Research

Methodology

Disha Nagrecha 29 (SMBA 12)

Areas of Discussion
Introduction to Research Meaning Definition Significance of Research Objectives Motivation for Research Characteristics of Research Types of Research Some Terminologies

Introduction :Search of knowledge It is a scientific and systematic search for relevant information on specific topic Research deals with problems, attitudes and opinions. With research we seek to understand why things behave the way they do, why people act in a certain way, or what makes people buy a particular product. Research attempts to seek answers to questions. It draws conclusions from the information (commonly referred to as data) gathered. Often, the conclusions are generalized (this means the basic principles discovered could be applied to

Why to study Research?

To meet course requirements.

To understand research reports and journal articles.

To recognize false use of research.

As a guide in decision making.

Knowledge creation.

Meaning :Research is composed of two syllables, a prefix re and a verb search. Re means again, anew , over again. Search means to examine closely and carefully, to test and try, to explore. The two words form a noun to describe a careful and systematic study in some field of knowledge, undertaken to establish facts or principles (Grinnell, 1997). A systematic way of asking questions (Drew, 1980). The scientific examination (reexamination of empirical data, collected by someone first hand, concerning the social and psychological forces operating in a

Meaning :A search for knowledge. A scientific and systematic search for

pertinent information on a specific topic. A careful search or inquiry, effort to discover new ideas by scientific study, - a course of critical investigation. A careful problems mankind.

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Definition :According to Clifford Woody

A careful inquiry or examination in seeking facts or principles, a diligent investigation to ascertain something. According to Oxford Dictionary (1952, p1069)

A careful inquiry specially through search for new facts in any branch of knowledge Redman and Mory

Definition :C.C. Crawford

A systematic and refined technique of thinking, employing specialized tools, instruments and procedures in order to obtain a more adequate solution of a problem than would be possible under ordinary means. It starts with a problem, collects data or facts, analyses them critically and reaches decisions based on the actual evidence.

Significance of Research :An outlet for new ideas and insights to philosophers and thinkers. For the development of new styles and creative work to literary persons. For the generalizations of new theories to analysts and intellectuals. For research scholars it is a way to attain a high position in the social structure. A source of livelihood to professionals in research methodology. To understand the new developments in ones filed in a better way.

Objectives of Research :To find solutions to problems To verify and test existing laws and theories To obtain information To extend knowledge To develop new tools concepts and theories To find out the truth which is hidden and which has not been discovered as yet. To discover answers to questions through the application of scientific procedures.

Motivation for Research :Desire to face the challenge in solving the unsolved problems. Desire to get intellectual joy of doing some creative work Desire to be of service to society Desire to get respectability Curiosity about new things. Social thinking and awakening. Employment conditions.

Characteristics of Research :Research is expert, systematic and accurate investigation.

Research is logical and objective.

Research gathers knowledge or data from primary or first had sources.

Research endeavors to organize data in quantitative terms as far possible.

Research is highly purposive.

Types of Research :1. Descriptive research 2. Analytical research 3. Applied research 4. Basic research 5. Quantitative research 6. Qualitative research 7. Conceptual research

Some Terminologies :Data: Measurement of records of facts made under specific conditions Hypothesis: tentative assumption of the study or expected results of the study Independent variable: The part of the experiment that the researcher is

manipulating; also called experimental or treatment variable. Dependent variable: The effect of the Independent variable

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