Chapter 1
Chapter 1
The word research comes from two syllables, re and search.
Re is a prefix meaning again, anew or over again. Search is a verb meaning to examine closely and carefully, to test and try, or to probe.
Together they form a noun describing a careful, systematic, patient study and investigation in some fields of knowledge, undertaken to establish facts or principles.
Research is exploration combined with learning. It is a "detailed study of a subject in order to discover information or achieve a new understanding of it."
Research invariably leads to a better understanding of and a deeper appreciation for the discipline under investigation.
Research is a process of collecting, analyzing and interpreting information to answer questions.
But to qualify as research, the process must have certain characteristics which include being controlled, rigorous, systematic, valid and verifiable, empirical and critical.
Research is a process of searching, discovering, and investigating information, as well as collecting, interpreting, and evaluating the information you find.
One must know how to apply the tools and techniques for finding, evaluating, and using information effectively- a set of skills known as information literacy.
Research contributes to an expansion of knowledge through inquiry, investigation or experimentation aimed at the discovery of facts, theories, or laws.
Serves a purpose (objective) and is relevant
Clearly focused and scoped
Scientific (depends on context)
Uses appropriate methods of data collection
Findings are presented as objectively as possible
Conclusions are based on the findings
Sources of information or ideas clearly attributed
Research is a systematic process of inquiry aimed at discovering, interpreting, or revising facts, events, behaviors, or theories. It involves the collection, analysis, and interpretation of data to answer specific questions or solve problems. Research can be conducted in various fields, including science, social sciences, humanities, and technology, and it typically follows a structured methodology to ensure the validity and reliability of the findings. The ultimate goal of research is to contribute to the existing body of knowledge, inform decision-making, and advance understanding in a particular area of study.
Research can be classified into two perspectives:
One. Quantitative Research
One. Quantitative Research
Two. Qualitative Research