Research Steps Step 1: Background information Indicate the name and geographic location of the area under study. ⚫ Define, identify factors that influence problem under study. Step 2: methods of data collection Collect data using at least THREE methods. . • • • • Literature research (Newspapers, magazines, Books e.t.c.) Internet Questionnaires. Field observations. Photographs and maps. Step 3: Analysis and Synthesis of data • . • Analyse the data that you have collected, formulate a report on your findings. Support your findings withs photos, maps, graphs and tables where applicable. Discuss the factors that lead to the development of problem under study. E.g. factors that lead to rural depopulation in your area. Step 4: Recommendations and solutions • Provide suitable recommendations and solutions to minimise the problem under study. Step 5: conclusion ACCEPT OR REJECT the hypothesis


Impact of rural depopulation in your local area​