency, percentage, mean, median, mode, standard deviation, graphs and normality idea | Excel, SPSS and Jamovi descriptive analysis | Data sheet, descriptive table, graph and interpretation |
Day 3 | Hypothesis Testing and Inferential Statistics | Null and alternative hypotheses, alpha, p-value, confidence interval, t-test, ANOVA, chi-square and non-parametric test orientation | SPSS/Jamovi hypothesis testing practice | Test output and interpretation paragraph |
Day 4 | Correlation, Regression and Reporting | Pearson correlation, simple regression, multiple regression idea, R-square, coefficients, model fit and APA-style report writing | Regression analysis using Excel/SPSS/Jamovi | Short statistical report with tables and findings |
The approach of the workshop is participatory. Discussion, Brain Storming, Group activities and Hands-on experiences are the methods. Interactive sessions on theory followed by demonstration and discussion, ends up with the participants’ task-based hands-on exposure.
Medium of instruction will be English
- UG/PG students and beginners in research
- Research scholars preparing proposal, thesis or article
- Faculty members and teachers guiding research projects
- NGO/CSR/government project staff preparing evidence-based reports
- Professionals interested in data analysis and research writing
Date: November 13 – 16, 2026
Time: 9AM to 5PM Informal discussions and practices will continue after 6.30PM to 10.30PM
Media Analysis and Research Center can help you to find a place to stay. Hostel facility is available for selected participants on first come first serve basis; preference to ladies. Participants may also make their own arrangement
A certificate of participation will be awarded by Media Analysis & Research Center on the successful completion of the workshop.
Note: To assure hands on experience, bring your laptop.
Come with your research data, join our workshop and own an almost finished data analysis chapter! For any query, please feel free to touch with us.
Contact: Director, Media Analysis and Research Center, Koyilandy, Kozhikode, Kerala 673305 I Phone: +91 7624962294 I Email: marckerala@gmail.com