Module 1: What is Research?

Question 1

What is Research and its purpose?

Answer 1

• Systematic process of collecting, analyzing and interpreting information
• Increase understanding of a phenomenon of interest/concern

Question 2

Why is research important?

Answer 2

1. Acquire more knowledge
2. Recognize & explain a problem
3. Explore unknown
4. Challenge/validate information
5. Improvement of present practices/technology
6. Policy Direction

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Question 3

What are the steps of the Research Process?

Answer 3

1. Identify research question
2. Review related literature
3. Develop research design
4. Collect data
5. Process data
6. Prepare report
   7.Disseminate research

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