Navigating the world of academic research can often feel like learning a new language, especially when it comes to the core pillars of methodology. In this session, we break down the fundamental concepts of reliability, validity, and transferability to help you build a more robust foundation for your scholarly work. Whether you are drafting your first proposal or deep in the weeds of data analysis, understanding how these principles function is crucial for ensuring your findings are both credible and impactful.
We explore how reliability ensures consistency in your measurements and how validity confirms that you are actually measuring what you intend to study. The conversation also shifts toward qualitative research through the lens of transferability, examining how specific insights can be applied to different contexts. By clarifying these often-confusing terms, you will be better equipped to defend your methodological choices and contribute meaningful evidence to your field of study.