Characteristics Of Research Flashcards
Research is the pursuit of the
comparison
truth with the help of study,
and
the search for
observation, experiment; knowledge
through objective
method of finding solutions to a problem
Kothari 2006
A studious inquiry or examination;
investigation or experimentation aimed at discovery and interpretation of facts, revision
especially an the of accepted theories or laws in the light of new facts, or practical application of such new or revised theories or laws
Merriam Webster Online Dictionary).
Research is defined as the creation of new knowledge and/or the use of existing knowledge in a new and
creative way so as to generate new
concepts, methodologies
understandings. This could
synthesis and analysis of
and include previous
research to the extent that it leads to new and creative outcomes.
Department of Education and Training as cited in Western Sydney University, 2021).
Research as the pursuit of truth
Systematic process or investigation
Discovery of something new
Application of previous knowledge
Falsification of previous facts
Research is based on direct experiences or observations by the researchers
Empirical
Research is based on valid procedure
Logical
It starts with a problem and end with the problem
Cyclical
Research utilizes proven
analytical procedures in
gathering the data, whether historical,
descriptive, experimental
and case study.
Analytical
Research exhibits careful and precise judgment.
Critical
Research is conducted in a methodical
manner
without bias
using
systematic method
and procedures.
Step 1
Methodical
The research design and procedures are replicated or repeated to enable the researcher to arrive at valid and conclusive results
Replicability